Scarborough Walk of Fame 2026 Experience
Join the Scarborough Walk of Fame (SWOF) team in preparing for the 2026 celebration, a signature community event that honors outstanding individuals from Scarborough. This experience offers students the opportunity to apply their skills in event coordination, marketing, graphic design, and business administration/HR while working with a volunteer-led planning committee. Students will gain hands-on experience in organizing a large-scale event, supporting community engagement, and contributing to a high-impact celebration that brings Scarborough together. Across all projects, students will strengthen their professional skills by: Coordinating meetings, responding to inquiries, and supporting event logistics Creating marketing strategies and managing social media outreach Designing visual materials for digital and print promotion Assisting with administrative and HR functions, including invoices, schedules, and volunteer coordination Preparing presentation materials and reports for partners, sponsors, and stakeholders This is a collaborative, real-world experience where students can showcase their talents, develop professional portfolios, and make a lasting impact on a celebrated community event.
Sports Media Content Creation Experience
This experience offers learners the opportunity to apply their skills in content organization, video and photography capture, and media design within the dynamic field of sports media. Learners will utilize their knowledge of Adobe Suite products, particularly Premiere Pro and Photoshop, to produce high-quality media content. By working on real-world projects, learners will enhance their ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, collaborate effectively in teams, and solve creative challenges. This experience is designed to bridge classroom learning with practical application, providing valuable insights and connections within the sports media industry.
Event Coordination and Project Management
This experience is designed for learners specializing in Event Planning and Management, equipping them with practical skills to support industry professionals in executing successful events. Learners will apply their organizational, communication, and time management skills to real-world projects, enhancing their ability to coordinate logistics, manage communications, and ensure smooth event operations. By engaging in this practicum, learners will contribute to projects that require meticulous planning and execution, providing tangible benefits to participating companies.
Business Administration Experience
This experience offers learners the opportunity to engage with the dynamic environment of small business management, focusing on operational and business development activities. Learners will apply their knowledge of business administration to real-world projects, gaining hands-on experience in managing customer inquiries, vendor relations, and internal communications. By working directly with leadership teams, learners will develop skills in streamlining operations and supporting business growth, providing tangible benefits to participating companies.
Dynamic Digital Marketing for Fitness Communities
This experience is designed for learners to apply their digital marketing skills in a real-world setting, specifically within Toronto's vibrant fitness community. Learners will gain hands-on experience in content creation, social media management, and trend analysis, enabling them to support marketing efforts effectively. By working on projects that require capturing engaging content and managing social media interactions, learners will help enhance brand visibility and engagement for fitness-focused businesses.
Innovative Design and Coding Solutions
This experience is designed for students with a passion for design and coding, offering them the opportunity to tackle specific industry problems through innovative product solutions. Learners will apply their interdisciplinary skills to create practical and market-ready solutions, working collaboratively to co-own the resulting product. This program emphasizes real-world application, enabling students to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, ultimately benefiting participating companies by providing fresh perspectives and innovative solutions.
Website Builder
This experience is designed for learners with a blend of creative and technical skills, focusing on web design and development using the WIX platform. Participants will collaborate with industry professionals to create visually engaging and functional websites that showcase multimedia content. By applying their classroom knowledge, learners will develop websites that integrate video, audio, photography, and motion graphics, ensuring seamless navigation and user experience. This project-oriented approach allows learners to refine their skills in web design, user interface, and user experience, while providing tangible benefits to participating companies.
Motion Graphics Designer
This experience is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical application in the field of motion graphics design. Learners will apply their skills in visual artistry to create dynamic brand portfolios, focusing on animated logo treatments, font styling, and typography for both print and web. By engaging with real-world projects, learners will enhance their understanding of color schemes, animations, transitions, and legibility, delivering professional-grade branding solutions that meet industry standards.
Operational Efficiency Enhancement in Business Finance
This experience is designed for business finance students eager to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. Learners will engage with an innovative company to streamline business processes and operational structures, focusing on logistics and finance. By conducting comprehensive financial studies and analyses, students will provide strategic recommendations to improve operational efficiency. This collaboration allows learners to work closely with business leaders, offering fresh insights and actionable solutions to enhance company performance.
Shopify Web Application Development and Data Analytics Integration
This experience is designed for students with a keen interest in web application development and data analytics, focusing on the Shopify platform. Learners will apply their technical skills to create robust web applications that enhance e-commerce capabilities and integrate data analytics solutions. By collaborating with industry professionals, students will gain practical experience in developing applications that streamline business operations and provide valuable insights through data analysis.
Strategic Marketing Engagement
This experience offers industry professionals the opportunity to collaborate with marketing students who are eager to apply their strategic thinking and creativity to real-world challenges. Learners will engage in drafting marketing materials and participating in promotional activities, such as attending the Canada Outdoor Farm Show. By working on these projects, students will enhance their skills in branding, content creation, and outreach strategies, delivering tangible results that align with the company's marketing goals.
Financial and Process Optimization Experience
This experience is designed for learners who are developing skills in financial analysis and process improvement. Participants will apply their classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios by conducting thorough financial and process analyses for participating companies. They will provide actionable recommendations for improvements and compile their findings into a comprehensive business financial study. This experience allows learners to demonstrate their analytical capabilities while offering valuable insights to industry partners.
Occupational Health and Safety Project-Fall 2025 OHS 2897
Partner with students in the Occupational Health and Safety Management program as they explore ways to identify hazards, assess their severity by applying various assessment techniques and determine the likelihood they will cause harm. They will also review any available relevant documentation. Through a comprehensive risk assessment, students will evaluate the existing controls for effectiveness and make recommendations for appropriate corrective measures in the form of a detailed plan. The capstone project draws upon all other courses in the program to enable students to gain an experiential understanding of the real-life applications of occupational health and safety management in the workplace. Integrating the knowledge and skills gained in the program, students will assume the role of health and safety practitioners and inspect a workplace to assess and prioritize risks. List of requirements from the company: Pre-inspection contact interview (30 minutes) with the designated H&S prime (at your convenience) Access to the site for inspection Access to any previous H&S information records (past H&S inspection reports/recommendations, accident/injury reports, hazardous materials information (as appropriate) maintenance reports, safety training records, a copy of an existing floor plan of the facility and/or any other reports that would assist in better understanding the organizations current H&S practices, trends and issues Students would also require permission from their employer to identify, record, and take photographs of potential and actual hazards uncovered during the inspection. All students participating in the safety inspection will adhere strictly to all safety procedures and company policies. This includes the mandatory use of personal protective equipment within the facility.