What is the Studio?
The Studio is a three-day program that will equip participants with the tools they need to begin implementing their community projects. Preference will be given to applicants who can participate for the full program on all three days -October 14, 23 and 24, 2026.
The OCC Orientation will be online, and the Toronto Studio will be held in-person. Travel, meals and accommodation will be provided to the successful applicants chosen for the 2026 program.
The Studio is planned with accessibility considerations in mind for the successful applicants.
There will be ongoing online touch points, workshops and skills building opportunities during the year of the program.
Are You Eligible?
Must be 19 years or over at the time of application.
Preference will be given to those who can attend all three days of the Studio.*
Applicants must reside in the Province of Ontario or in a First Nations Territory within the provincial boundary of Ontario during the time of project implementation.
Project must take place in the Province of Ontario or in a First Nations Territory within the provincial boundary of Ontario.
Applicants must propose a community project that activates public space, enhances civic engagement, and/or fosters social inclusion.
*The OCC Orientation will be held online on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The Toronto Studio will be held in-person over two full days on Friday, October 23 and Saturday, October 24, 2026 and will be held in-person. Travel, meals, and accommodation will be provided to the successful applicants chosen for the 2026 program.
*Read more about the studio here.