FAQs
1) How long is the program?
The program runs Monday to Friday 1-4:30pm EST. July 11-15 for Womxn* and July 18-22 for BIPOC** students.
*RBC recognizes that the word “woman” may be used as an identifier for some but not all. We understand the imperfection of language, and we use Womxn to welcome cis and transgender women, and non-binary, agender, and intersex persons.
**BIPOC includes Black, Indigenous, and People(s) of Colour
*RBC recognizes that the word “woman” may be used as an identifier for some but not all. We understand the imperfection of language, and we use Womxn to welcome cis and transgender women, and non-binary, agender, and intersex persons.
**BIPOC includes Black, Indigenous, and People(s) of Colour
2) Who is eligible for the program?
All applicants should identify as Womxn* for the week of July 11-15 and BIPOC** for the week of July 18-22. All applicants should be Canadian and have just completed grades 8, 9 or 10. We are looking for applicants with little or no coding experience who are able to join for the full duration of the 1-week program.
3) How can I apply for Summer Code Crunch?
Apply here. It is a quick application process and no resume is required. The program is open until we have reached program capacity or our deadline of May 15, 2022.
4) Where does the program take place?
It is completely virtual! You will need a computer/laptop/tablet and a Wi-Fi connection. If you don’t have these that is OK. Please let us know and we can help make arrangements.
5) What will I learn in the program?
This program is designed to help students start to feel comfortable with digital literacy and build coding skills. The lessons include topics such as, introduction to HTML, CSS, Java, and Python. Students will have a website and game to show off by the end of the program.
6) Will I be doing other activities, or just coding?
Yes! We have a full range of engagement activities planned! These include: meeting RBC mentors, fun contests, and a virtual social.
7) Who is teaching the class?
RBC has partnered with Canada Learning Code (CLC) to teach the classes. They are an amazing organization with tons of teaching experience. You can learn more about CLC here.
8) How much does the program cost?
Nothing! It is completely free.
9) Do I need to attend every day?
We do ask that you plan to attend every day. However, we understand that things happen and you might miss a lesson.
10) What personal information, if any, will RBC collect about me?
As part of the application RBC will ask for your name, email address and home address. We need your name and email so that, if you are accepted into the program, we can communicate with you, and your home address, so that we can mail you cool stuff (think ‘swag’)! We also ask questions about demographics (how you identify), these are totally optional. We collect this type of information to make sure that we are fairly representing all Canadians (we take an inclusive approach to reach out to different diverse communities). We will not sell or share your personal information. We store the information in aggregate and do not use it to determine who is accepted into the program. If you have any questions or concerns about this, please ask us.
Students may also be asked to complete an anonymous survey at the end of the program, to provide feedback about their experience that we will use to evaluate the program's success and improve the program in the future.
Students may also be asked to complete an anonymous survey at the end of the program, to provide feedback about their experience that we will use to evaluate the program's success and improve the program in the future.
11) I can’t attend this time around but I am interested in future opportunities for students. How can I learn more?
12) When will I find out if I am accepted?
Registration will be open until May 15 or until we reach program capacity. We will let you know shortly after you apply.
13) I have more questions, is there someone I can talk to?
Yes. Please send us an email at freetechprograms@rbc.com.