The 2023 conference theme is Reconnect:
How does it feel to finally drop off from a Zoom call and reconnect with the spaces and people around you? Reconnect is a dialogue between youth and city builders about how we renew our relationships with the land, transform existing spaces, and reimagine our transportation systems for a world that is entirely different from what we knew before. We will explore whether the changes we see in our towns and cities today are just a blip on the radar or the beginning of something more permanent. We will navigate what youth’s role as citizens is now and can be in this new future.
1UP Toronto Conference 2023 will feature:
Inspirational talks by movers and shakers in the fields of urban planning and architecture, art and design, engineering and technology, and community development
1UP School Chapters’ Demo presented by secondary school students to showcase their in-progress design-build community projects
A Design Jam where participants will work in teams to brainstorm, design, and prototype solutions for real life challenges affecting youth in urban communities
What's happening
-Design Jam team case competition + pitch with a cash prize of $300 and 3D printed trophies for the winning team
-Youth Power school chapter student demos
-Network with city building professionals
-Lunch + Snacks provided
-$5 Travel Reimbursement provided
What you'll leave with:
-Creative ideas and confidence to make your own mark
-Design Thinking process + problem solving tools for any project
-Opportunities to get involved in addressing real-world challenges
-Connections to Toronto's innovative leaders
Who is this conference for?
High school students aspiring to become city builders and community changemakers. If you're curious about urban planning and architecture, art and design, engineering and technology, and community development, or just want to get more involved outside of school, you're in the right place!
What do I need to know or bring?
Just an open mind to learn and create! No experience required. We'll be providing lunch, snacks, and conference gear. Invite your friends (please have them register here too), but don't worry about getting a team together for the Design Jam - we'll be organizing everyone into teams at the conference.
Accessibility
The venue is fully accessible. Please contact us at hello@urbanminds.co if you have any accessibility needs.