Now that you've had a small rest after CCC (or maybe you've stayed on the grind 💪), it's time... for MCPT's fourth annual hackathon! 🧑‍💻
LyonHacks IV will be an online hackathon open to all WLMAC students from April 6th 12:00 PM - 8th 11:59 PM (for a total of 60 hours). Students can form teams of up to 4 individuals and the top ranking teams will be awarded with a prize pool of $150 🏆 !
Use the link below to register to confirm your participation in this exciting event before the deadline (April 5th 11:59 PM) 🗓️:
https://mcpt.ca/lyonhacks4

HEY MAC!
Want to show off your amazing talents and have the chance to win a prize? Well you're in luck because MAC's Got Talent is back!
Whether you're a singing sensation, a dancing diva, a comedy king/queen, a magic maestro, or have any other incredible talent up your sleeve, we want to see it! This is your chance to step into the spotlight and let your skills dazzle the crowd.
Please fill out this form by March 5. Auditions will be held Wednesday, March 6, afterschool in the caf. Bring your A-game and prepare to wow our judges with your talent.
Can't wait to see what you've got!

Love is in the air! Get ready to celebrate this year's Valentine's day with your most loved one - programming (definitely true 👍). Grab your keyboards ⌨️ and chocolate 🍫 , and get ready to compete in MCPT's Valentine's day themed LCC!
This is the final LCC before CCC, so it's the perfect chance to do some last minute refinement on your competitive programming skills. The competition will be held on Thursday, February 15th, from 5 PM to 7:30 PM. Mark your calendars, spread the love, and get ready to spend a lovely evening with your loved one! 💘

It’s time!
This year, the Pascal, Cayley, and Fermat Contests will be held on Wed, Feb 28th, 2024 in the cafeteria during period 1!!
The Pascal, Cayley, and Fermat contests are hosted by the University of Waterloo for students in grades 9 to 11. The Pascal contest is tailored for students in grades 9 and under, the Cayley contest is open to those in grades 10 and under, and the Fermat contest caters to students in grades 11 and under. You are welcome to write contests at higher levels but NOT lower levels.
There will also be a $5 registration fee to be paid on SchoolCashOnline.
Curious about the contest format? Check out the signup form for all the details!
Register for the contest using this link before Sunday, Feb 4th, 2024 at 11:59 pm.

Get ready to jingle all the way with Project Metropolis' spectacular holiday extravaganza! Introducing our merry masterpiece - the ❄ Cookietron 3000 ❄ Doodle! Dive into the winter wonderland of creativity and spice up your holiday break ☃ like never before. Make sure to participate from December 18th to January 8th for a winter break full of festive fun! But wait, there's more! Participate in the Cookietron 3000 for a chance to win an awesome $20 Amazon gift card! Head over to doodle.maclyonsden.com to join the fun, and Happy Holidays from Project Metropolis! 🥳💖

There's 2 more days before the winter break ❄ , but do you know what else that means @everyone? 👀 It's almost time for MCPT's Holiday Game Jam! ☃
MCPT is hosting its third annual game jam over the winter break, spanning from December 26th at 10AM to December 30th at 10AM (just 96 hours!), where you can form a team of up to 4 Mackenzie students to create a game 🎮 and a short video pitch. Additionally, there are $120 worth of prizes ready to be awarded for the best games 🏆. Do not fear if you don't have any previous game development experience, as we'll also be hosting workshops, activities, and mentorship sessions! :wink:
Don't miss out on this great opportunity to gain some game development experience while also learning, bonding, and having fun! Register your team by December 24th at 11:59PM to save your spot.

https://forms.gle/6PyHWXFJjFRnqP9q9

For more information, visit:

https://itch.io/jam/mackenzie-holiday-game-jam-iii

Sign-ups for the Mackenzie Linguistics Olympiad (MACLO) are open!! The contest will take place after school on Friday, December 8th in Room 202.
This is a great opportunity to practice for the NACLO, with prizes including a JBL bluetooth speaker for the top scorer and $5 for one other random participant. Registration link below 👇 👇
https://forms.gle/TM6gKnfJhHz7Eg5L7

Are you snuggling to get through these winter days? 🥶 Just wanna stay at home and chillax? 🍵 Well then, settle down, grab a laptop, a nice cup of hot cocoa, your favourite blanket, and get ready for...
The second Lyon's Computing Competition (LCC) of the year, which will be coming up this Thursday (November 30) from 5pm to 7:30pm! In case you forgot, it is a team programming competition with both a junior and a senior division for Mackenzie students. We're excited to announce that the top three teams for both the senior and junior competitions will receive limited edition MCPT stickers as a prize! So don't hesitate and give it your all 💪!
Also, a reminder that in order to participate in next year's CCC, you must participate in at least 3 LCCs. If you're in a new team, make sure to sign up with the link below by Wednesday, November 29th at 11:59pm. As this form is only for new teams, existing teams cannot be changed.
https://mcpt.ca/lcc/signup

Hey MAC!
The Canadian Chemistry Olympiad is now open for registration. Winners will be invited to a national training camp and have the chance to compete internationally in Saudi Arabia, 2024 as a part of the Canadian IChO Team! (A Mackenzie student won silver internationally just a couple of years ago)
As well, the Canadian Chemistry Contest is held alongside CCO. This is a separate contest, written in the same time period as CCO April 23rd, 2024!
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY:
You must register now independently for the monthly problem sets and associated workshops for the Canadian Chemistry Olympiad ONLY. Once registered you must complete and submit the problem sets by the end of each month. October and November problem sets have already been out and are due November 30th.
Go to CCO Registration (https://cco-occ.utschools.ca/?page_id=158) for more information about the contest and to download the first problem set and reference page.
Please fill out the following form to also register for the monthly problem sets and related workshops (you will be invited to a moodle the following week for submission):
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScfl35k_OJlVZmM5SHA4LyNsp_LGO4WG_kanWGGfvnbnh_syQ/viewform
In addition to the official CCO form, please also fill out the form below so we can keep track of who wants to do CCO, which will allow us to send you information when necessary. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSccKkoZ70mu6-8nufE54cXGd_qVK3J02KGlmrDiXNVhxyJmGA/viewform?usp=sf_link
**Important **
For teacher name and teacher email on the official CCO form, please use:
Mrs. Inga Teper
[email protected]
Failure to complete this may disqualify you from writing the exam in April and being invited to related workshops/national training camp! If you have any questions please dm figeater123 or kvzhan (discord). Make sure to attend Chemistry Club meetings every Monday to prepare for the contest!

Whats up MAC?
MRC has taken a huge step up and now is providing this a-MAZE-ing event! Do you love a good maze? Are you looking to learn more about programming robots? Then join us, on Monday, November 13th OR the 20th for the Pathfinding Puzzles competitive event!
In this event, you will learn the basics of controlling a robot using Arduino, and put your pathfinding skills to the test by navigating your robot out of a challenging maze as quickly as possible! Don't worry, no coding experience is required! THIS IS A COMPETITIVE EVENT, PRIZES WILL BE GIVEN TO THE WINNERS!
This event will be running twice on the dates given, your team will only show up on one of the date!
Sign up quickly, only 24 spots are available!

More information can be found on our instagram @wlmac.robotics

Are you looking to troubleshoot some haunting issues 👻 ?
You’re in luck because MCPT’s first Lyon Computing Competition (LCC) of the year is up and running on Wednesday, October 25 from 5:00 - 7:30 PM (online).
In order to participate you must register at https://mcpt.ca/lcc/signup by Monday, October 23rd at 11:59 PM with your team of 3-4 students (1 or 2 members are not allowed).
And if you’re looking for a trick or treat 🍬 for the holiday festivities, the top ranking teams in the junior and senior division will each get a github-themed sticker! So make sure to spread the word, gather your friends, and get ready to solve some eerie-sistible problems 🎃 !
P.S. You must participate in 3 LCCs to be eligible for the CCC and if you’re in an LCC team, only 1-2 members must fulfill the lessons requirement.

Hey MAC! We are SOOO excited to kick things off with our first program TOMORROW (Thursday the 12th) at lunch (11:40-12:40pm). We will be introducing the club, having a brief “get to know us” presentation and decorating stem-related cookies! We will be meeting in room 121 and all are welcome! Make sure to follow our instagram: Wlmac.womeninstem23 for more updates. See you there!

Calling all Mackenzie European handball enthusiasts!
The Athletic Council is pleased to announce that we are running European handball intramurals during Monday and Wednesday lunches starting on Monday October 16.
Face off in teams of five with up to five subs, with a minimum of two players who identify as female per team. This is a great way to have fun, make new friends and show off your competitive spirit! Sign up by clicking the link posted below.
Thursday, October 12 is the last day to sign up. We hope to see you there!
Signup Link: https://forms.gle/zjugLUfMEk9qdeYE8

General member applications for HOSA Mackenzie's 2023-2024 team are now open!
Through HOSA, you'll be able to learn about specific careers in healthcare, while competing at the national and international levels as you work towards becoming a leader in the healthcare industry! The club's application can be found on our Linktree. Applications are due on October 5th at 11:59 pm.
Also, don't miss HOSA Crawl, happening on Friday, September 29th after school in the cafeteria. At the event, you'll have a chance to learn more about about our club, meet our trainers, and enjoy some snacks with friends!

Hey Mackenzie!
DECA Mackenzie is back and stronger than ever! DECA is a business case competition where members develop their knowledge on various business topics, enhance their public speaking skills, and make the coolest memories with friends. General member applications for Mackenzie's most prestigious business club are open now!
Apply by FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2023 AT 11:59 PM for your chance to develop excellent presentation skills, gain in-depth business knowledge, and attend once-in-a-lifetime competitions! Prior business knowledge is not mandatory as our excellent trainers will teach you everything you need to know!
Application link: bit.ly/2024deca
We hope you're ready to take on this amazing opportunity and we're excited to read all of your spectacular applications! Best of luck!
Mackenzie DECA Linktree: Here

Get ready to put your cybersecurity skills to the test in this year's (unofficial) CyberPatriot qualifiers! Compete in up to teams of 6 for 4 hours anytime between Sat Sept 30th - Sun Oct 1st for the chance to be one of 5 the teams representing mackenzie in this year's competition! Cyberpatriot is a cyberdefence competition. Teams that make it to the finals will get to travel to compete in America!
Register your team here: https://forms.gle/TR7yDzYtxqH1PrvY9
Don't have any experience? No worries! We have a lot of resources to get you started (linked at the end of the Google form) :D
NOTE: Due to the competition prices going up + a decrease in school budget, teams will have to pay for the actual CyberPatriot competition. Fee per team is 300 CAD (50 per person). We are working to see how much we can cut the price down. All-Girls teams do not have to pay the 300 dollar registration fee

Are you free October 26th? Mark your calendars because this school year’s first math contest is back 📅!
On Thursday, October 26th, 2023 from periods 3 to 4, the Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge (COMC) will take place. With a contest fee of just $20, you get the chance to qualify for the Canadian Mathematics Olympiad (CMO) and so much more 🏆!
Whether you’re new to Mackenzie and love mathematics or a senior who’s looking to put one more thing on your uni applications, students of ALL GRADES are welcome to sign up for the contest using the link below by Friday, October 6th, 2023 by 11:59 PM.
sign up form:
https://forms.gle/sHHcnEU6YDFFk5hx7
Follow us on Instagram @wlmac.mathclub for more updates and news!

Get ready to make your mark, quite literally, in this year's famed Art Battle! Unleash your creativity, showcase your skills, and be part of an epic artistic showdown.
Secure your spot in this thrilling event using this link: https://forms.gle/3Yu29YZGuXRRqpAV7
Don't let this incredible opportunity slip away! The Art Battle awaits you!

Hey Mac!
SAC is hosting the last spirit week of the year! Get ready for a week of fun activities!
Monday - Jersey Day/Water Day
Dress up in your favourite jerseys and come to the field at lunch for a slip n' slide and a water sprinkler

Tuesday - Pajama Day/Club Day
Dress up in your PJs! This is the last food day for all clubs to sell food this school year. Additionally, come to the small field for some club game booths!

Wednesday - Celeb Day/Lipsync Battle
Dress up as any celebrity and come to the caf at lunch for an epic lipsync battle!

Thursday - DLSTSWTFLIYN Day/Free Freezies
Dress like something that starts with the first letter in your name day! Also SAC will be giving out free freezies at the school store during lunch.

Friday - Frat Friday/Carnival
Come to the field during our EXTENDED LUNCH for carnival games, food trucks, and a bouncy castle!

Heyyy Mac!
Get ready because TODAY at lunch SAC is hosting MAC's Got Talent in the cafeteria
From dancing to singing our school's got it all! And some of our fellow lyons and teachers are proud to present it to you!
RAFFLE
What's more: SAC will be selling raffle tickets at the caf entrance where you can win a great prize!
See you there! 🎤✨💃🎶

MAC's Got Talent

Heyyyy Mac!
Ever had that one talent that you've wanted to show off to your friends but never got the chance? Well here it is!
SAC is planning on hosting a talent show, and we want YOU to perform!
MAC's got talent Date: April 20th
Auditions Date: April 13th at Lunch
Any talent or act is allowed to audition as long as it is school appropriate.
Fill out form here to apply!

We are excited to announce that MGCI and WLMAC have joined together to host the annual WxMCTF cybersecurity competition with over $2000 worth of prizes! 🎉
Dates: ⏰
WxMCTF will run from March 1, 2023 @ 00:00 (EST) to March 13, 2023 @ 23:59 (EST).
About: ?
Compete in teams of up to 4 and battle it out with your skills in digital forensics, website and binary exploitation, reverse engineering, and cryptography! The challenges are designed with a low barrier of entry to enable even first-time competitors to gain experience and knowledge in an enjoyable, cooperative way. This contest is organized by WLMAC's Cybersecurity Club and MGCI's CTF Club. Our $2000+ worth of prizes are generously supported by DigitalOcean. This competition is open to everyone, but prizes are only available for teams entirely made up of Ontario high school students.
Links: :link:


ctftime event: https://ctftime.org/event/1911
contest and registration page: https://ctf.mcpt.ca/contest/WxMCTF
info document: https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/19e-frfMbch_aIjb7y4WPvUoxH3ZtnCkm6TUDUDl1PEQ/preview

Last month, members of Mackenzie's Linguistics Club competed in Round 1 of the North American Computational Linguistics Olympiad (NACLO). With the results now released, a huge congratulations to the following members for scoring in the top 10% and qualifying for the second round of the competition!

Anthony Zanchetta
Alyn Huang
Ryan Atlas
Aidan Wang

In two weeks, these four will compete to represent Canada at the International Linguistics Olympiad (IOL) in Bulgaria this summer! Wish them all luck, Mackenzie!

We are excited to announce that MGCI and WLMAC have joined together to host the annual WxMCTF cybersecurity competition with over $2000 worth of prizes! 🎉
Dates: ⏰
WxMCTF will run from March 1st @ midnight to March 13th @ midnight
About: ?
Compete in teams of up to 4 and battle it out with your skills in digital forensics, website and binary exploitation, reverse engineering, and cryptography among students ages 13+ across Ontario!
The challenges are designed with a low barrier of entry to enable even first-time competitors to gain experience and knowledge in an enjoyable, cooperative way. This contest is organized by WLMAC's Cybersecurity club and MGCI's CTF club. Our $2000+ worth of prizes are generously supported by DigitalOcean.
Registration: ✓
- To register, create an account on our website: https://ctf.mcpt.ca/accounts/signup/
- Create or join a team here: https://ctf.mcpt.ca/teams/
- Learn more here: https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/19e-frfMbch_aIjb7y4WPvUoxH3ZtnCkm6TUDUDl1PEQ/edit
- Contest link: https://ctf.mcpt.ca/contest/WxMCTF

The past two days, DECA Mackenzie sweeped Provincials at the Sheraton Centre Hotel in downtown Toronto in-person for the first in three years. Stronger than ever, members won more than 40 medals among competitors from across Ontario.
A huge congratulations to Misheel and Kailey for qualifying for internationals in Orlando, Florida as provincial champions! Shoutouts to our top 10 overall winners Kevin, Riddhi, Diana, Gene, Pouya, Jeffery, Brian, Patrick, and Edna as well!
A special thanks to our presidents Nicole, Celine, Jeffery, Misheel and Olga and our trainers Kailey, Gene, Derek, Zachary, Andrew, Patrick, Ilana, Elle, Harriet, and Philip for their incredible dedication this year.
We are incredibly proud of all our members and cannot wait to see what DECA Mackenzie’s legacy holds in the future!

Hey Mac! Have you ever wondered whether the hours you spend binge watching on Netflix is worth it? Well, Trivia Club has the perfect event for you!
TODAY (FEB 16) AT LUNCH IN ROOM 219 come test your knowledge with some TV themed trivia.
All are welcome, bring your friends and lunch! We hope to see you there.

Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
I see an angel,
Flying to you

Can you see the Valentine’s Day spirit twinkling through the air? Love is all around us! And if elementary school poetry isn’t enough trigger for nostalgia, Project Metropolis is releasing a festive doodle, Lovesick Loveride, based on the iconic “Jetpack Joyride!” Life is like a wild ride. Love can make it worth it - or not - and between today and February the 23rd, they who wins the most hearts will win a lovely prize. Head over to doodle.maclyonsden.com and see if you can snag some hearts. Remember to “Keep calm and get your Cupid on” Mac!

Hey Mackenzie!
With the start of the new year, it's that time again for... MSEO! Mackenzie Science and Engineering Olympics is a day-long middle school science olympiad hosted at Mackenzie that brings together over 300 students from 12 schools across the GTA. In preparation for this large event, we are looking for passionate student volunteers! As a great way to develop your leadership skills, hold a position of responsibility and make an impact in the community, we encourage everyone to apply! Additionally, all volunteers will receive volunteer hours and free food. Applications close THIS Friday, January 13 @ 11:59 pm. Don't miss your chance!
The MSEO Volunteer Experience: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FTXaUYWmGA4
Application Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-OZ3uxDiIjLsgAsk7g9bsb0LPvjcPsrb6mDPOxr7utRo54w/viewform
Info Slides: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Ds-FpfYcWcLroa5Ncu8q1Dl35sJWJHx2WKvIKzLm-oQ/edit?usp=sharing

You better watch out
You better not cry
Your presents might never come by tonight
Santa Claus is letting you down.
No way! Alas, it's true. Santa procrastinated, and now, whether you were naughty or nice, your holidays might be giftless! If only there were something you could do to help. Oh ho? Thanks to Project Metropolis, you CAN help Santa in slingshotting presents out of the arctic circle. With charming original graphics and music, "Present Rush" is much more than a game, and between today and Dec 31st, if your contributions top the leaderboard, you might just find a $25 gift card in your stockings on Christmas Day. Ho ho ho! Head on to https://doodle.maclyonsden.com now.

‘Twas the night before SACmas when all through WLMAC,
Not a tech rep was working, not even deekma
Too unfortunate to hear, too unbearable to hide. Stealing Santa’s candy canes is for naughty children, and children on the naughty list disappear😔… unless you choose to be said naughty child’s friend😈. Next Tuesday, Dec 20th, afterschool in the caf, join SAC and Metropolis in a scavenger hunt to uncover which of Santa’s elves kidnapped Derek.🎄Sign ups can be found here or on @wlmac.sac!

rm. 219 @ LUNCH on Thursday Dec. 15
Bring your lunch, friends, or just yourself to compete in some holiday merriment. As always, there will be prizes for the winners!
See you there!

rm. 219 @ LUNCH on Thursday Dec. 1
Bring your lunch, friends, or just yourself to compete in some nautical fun. As always, there will be prizes for the winners!
See you there!

The 2nd LCC | November
Have you fallen in love with our contests? 🍂 Are you pining for another one? 🌲 Well then, you won't beleaf what will be happening this week. 😱
The second Lyon's Computing Competition (LCC) of the year will be coming up this Thursday (November 24) from 5pm to 7:30pm! In case you forgot, LCC is a team programming competition with both a junior and a senior division for Mackenzie students.
A reminder that in order to write the CCC, you must participate in at least 2 LCCs. If you're in a new team, make sure to sign up with the link below by Nov 22 @ 11:59pm.

https://mcpt.ca/lcc/signup

rm. 219 @ LUNCH on Thursday Nov. 17th
Bring your lunch, friends, or just yourself to compete in some food themed trivia. As always, there will be prizes for the winners!
See you there!

Hey MAC!
The Canadian Chemistry Olympiad is now open for registration. Winners go on to compete internationally in Switzerland in 2023 as a part of the Canadian IChO Team! (A Mackenzie student earned a spot on the Canadian team just a couple of years ago)
You must register now and complete and submit a problem set each month. The Canadian portion of the contest is written alongside the Canadian Chemistry Competition in April. The first problem set has been posted, and is due November 30th.
Go to CCO Registration (https://cco-occ.utschools.ca/?page_id=158) to register, and download the first problem set and reference page.
In addition to the official CCO form, please also fill out this form so we can keep track of who wants to do CCO and send you information when necessary.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYXvwTChcHIdQ2KclZrVXF4yzJF6vqF23WZAQJMrlvHy4ahQ/viewform?usp=sf_link
For teacher name and teacher email on the official CCO form, please use:
Mrs. Inga Teper
[email protected]
Failure to complete this may disqualify you from earning a spot on the Canadian Team in April!
If you have any questions please email [email protected] or [email protected].
Make sure to also join Chemistry Club discord and google classroom for more updates and learn how you can prepare for CCO:
https://classroom.google.com/c/NTAxMDUzOTUwOTkz?cjc=4cfydep
https://discord.gg/bRKqyvhgnc

rm. 219 @ LUNCH on Thursday Nov. 3rd
Bring your friends and lunch to compete in some cinema themed trivia for a cinema themed prize. Plus, this week we will have a NEW GAME FORMAT!
See you there!

HEY MAC!
Wanna learn more about the environment? Compete internationally? Solve real world environmental problems? Then Envirothon is the club for you! With exciting meetings on soil to even better ones on trees, Envirothon will cover your every environmental-science need! Our very first introduction meeting will be on Thursday, October 27th at 11:55AM @Lunch in room 109! Applications are now open and are due November 5th at 11:59pm (so procrastinate if you want to!) and EVERYONE can apply regardless of experience in environmental science. Follow our platforms for more info! Still reading? Why haven’t you applied yet???? If you would like to learn more:
Discord: https://discord.gg/3tsZucK2
Google Classroom: 6oc6qdg
Application form: https://forms.gle/msQvty5a9Yj7mxWh6

The Open Round of NACLO 2023 will be held on Thursday, January 26th, 2023 from 10am to 1pm at the University of Toronto, and all students will travel to the site as individuals.
As this time will conflict with one of the mornings of first semester exams, Linguistics Club plans to make arrangements with the school to make sure all students writing the competition will not miss their exam. To do this, we'll need to collect information on all students interested to send to the office as soon as possible. Please complete the form below by Tuesday, November 1st @ 11:59pm so we can begin this process.

https://forms.gle/FQrLStQSgyobn6MC6

NOTE: This form is NOT an official registration for the NACLO. If you would like to officially register for the NACLO, you may fill out the form in the following like at any time before the competition date: https://nacloweb.org/register_student.php

Come join Mackenzie's all new trivia club in
rm. 219 @ LUNCH on Thursday October 20,
for the first event of the year! Whether you want to compete alone or in teams of three, all are welcome.
There's sure to be tricks and treats!

The interview schedule has been released for those who applied to be a part of this year's Mackenzie Mock Trials team! Check your emails and make sure you are aware of your time slot as interviews will start Monday, October 17th after school.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to apply, we received an overwhelming number of applications and had some tough decisions to make! Congratulations to those who passed on to the second round and for those who did not, please do not be discouraged and apply again next year!
Thank you for all of your interest in Mock Trials!

Hey Mac,
If you've applied to be part of our chapter, please check your inbox for important information regarding our first meeting! Congratulations to everyone who made it on the team, and thank you to everyone who have taken the time to apply!

Hey Mac! Are you interested in learning about law or playing the role of a lawyer in a court trial? Well, you’re in luck, because general member applications for the Mock Trials team are open now!
The Mackenzie Mock Trials team competes at the annual Mock Trials hosted by OJEN and we have had real lawyers coach the team in the past!
The form is linked below and will close this Saturday, October 15th at 11:59 PM. No prior knowledge is required to be a team member as we will teach you everything you need to know! The form is the first step of the application process and we will be sending out email invites for interviews next week.
Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe4wV80cF_KAXUMrfrEEHJ-XtUYU3uiQOwAtcQy1Z7VzIrqFg/viewform
Make sure to follow us on Instagram @wlmac.mocktrials for more updates! We look forward to adding new members to our team and best of luck!

Hey everyone!
A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who applied to join DECA Mackenzie this year - we were truly BLOWN AWAY by all the enthusiasm and ended up with 115+ applications! After conducting dozens of interviews and making many tough decisions, the results are in. Congratulations to the Official DECA Mackenzie team for 2022-2023!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uBDdnAyibwNMqdI2F8Qne9LnlwTY_IA8/view
For those who didn’t quite make the team this year, please do not be discouraged! The selection process was incredibly competitive and everyone is strongly encouraged to apply again for next year's team.
Looking forward to another incredible season this year!

Mackenzie's all new Trivia Club is hosting a quick info meeting at
LUNCH in Rm. 219 on Thursday, October 6th.
All are welcome. See you then and don't forget to follow @wlmac.trivia on Instagram.

Hey Mac! Business Council, one of the top school business clubs in the COUNTRY is hosting its info session this Thursday in the library at 3:30 PM! Here's several reasons you should join the council:
1) Compete Nationally and Internationally in an event of your choice - from economics, finance, and marketing to healthcare and coding!
2) Enhance your resume and university application — regardless of major
3) Meet Business Council's Alumni, who now attend The Wharton School (University of Pennsylvania), UofT, Queen's, Western, and more!
Application Form: (Closes Oct. 6): https://forms.gle/vd74J3z4RjRDRZ59A

The COMC (Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge) contest signups are out now! Fill out the google form linked below to participate. The form closes on October 9th at 11:59pm, so be sure to submit before it closes to get a chance to write the contest.
COMC Signup Form

Hey Mackenzie!
TED Club @ Mac is back for the 2022-2023 school year! If you love voicing an opinion, or just want to learn something new, TED club is the place to be! TED Club hosts various exciting panels with guest speakers and interactive events to give you a platform to shine. Register as an official general member now using the form at the bottom of this announcement!
Executive applications are currently open as well! Apply by October 7th at 11:55 PM for the chance to gain valuable experiences and contribute to the Mackenzie community. All grades are encouraged to apply! The form and information about available positions is accessible through our linktree linked on this page, in the bio of our Instagram @wlmac.tedclub, or the QR code on posters around the school. Best of luck!
Thank you for your interest and make sure to join our google classroom for exciting updates!
Executive application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeowdiFUOhkPVRrtFcuXsPcHEhX0wOsALOJr3yJfANmpSK0Bg/viewform?usp=sf_link
General member sign-up form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfCpRn5IzaQxBFf7zjJQC5yozc6Ozc52gyJcw1XyF3JLd4r2w/viewform?usp=sf_link
TED Club Google classroom: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTAxNTc2MTI0ODA3?cjc=mu6nbht
TED Club linktree: https://linktr.ee/TED.Club

Hey Mackenzie!
DECA is back and stronger than ever! DECA is a business case competition where members develop their knowledge on various business topics, enhance their public speaking skills, and make the coolest, wackiest memories with friends. General member applications for Mackenzie's most prestigous business club are open now!
Apply by SATURDAY OCTOBER 1st, 2022 AT 11:59 PM for your chance to develop presentation skills, gain in-depth business knowledge, and attend once-in-a-lifetime competitions! Prior business knowledge is not mandatory as our excellent trainers will teach you everything you need to know!
Application link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdM5aNu0YUyumBtNHBwrIJn7dJMO7QHTAHoF4XlKvVDNiuKFw/viewform
Additionally, attend our information meeting on Tuesday, September 27th after school in the cafeteria if you're not sure if DECA is the club for you, or to learn more about what the club entails. Make sure to stop by our booth at club crawl on Thursday, September 29th as well!
We hope you're ready to take on this amazing opportunity and we're excited to read all of your spectacular applications! Best of luck!
Mackenzie DECA Linktree: https://linktr.ee/decamackenzie?fbclid=IwAR1_RfcVOb-27WNWvfpu-lMAHClI2X06Sy_JLEhFnshAjgK3wnTj5DV-oyc

Are you interested in learning more about business and investing? Are you looking to enhance your university applications? Business Council, Mackenzie's largest business club is now recruiting members!
As a member, you will have the opportunity to compete in national and international competitions, win prizes at our weekly meetings, and meet our alumni attending The Wharton School (Upenn), UofT, Queen's, Western, and more! No prior business knowledge or experience is required to join the council or succeed at the competitions.
To learn more, attend our Information Session happening Thursday, September 29 in the library at 3:30!
Apply by October 6th here: https://forms.gle/w4HVhjFQfrzL4rD47

MCPT presents: The Competitive Diagnostic Contest!
As the first event of the 2022-2023 school year, MCPT is excited to announce our competitive diagnostic contest. Participation is open to all skill levels, but beginners are especially encouraged! It's mainly about evaluating your familiarity with competitive programming topics for future lessons and contests, so don't worry if you can’t solve some problems yet.
The contest duration will be from Sept 23 @ 3:15 pm to Sept 25 @ 11:59 pm, with a two-hour window to participate individually. There will be 6 problems of increasing difficulty — with the same scoring format as an LCC.
Interested?
Fill out the form in the contest description to get the access code!

https://mcpt.ca/contest/diagnostic22

Hey Mackenzie!
HOSA General Member Applications are now open for the 2022-2023 school year! Apply to partake in one of the biggest clubs at Mac to learn more about the fields of health sciences, and compete at a national (or even international) level! It's an excellent opportunity to get a head start for all of you interested in the health sciences and to meet new people!
If you are interested, check out the links below:
APPLY HERE: https://bit.ly/wlmachosa2022
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wlmac.hosa/
The deadline for the application is on OCTOBER 3 at 11:59 PM ET.
If you have any inquiries, feel free to contact us through Discord (Xenith#4451 or jullyfish#9117) or email ([email protected] or [email protected]).
Spread the word with all of your friends!
Good luck and we look forward to your applications!

Hey everyone! The time has come: the CyberPatriot qualifiers are finally here!
Not sure what CyberPatriot is or want to learn more about the competition? Click here to learn more: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/12gS1F8bQA42qWxWkmiBUsKlKmHsgphtofhDSU7NmoLs/edit?usp=sharing
Info


The qualifiers will be running virtually from Oct 1st @ 9:00 a.m - Oct 2nd @ 9:00 p.m.
Teams can compete anytime between the above timeframe. Once your window begins, teams will have 6 consecutive hours to compete or until the hard deadline, whichever comes first.
The top two teams will get to compete in CyberPatriot with WLMAC.
You can compete with a team of up to 6 members. You CAN'T be in more than one team.


Training Material
Want to prepare for the qualifier round? We've got you covered:


Intro Lessons + basic practice: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rOyDsDiK0SjC56J2J0DhbpeqYBVhMcMi?usp=sharing
Cisco: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rdoIoc1lm6VYtFpVxyO1ScDjAVXHRRTd?usp=sharing
Linux: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1jC6-HpCGUClYNYyiXdEQie5PfQBBEGvg?usp=sharing
Windows: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1CUbbja3gXJQc3AjEMRK4oFXM4FXlTY0U?usp=sharing
Practice Images: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_t3MNBYk1KH64MvfCn8t0VEEIfkPHRza?usp=sharing
Official training material: https://www.uscyberpatriot.org/competition/training-materials/training-modules


Software installation links + specifications: https://www.uscyberpatriot.org/competition/technical-specifications
That's all for now folks, details on the content of the qualifier round are coming soon.
Good luck everyone!

Want to learn about windows and linux security?
Cybersecurity Club will be hosting an Introduction to Operating System Security lesson this Tuesday at lunch in Room 219. We will be going over fundamental CyberPatriot concepts for Windows and Linux. You won't want to miss it!
See you there!

Ever wonder where that giant teapot banner in Room 222 is from? Or where the National Finalist banner in the foyer was won? Do you want to possibly win a banner too? 🏅 🏆
Cybersecurity Club will be hosting an Introduction to CyberPatriot session this Tuesday May 31st at lunch in room 219! We strongly encourage people - especially grade 9s - with little to no experience to attend, as we will be going over the competition and how you can get involved.
See you there!

Have you ever wanted to play angry birds in real life? Or maybe throw WATER BALLOONS at your favourite science teachers? Well, now you can do both! This WEDNESDAY, June 1st, MSC will be hosting our FINAL EVENT OF THE YEAR!! Come join us for an afternoon full of flying marshmallows, water balloons, and fun! Snacks will be provided!! 🍫 😋
Sign-ups close Monday at 11:59 pm: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdEqGIC_4_yH6QI27-dlgrT1Fm_kqBVtiv0zu0ZckAMUM_vIg/viewform
As it is the last event of the year, it will be worth double points! 🤩

Applications Open Now
Business Council, Mackenzie’s largest business club, is recruiting executives for the 2022-2023 school year. Business Council prepares its 90+ members for national and international competitions from FBLA and Target Alpha. The council provides an unparalleled professional environment for its executives, who help plan school-wide events like Mackenzie’s Undergraduate Business Panel.
Applications are open to ALL MACKENZIEIE STUDENTS, regardless of grade or past experience with the council. The due date for the application is Saturday, May 1st at 11:59 PM (EST).
https://forms.gle/F89kpWeMnByZjAP36

Start marking your calendars because LyonHacks II will be returning this year as Mackenzie’s 2nd hackathon!
LyonHacks II will start on April 15th @ noon and will end on April 17th @ noon — for a total of 48 hours.
Now you may be wondering, what is a hackathon?
A hackathon is a programming competition that challenges teams to design and pitch a software application to our panel of judges. During LyonHacks II, teams will create a code-based project that falls under one of the given themes. The hackathon will also feature workshops, fun activities and guest speakers to help people of all skill levels. Don’t worry if the competition aspect may feel intimidating, as hackathons are seen as a place to learn, collaborate and express creativity!
All Ontario middle and high school students ages 13-18 are invited to compete, in teams of up to 4. Top teams will receive prizes from a cash pool of $250, generously sponsored by ECOO.
Interested? SIGN UP before THURSDAY, APRIL 7th @ 11:59pm:
https://learning.mcpt.ca/lyon-hacks/season-ii/
Join our Slack via the link below!
https://mcpt.ca/lh-slack

Hey Mac,
Want to take part in the largest high school CTF contest in the world? Tackle PicoCTF's 70+ problems with a team! CTF stands for Capture the Flag, and they're are all about hacking a file, app, or website to find a line of text, the "flag." If you have no idea what that is, don't worry; no prior experience is required!
Interested? Sign up by March 6 at 11:59PM using the form in teams of up to 5 people. The contest lasts from March 15-29, and participation is completely free. The top Canadian teams are eligible for prizes of up to $2000. In addition, the top Canadian all-girls team can also win $2000.
Want to prepare? Check out Cybersecurity Club's CTF lessons! We host lessons every Tuesday and Thursday at 5:15PM; join our Google Classroom to listen in! You can find our past lessons at: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QYxi-B8-doDJzUVTfXsuZuESB6eBNLwX
More information can be found here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1M9PoMWZCJkHorMOHoHEflsqh39oaHiof9YK_Zo8Sak0
Cybersecurity Club's Membership Form: (fill in to get Google Classroom code) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11jI-aZ464fo5Nyl4ss9okgPwQNAee6svAceI8SC-oxY
PicoCTF Registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16k8cWZWiwnUyk4cQhimgwgHEbzvGoHKNJDmn38eCXxw/edit

Hello Mackenzie, get excited because the long awaited Euclid contest is back again. Make sure to sign up using this Google Form .
On the same note, if you want to participate in Fryer, Galois, or Hypatia contests for Grades 9-11, sign up using this link .

Have you ever forgotten a password? While we can’t help you find it 😔, we certainly can introduce you to cybersecurity!
Enter LyonCTF, a capture-the-flag computer security contest for Ontario middle and high school students ages 13 to 18! From February 18th to 21st, you and a team of up to 4 others will take on a wide array of challenges, from cracking website security to finding hidden messages in files and breaking cipher codes. And for the top performers, $250 worth of prizes will be generously sponsored by the Educational Computing Organization of Ontario!
Even if you’re new to cybersecurity, we designed the contest with a low barrier of entry to enable first-time competitors the chance to gain experience and knowledge in an enjoyable, cooperative way.
Captured your interest? Read more and sign up here
(Don't forget to tell your friends in other schools to sign up too!)

Hey Mac! Science Council is planning on hosting a Mackenzie Science Bowl which would be a 90 minute online test teaching the three branches of science: biology, physics, and chemistry.
The test is taken on our website during your own time, and consists of 60 multiple choice, 10 short answers, and 3 long answer questions. The online test platform will be open between 11 AM to 11 PM and you must take the test during this time frame. Top students will win amazing prizes!
Right now we are trying to gauge interest and to see if students would be interested. Please fill out the form below if you would be interested in participating and Science Council will make it happen!
https://forms.gle/j617TSWZaHSVyJgh7

Hey MAC!
The Pascal, Cayley and Fermat Contests (PCF) for students in Grades 9, 10, and 11 will be written on Wednesday, February 23, 2022.
The PCF Contests are a great way to inspire all students with an interest in mathematics and to build their confidence and ability.
This year, students will be able to write the PCF Contests online or on paper, an option that we introduced last year. Closer to the contest date we will be able to take a decision regarding the mode of writing (online or in-person).
The link to the online registration form:https://forms.gle/Fox1R5gppimdpSBFA.
The ordering deadline is February 6, 2022.

It's time for the Michael Smith Science Challenge! This competition is available to students taking Grade 10 Science or lower. You can find more information here .
The contest is on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, and can be done online any time between 9:00 am and 11:00 pm (9:00 - 23:00). You must register with this form by Friday, February 11 if you are interested in writing so that you can receive important registration information. Please see this poster for details.

Introducing Mackenzie’s first-ever Holiday Game Jam!
A game jam is a competitive and social event where teams of up to 4 students create video games and then pitch their new game ideas to the rest of the group. It’s a great opportunity to make new friends, create something cool, and learn a thing or two! No previous game dev experience is required - we’ll be running many workshops over the event to expand your knowledge of game dev. We’ll also be hosting fun activities for you and your friends to participate in and enjoy over the span of the event!
The Holiday Game Jam will run from December 27th at noon to December 31st at noon. Teams will have a total of 96 hours to both create and prepare a game and a pitch. To read more, visit:

https://holiday-game-jam.devpost.com/

Register your team of up to 4 members by December 26th @ midnight. There is no registration fee; all students currently attending William Lyon Mackenzie can participate!

https://mcpt.ca/gamejam

DOODLE GAME IS BACK!
This time, we're playing hunt the evil Santa! (or get hunted, depending on um, your personal preferences)
Come give it a try using the link below!
https://doodle.maclyonsden.com
The top scoring student will win a prize!

Pascal Cayley and Fermat sign-ups are out now! Check out the attached links to register. The forms will close January 31, 2022, so be sure to submit before the deadline. Math club will also be hosting our very own mock PCF to help prepare you for the upcoming contests. The sign-ups are also linked below.
PCF: https://forms.gle/zGhbX3XzZ6AbMHbg7
Mock PCF: https://forms.gle/8VaGBow5KXuB4hoV9

MCPT is excited to announce pre-registrations for the CCC! :poggers:
Hosted this year on February 16th, 2022 by the University of Waterloo, the Canadian Computing Competition (CCC) is the premiere individual coding contest in Canada. It follows a similar format to the LCC hosting a Junior and Senior division with five problems held in a 3 hour contest time.
The Junior division is aimed towards Grade 9 and 10 students just starting out in competitive programming, where the Senior division incorporates more advanced algorithms and may be better suited for Grade 11 and 12 students. We still encourage everyone to try out the Senior division, especially if you’re in Grade 11 or 12, as it’s a good opportunity to test your skills and boost your University of Waterloo application!
Sign up with this form by January 5th, 2022 at midnight :blobyes:

https://mcpt.ca/ccc


To participate, you'll need a CCCGrader account - if you already have one that was previously registered under our school and are able to log in, you can use the same account. If you're new to the competition or our school, sign up for an account here with our school number 057001119:
More information about the CCC can be found on the CEMC’s website.

For students between Grade 9 - 11, the Pascal, Cayley, and Fermat (PCF) Contest Registrations are now open!
Held by the CEMC on February 23rd, the PCF is an hour-long multiple choice contest. Be sure to sign up using this link before January 31st, 2022.
However, do note that the format has changed this year. To help prepare you for the contest, we'll be hosting a Mock PCF Contest, with prizes for the winner! Sign up here for the Mock PCF - the form will close January 10th, 2022.

To read more about the format changes, consult the description on our PCF signup form, or read the format on the CEMC's website here: https://www.cemc.uwaterloo.ca/contests/pcf.html

Get ready for our second Lyon’s Computing Competition (LCC) of the year!
The LCC is a school-wide competitive programming competition hosted by MCPT. Sign up to enhance your coding abilities, and solve 5 challenging problems alongside your friends! The event will run virtually through Zoom on Thursday, December 9th from 4:30 - 7:00pm. Cameras will only be required at the start of the contest to authenticate your participation.
Missed the chance to previously sign up for LCC? No worries! We’re accepting new teams to participate in both the Junior and Senior divisions. If you wish to create a new team or change your current team members, register at https://mcpt.ca/lcc/signup .
And remember, anyone who wishes to compete in Waterloo’s Canadian Computing Competition (CCC) must participate in at least three of our monthly LCCs.
Good luck!

Hey MAC! This holiday season SAC is challenging you to give back to your community! As a yearly tradition we’re running a food drive and donating to a food drive to help those in need. Make sure to bring your non perishable items in all of next week for a chance to win a pizza party for your AM class!

Hey hey everyone!
Interested in coding competitions but not sure where to begin? Want to improve your next LCC performance?
The Competitive Branch will hold an introduction to competitive programming this Monday 22nd at 4:30pm, and if you miss us on Monday, come by for an identical lesson on Tuesday 23rd. It will be a valuable foundation for anyone interested in a new application of coding, so make sure to be there!
Join our lessons using these Zoom links:

Monday: https://tdsb-ca.zoom.us/j/8327334738?pwd=M0svMVVKalVhaTYwOVUxZEt5QjdSQT09
Tuesday: https://tdsb-ca.zoom.us/j/92063558454?pwd=blYzaTdZekd2TXQzZlJZYzdnTGdiUT09


Preceding the lesson, we’ll also be hosting an introductory contest this Sunday 21st for you to get a feel for the competitive programming you’ll be learning. During the lesson, we’ll break down these questions and teach you how to solve them.
Try it out at:

https://mcpt.ca/contest/wc1


At least 1-2 members of each LCC team must attend Competitive lessons in order to continue being eligible for the LCC. If you wish to secure your spot as an individual to register for the CCC, you are highly encouraged to attend.

Hey hey heyyy Mac! The moment you've all been waiting for: ACED Mackenzie has released its team list! With over one hundred applications, we had the honour of reviewing all the superb applications and would like to congratulate all applicants, whether you made it or not, for your efforts.
Find the member list here: https://bit.ly/wlmacacedteam
Training will begin this Tuesday, November 2nd at 11:40am (lunch) for members! Report to the room number of your assigned event (can be found on the memeber list doc). Please eat your lunch before the meeting as the classrooms will be packed for this first meeting.

Hey Mackenzie!
The first Model UN meeting of the 2021/2022 school year is on Monday, November 1st @ 4:00pm. All applicants that were accepted will be added to the Brightspace Model UN classroom asap and the zoom link will be posted there. We’re so excited to meet you all!
Visit our instagram page for more club information: @wlmac.modelun

Teams of four. Two and a half hours. One premiere coding contest.
You and your teammates are invited to sign up for our first Lyon's Computing Competition of 2021!
The Lyon's Computing Competition (LCC) is a team programming contest held by MCPT every month. Teams consist of 2, 3, or 4 members. Whether you're just starting to program or have practiced competitive programming for years, there's a fun challenge for everyone! If you’re a bit younger or newer to programming, our Junior Division will be perfect for you! For those who are older or seek a greater challenge, the Senior Division is a great choice!
LCC is a great opportunity to work with friends to solve challenging coding problems and gain insight into the competitive programming world. Our inaugural competition will have five problems and will be hosted virtually on Thursday, October 28th from 4:30pm to 7:00pm.
Anyone looking to participate in the esteemed Canadian Computing Competition in February must also first participate in a minimum of 3 of our monthly LCC’s in order to qualify.
Register your team now at https://mcpt.ca/lcc/signup by Tuesday, October 26th at midnight! Note that to maintain your rating status and points the same team name will be used to sign up for any future LCC events.

The LCC is only available to students of William Lyon Mackenzie C.I. For those from other schools, we offer the MOOSE Contest, which uses the same problem sets but with a windowed time period over a few days. Look out for signups in the near future!

APPLICATIONS FOR MACKENZIE'S ACED TEAM CLOSE THIS FRIDAY AT 11:59!!! APPLY AT https://bit.ly/wlmacaced
Do you want to learn about marketing, finance, and everything in between? Do you want to join Mackenzie's Biggest Business Case Competition Team? And last but not least.... do you like cash prizes 😏? If you answered yes to any of these questions, THEN ACED IS THE TEAM FOR YOU!!
Learn more about our club on our instagram @wlmac.aced!!
Apply to ACED today! Applications close THIS FRIDAY at 11:59, don't miss out!!

Hey Mackenzie Students!
Are you interested in gaining leadership experience? Do you want to improve your debating and public speaking skills? Do you have an interest in politics or want to learn more about what’s going on around the world? If you do, Model United Nations is the perfect club for you!
Applications are open! Don’t miss this opportunity to join and take part in conferences with participants from all over Southern Ontario, Canada, and even the US!
Applications close Tuesday, October 5.
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf42KT-_7wG9kWA05cmF4z9PeQ2rJCc3v4t0cxPHa2bah8Irg/viewform
Don’t forget to visit our website and new instagram account for updates.
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/wlmacmun
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wlmac.modelun/
Hope to see you soon!

Registration for the COMC are now open! The Canadian Open Mathematics Challenge (COMC) is an open division math contest (meaning all participants will be pooled together, regardless of age) that is open to any student with interest and grasp of high school math. The contest date is Thursday, October 28th, 2021.
Signups close October 10th at 11:59pm!

https://forms.gle/rNgfXhqMZQHHJPNZ7


Likewise, AMC 10/12 A signups are also open! The American Mathematics Competition (AMC) is a multiple choice mathematics competition from the Mathematics Association of America, taking place on Wednesday, November 10th, 2021.
Signups close October 1st at 11:59pm!

https://forms.gle/ZBw6sSDeJSmJykr36


Finally, the CSIMC is also open now! The Canadian Senior Mathematics Contest (CSMC) and Canadian Intermediate Mathematics Contest (CIMC) are contests hosted by the University of Waterloo. The contest will take place on Wednesday November 17, 2021.
Signups close October 15th at 11:59pm!

https://forms.gle/ikeXbRCfdXGvZGoL7