STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) Design, which is an experiential learning initiative with and equity focus. The learners participate in interactive sessions led by researchers, graduate students, and practitioners to broaden their understandings of academic and career pathways available within health sciences. This program is for students facing systemic barriers, including those from […]
The aim of the program is to encourage students who come from communities historically underrepresented at U of T and post-secondary institutions to view post-secondary education as a viable destination. Grade 11 and 12 students complete a co-op placement at U of T and participate in first year classes, experiential learning and campus life. They […]
The Millie Rotman Shime Academic Bridging Program offers an opportunity for those who do not meet the academic requirements for admission to the University of Toronto to qualify for Honours Bachelor of Arts or Honours Bachelor of Science degree programs in the Faculty of Arts & Science. When students successfully complete the Academic Bridging Program, […]
The Hart House Outdoor Leadership Program is a unique and exciting weekend adventure that brings together a small group of teens who are ready to learn and grow. This is the perfect low-stakes environment for youth to build their confidence in the outdoors – and within themselves. Through team building, outdoor adventures at the Hart […]
The Hart House A/V Tech Mentorship Program provides youth the opportunity to gain practical experience with different careers in the audio/visual field while being paid for their commitment. Audio-Visual (AV) technicians set up, operate, and maintain multimedia equipment for events.Prioritizing QTBIPOC, women, low-income, precariously housed, and/or disabled youth who are 16-18 years old, this program […]
The Hart House Group Fitness Mentorship Program provides youth the opportunity to become certified fitness instructors while being paid for their commitment. Prioritizing QTBIPOC, low-income, precariously housed, disabled, and/or Muslim youth who are at least 18 years old, this program also works to change the face of the group fitness industry from the ground up.In […]
A program that aims to help high school-aged youth strengthen their leadership skills by taking on key roles in an advisory council setting. Similar to a Hart House Club or Committee, youth get to guide their own activities – designing and executing projects relating to their interests – and build genuine connections along the way.Members […]
The KUUMBA E.S.T.E.A.M. Conference is a full day of inspirational discussions, activities, and workshops held for Grade 7 & 8 Black female students in partnership with the Peel District School Board. The conference welcomes around 400 participants annually for over 50 workshops/activities.
Individuals from racialized and marginalized groups remain significantly underrepresented in psychology research at all stages, which becomes particularly evident at the graduate and faculty level. The Summer Psychology Research Initiative (SPRINT) is a free, trainee-led high school program in the Department of Psychology that aims to provide racialized students an opportunity to learn about a […]
Blueprint is an academic enrichment program designed for highly motivated Black students interested in science and engineering. Blueprint is open to Canadian students currently in Grades 10 and 11, and are interested in careers in STEM (Science, Technology Engineering and Math). The program consists of four weeks of summer programming followed by a program of […]