Building the future of robotics in London, Ontario
VIPER empowers high school students to design, build, and compete with industrial-grade robots. We combine mentorship, community partnerships, and purposeful engineering to spark lasting STEM careers and inspire the next generation of innovators.
Our 2025 Sponsors and Partners
Impact
Design, build, and lead with purpose
Every build season gives students hands-on experience in mechanical design, electrical systems, programming, and strategy. Along the way we develop leadership, communication, and community connections.
- Active student roster
- 24
- Mentors
- 8
- Competition performance
- 3x playoffs
- Total impact hours
- 5,300+
Students mentored across mechanical, software, business, and media subteams.
Dedicated volunteers from industry and academia offering expertise in engineering, software, and leadership.
Consistent elimination bracket appearances, including Rookie All Star and Rising All Star awards last season.
Collective student and mentor time dedicated to robotics, outreach, and community events last season.
2025 - Reefscape
Mentors make it possible
Professional engineers, software developers, and alumni guide every sprint. Interested in mentoring? Reach out to join the crew.
Journey
A timeline of growth, grit, and gracious professionalism
Launched in the fall of 2024, VIPER 10554 wasted no time making an impact. From a brand-new team to award-winning performances within our first season, we continually raise the bar for what's possible in London for STEM education.
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Fall 2024
Team VIPER takes shape
Students from London, Ontario form a brand-new FRC team with a coalition of community sponsors, setting sights on making a splash in their rookie season, Reefscape.
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March 2025
Rookie debut at Niagara College
VIPER fields its first competition robot at the ONT District Niagara College Event, ranks 6th overall, captained the 4th alliance and earns the Rookie All Star Award.
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April 2025
Provincial Championship breakthrough
VIPER advances to the FIRST Ontario Provincial Championship - Science Division, earning the Rising All-Star Award and is ranked 29th out of 130 teams in Ontario.
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2026 Season
Building on momentum
Returning veterans welcome new rookies, competing at Humber Polytechnic and McMaster events.
Built on collaboration
Every milestone reflects students and mentors working shoulder-to-shoulder—scouting matches, refining drivetrains, and delivering outreach across London. The momentum from our previous success fuels our new season, Rebuilt, presented by Haas.
Season competed
Official awards
Playoff appearances
Legacy
Our full performance last season
Join the movement
Mentors, sponsors, and students—your next season starts here.
Whether you're a student eager to grow, a mentor ready to make an impact, or a sponsor looking to support local STEM, there's a place for you here. Be part of a dynamic community focused on creativity, skill-building, and teamwork.