Posts by Camila

Her motivation was straightforward: newcomers deserved tools rooted in lived experience, not scattered links or informal chats. Many community members were navigating housing precarity, employment struggles, complex health systems, and immigration steps at once. Asya saw an opportunity to turn informal knowledge into something practical, accessible, and empowering. 

Victoria’s project provided meals and support for houseless community members in her church’s courtyard.

Nithya’s project brought together Toronto residents who felt unheard in conversations about major Metrolinx construction, creating joyful community gatherings while pushing for stronger consultation and safer pedestrian connections.

Robel’s project created a powerful cultural space for Ethiopian and Eritrean artists in Toronto, offering representation, pride, and community connection in a city where these traditions are often unseen.

Rignam’s project began as an effort to transform an unused hydro corridor in South Etobicoke into a meaningful outdoor gathering place for the Tibetan-Canadian community.

Mushtari’s project used public art and civic dialogue to create space for diasporic reflections on the July–August 2024 political uprising in Bangladesh, activating public space and sparking community conversation during a politically sensitive moment. 

Nneka’s project is a grassroots, Black-led initiative dedicated to supporting Black caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

Unseen Stars: Healing Crown Wards through Literary Arts & Performance was created to provide sacred and creative spaces for crown wards to gather, heal, and express themselves.

30 local leaders from Ontario have been selected to receive $5,000 in grant funding, leadership development training and peer-to-peer networking to implement their project idea through the Ontario Community Changemaker (OCC) program.

8 80 Cities is seeking applications for the 2025–2026 Ontario Community Changemakers program.