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How might we use the power and platform of the Atiba Hutchinson Soccer Tournament to ignite a “Get Social” movement—where thousands of young people drive change around youth mental health, inclusion, and community belonging through the lens of sport? AH13 Foundation
How might we design innovative programming and spaces at the Atiba Hutchinson Sports Park in Brampton that set a new global benchmark for social connection, wellness, and empowerment for people of all ages—with an operational/revenue model that ensures long-term financial sustainability and community impact? Fusion Sports Parks Inc.
How can storytelling through art and digital media be used as tools to support advocacy, programming, and fundraising efforts for youth in the Black Creek community, to aid them in overcoming systemic obstacles and support health and wellbeing? Black Creek Youth Initiative
How can a small, youth-led organization leverage AI to work more effectively to carry out their mission of supporting youth in the Black Creek community? Black Creek Youth Initiative
How can local communities generate renewable energy systems to empower their own sustainable and resilient futures? Engage
How might we enhance the integration of immersive conservation experiences into post-secondary education in order to strengthen awareness of sustainable living practices as well as career pathways in conservation? Headwaters Wilderness
How might Canada reduce its indirect support for forced labour and child slavery in global supply chains by strengthening corporate accountability and targeted government policy? International Justice Mission
How might we roll out a sustainable, technology-based healthcare system that reduces environmental impact while improving access and enhancing patient usability from underserved communities? Masterly
How might we create an inclusive and accessible space at York's campuses to strengthen relationships between York and the surrounding community? Open Architecture Collaborative Canada
How might we turn the Pickering College farm into a living classroom that fosters intergenerational learning around food, climate, and sustainability? Pickering College
How might we pilot a community-based car-sharing system that serves York University’s multi-residential and commuter populations, and that can be extended to other similar communities? RideAlike
How might we engage primary, secondary and post-secondary students in peer-to-peer fundraising efforts for a Canada-wide non-profit organization that mitigates food insecurity while lowering food waste? Second Harvest Canada
How might we support students who need to increase their base income during times of financial constraints? Student Counselling, Health & Wellbeing
How might we increase financial literacy for students at York University? Student Counselling, Health & Wellbeing
How might we better integrate AI and other emerging tech solutions in the workplace in ways that protect employee wellbeing, privacy, and security, while minimizing environmental impacts? TD Bank Group
How might we revitalize public spaces in downtown Stouffville to be not only beautiful, but inclusive, safe, and resilient for everyone, including youth, seniors, long-standing business owners, and new entrepreneurs, while activating public spaces in ways that bring people together, encourage foot traffic, and reflect our local identity? Town of Whitchurch-Stoufville
How might we accelerate the adoption of modern technologies (such as AI and IoT) to enhance the culture of safety within the trucking industry by, for example, identifying and removing barriers to adoption, improving public and industry confidence in technological solutions, while demonstrating value (financial, social, and political) to the industry and other stakeholders? Quantuity Analytics
Section A: How might Toronto’s Ravine Strategy adapt to
support a growing population that is projected to increase by 1 million by 2050?
Project Partners: GHD and City of Toronto (Parks and Recreation and Environment, Climate and Forestry)
TEAM 1: Community Roots: Youth Leadership & Local Engagement
TEAM 2: Bridging Transit and Nature for GTA Newcomers
TEAM 4: Living Libraries: Ravine Story Hubs. Environmental and Cultural Education Through Community Storytelling
TEAM 5: GreenGuide: Transforming Access and Navigation in Rowntree Mills Park
TEAM 6: Health Equity and Engagement: Thorncliffe’s Digital Passport
Section B: How might we support Reena to strengthen its sustainability journey by (1) designing sustainability efforts that create lasting behaviour change, (2) designing inclusive strategies to engage staff, residents, and the wider community with the SDGs, and (3) developing effective ways to measure and communicate impact across energy, waste, and community engagement aligned with the SDGs?
Project Partners: Reena
TEAM 7: Internet of Greens: Accessible Technology for Sustainable Growing—for GReena
TEAM 9: From Fragmentation to Flow: Designing an Integrated Digital Ecosystem for Reena
TEAM 10: Opening Spaces, Opening Minds: Where Connection Leads to Understanding
TEAM 11: Breaking Down Barriers for Better Recycling and Community Care at Reena
TEAM 12: Bright Choices: A Behavior-Based, Gamified Approach to Reducing Energy Waste at Reena
Section C: How might we co-create meaningful
improvements to the lives of youth impacted by the many facets of homelessness?
Project Partners: Horizons for Youth, Youth Without Shelter and York University Community Safety
TEAM 13: Youth Homelessness in Toronto: PathForward Peer Mentor Bridge Program
TEAM 14: Visible Voices: Raising Awareness of Youth Homelessness Through Art in Partnership with Horizons for Youth
TEAM 15: Point A: A Youth Informed, Bilingual Resource Hub
TEAM 16: Recovery in Motion: A Trauma-Informed Mobile Therapy Van for Substance-Using Youth
TEAM 17: Neighbourhood Table: Addressing Youth Food Insecurity Through Sustainable Community Solutions
Sections A and B: Given that time in nature can improve mental health, how mich Jack Chapters leverage natural spaces in their community to improve mental health?
Project Partners: Jack.org and TRCA
Section C: How might we develop parks and open spaces within The Hangar District at YZD that foster joy, connection, and encourage a sense of togetherness for current and future generations?
Project Partners: Northcrest Developments (YZD)