Principal

Nadia (they/them) is an urban planner, strategist and designer with expertise across sectors and industries on projects big and small. They are passionate about applying innovative methods to address urban and policy challenges through sound analysis, action, and recommendations for decision makers in government, private and nonprofit sectors. Nadia has led multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects from conception to implementation. Nadia is a member of the OCAD University Board of Governors.

Nadia’s clients have included: Canada Council for the Arts, City of Toronto (Children’s Services; Economic Development & Culture; Environment & Energy; Housing Secretariat; Parks, Forestry & Recreation; City Planning; Transportation Planning, Transportation Services, Toronto Office of Recovery and Rebuild; Solid Waste Management) Community Music School of Toronto, Evergreen, EY, KPMG, Marlin Spring, New Commons Development, OCAD University, Parks Canada, Robert McLaughlin Gallery, TAS, Toronto Arts Council, Town of Newmarket, Town of Whitby, WoodGreen Community Services, The Bentway, The Blue Mountains Attainable Housing Corporation, York Region, York Region Arts Council, Yonge Street Mission, Woodbine Entertainment Group.

Lead Project Manager

Hannah (she/her) is a senior project manager and strategic planner with 15 years of experience collaborating with city building organizations and renowned global brands. Specializing in process-building, operations and events, she supports clients through sustainable strategy, to achieve purpose-driven objectives.

Hannah has played a pivotal role high-profile events such as the World Economic Forum Urban Transformation Summit 2023 in Detroit, the Giants of Africa Festival 2023 in Kigali, Capital One Sapphire at Miami Art Week 2022, and multiple years of the Restaurants Canada Show in Toronto. Her expertise spans operations, logistics, and forecasting for large-scale consumer and trade shows, as well as outdoor festivals. She excels in creating and refining systems and engaging communities strategically.

Project Manager & Planner

Gelila (she/her) is a project manager and planner with a diverse background in public space research and planning, community engagement, and active transportation. Through her experience in the non-profit, municipal, and private sectors, Gelila has worked on various projects ranging from public realm plans, public art design development, and active transportation expansion projects. Using an intersectional approach and guided by my her keen interest in community placekeeping, she is interested in how community co-creation and intercultural collaboration can enhance public space and city-building practices.

Strategist

Helene (she/her) is a designer, researcher and strategist. She believes in taking a human-centred approach in all of her projects, shaped by her experience in visual design and education. Driven by curiosity and empathy, she uses interdisciplinary design methodologies to create impactful solutions.

Helene’s international experience, including time spent working in South Korea, Hong Kong and the UK, enriches her perspective, allowing her to bring a global view to her projects. Driven by curiosity and empathy, she uses interdisciplinary design methodologies to create impactful solutions that address complex challenges.

Junior Strategist + Facilitator

Gab (he/they) is passionate and specializes in fostering meaningful interpersonal connections and driving creative solutions. Known to excel in verbal communication, Gab leverages their creativity to implement strategies that resonate with diverse audiences.

Gab is currently studying Biology at Toronto Metropolitan University, where his research interests lie in microbiology and ecology. Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a deep desire to uncover the mysteries of life, Gab is dedicated to exploring the intricate relationships within ecosystems and the microscopic world. This blend of scientific curiosity and strategic thinking allows them to approach challenges with a holistic and innovative perspective.

Artist + Educator

Melanie Billark (she/her) is a multi-disciplinary Toronto-based artist, art educator, and community activator. Her personal practice draws attention to ecological issues both in the urban and global environment. Melanie works within local communities providing customized art education, lectures, workshops, consulting services, and program development. Melanie specializes in community based installation and activation projects that bring intergenerational community members together.

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Facilitator

Tyrell Gough, (known creatively as Thai Go), is a photographer and community builder who endeavours to celebrate and document Black and LGBTQIA2+ excellence through his creative practice and explore these communities that he represents. His work aims to spark conversation around representation and inclusion through intentional and creative community building. Tyrell seeks to create impactful connections that give insight into the lives of those who have been othered, and works to create safe and supportive collaborative spaces.