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CASE STUDY Remixing Young Lives for Success
The Cause The Remix Project
The Contribution
$625,000 over several years plus TD volunteers
The Reason To help disadvantaged youth gain skills and experience that will assist them in finding meaningful employment.
Kim had always dreamed of a career in the world of film, but her aspirations of becoming a director seemed improbable. That is, until she discovered the Remix Project, a nine-month alternative educa- tion program in Toronto.
Formed in 2006, the free program serves 50 youth (aged 16–22) each semester in creative fields like music, photography, film, business and more. Remix partici- pants are incredibly talented but face barriers to employment. The Remix Project aims to level the playing field by providing a positive environment, hands-on experi- ences and the resources young people need to thrive, such as mentoring from professionals in their field.
Through the program Kim excelled, advancing her skills in film directing/ editing while having the chance to work with some big-name Toronto artists. She filmed an original script about post-partum psychosis, entitled “Baby Half Lie,” which went on to play at international film festivals and in 2013 won the ReelWorld Award for Outstanding Canadian Short Film.
This isn’t the Remix Project’s only success story. The program has served as a launching pad for some of Toronto’s most notable young urban talent. A recent evaluation showed that almost three- quarters of those who completed the program pursued further education or secured employment, work experience or an internship.
TD has worked with the Remix Project since its inception in 2006, reflecting our own passion about creating opportunities for young people. Remix’s results have been so impressive that in 2013 we pledged another $300,000 in support through to 2016, bringing our total contribution to date to $625,000. Local TD employees also volunteer at Remix facilities to teach life skills such as budgeting using the curriculum from United Way’s Financial Literacy Volunteer Program (another initiative supported by TD).
TD 2013 Corporate Responsibility Report
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