About Us

About QCT

Founded 2001 - One of Queen's longest-running design teams

100+ multidisciplinary members - Engineering students from across disciplines working together

Innovation leaders - Pioneering technologies including:

  • CFRP (Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer) integration
  • Advanced aluminum roll cage design
  • Responsive steering systems

Competitive excellence - History of podium finishes at GNCTR

About GNCTR

The Great Northern Concrete Toboggan Race (GNCTR) is the largest and longest-running engineering competition in Canada.

Teams from across the country design, build, and race concrete-running toboggans, competing across multiple categories:

  • Race performance
  • Braking systems
  • Team spirit
  • Technical presentations
  • Concrete mix design

GNCTR 2026 will be held in London, ON

Technical Exhibition

Showcase of engineering design and innovation

Race Day

High-speed competition on the concrete track

Spirit Events

Team spirit and camaraderie competitions