Step 1: Review the challenge themes and prompts
Step 2: Register for the challenge here so that you will be able to receive updates and resources
Step 3: Choose your submission format and start drafting your vision
Step 4: Submit your entry by April 22, 2025 via email at TheEtobicokeVoice@gmail.com
Step 5: Stay tuned for updates and winner announcements on May 14, 2025
Who Can Participate?
Open to all Etobicoke residents
Three age categories:
Youth (15-18 years old)
Young Adults (19-29 years old)
Adults (30+ years old)
What We’re Looking For
Visionary ideas with real-world impact
Creative storytelling and innovative solutions
Community-focused approaches to problem-solving
Timeline
Feb 26 – Challenge Launch
April 22 – Submission Deadline
April 23 - May 13 – Judging & Review Period
May 14 – Winners Announced
Submission Formats
Written Proposals – Essays, reports, or policy briefs (up to 20 pages)
Visual Presentations – Infographics, slideshows, or data visualizations
Video Submissions – 3-5 minute pitch videos
Creative Storytelling – Fiction, letters from the future, or narrative-driven submissions
Community Engagement Plans – Campaign roadmaps and action plans