Creating Places. Engaging Minds.
We are creating meaningful ways for youth to shape equitable and sustainable cities.
What We Do
Strategy + DesignWe are experts at engaging youth in the consultation and design phases of youth-facing projects and services for public and non-profit organizations.
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WorkshopsWe deliver city-building workshops for schools and youth organizations that focus on empathy.
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1UP ProgramWe enable high school students to lead their own community design-build projects by providing inspiration, leadership training, and project mentorship.
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News & Views
Our latest youth engagement events and stories.
Making Inclusive and Equitable Food Systems through Community Initiatives:Reflecting on the 2022 1UP Conference
Another year, another exciting and inspiring conference! The sixth annual 1UP Conference was held on March 13th for high school students aspiring to make a change in their communities and become future city builders.
Written by Lindsay Parsons, RUaPlanner team member & guest contributor |
The Accessibility Issues within Toronto
It’s easy for me to get around the city without much of a hassle by using public transport. But what about travellers with accessibility needs? The TTC’s transit system currently does not welcome travellers with accessibility needs. Going about the city, Toronto’s public transit continues to operate with inaccessibility and inadequate regulations.
Written by Jessica Yuan, 1UP Director of Technology
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Why are People Moving Out of the City Further and Further Away?
Have you ever wondered why people seem to always be moving out of the city to the suburbs? People seem to be getting further away from city centres and away from each other.
Written by Catherine Caetano-Macdonell, Urban Minds Outreach Coordinator
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for more stories from our Urban Minds and 1UP youth team.