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The goal of the current project is for students to create resource kits that align with one of the five domains using the most current data from the Early Development Instrument (EDI) tool, while making connections to how the kit content fosters one of the four foundations in the Ministry of Education’s Pedagogical Framework "How Does Learning Happen?" The intent of the kits would be to aid educators in their ability to support quality programming, make connections to provincial and municipal...

The Social Services Department at Durham Region would like to simplify the complexity in searching for affordable rentals, specifically for seniors.

The intent of this project is to develop ideas to replace the fragmented list of unreliable resources Durham’s residents are currently relying on to find affordable housing.

This system promises to be very user-friendly for seniors and the technically challenged. Everyone searching for a rental unit should be able to utilize this tool to uncover...

Durham Region would like to conduct a review of comparable regional arts councils (e.g., York Region, Hamilton Region, Kingston area, Windsor area, etc.) and explore/research other innovative models (such as the City of Brampton’s experience setting up the Brampton Arts Organization) to see what supports and framework makes sense in Durham Region.

Host Department: CAO's Office

Type of Collaboration: Placement student

Anticipated Outcome: A review of comparable regional arts councils and innovative...

Durham Region would like to develop a community-populated database for Durham Region-based artists, creatives, arts organizations, venues, and events. This database will serve as a central hub for information sharing, networking, and promotion within the region.

Host Department: CAO's Office

Type of Collaboration: Upper-year group project

Anticipated Outcome: A database that is a first step for artists, creatives, organizations and municipalities to share information, connect and network, and...