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Thirty Local Leaders from Ontario Selected As 2025 Ontario Community Changemakers
Thirty local leaders from Ontario have been selected to receive $5,000 in grant funding, leadership development training and peer-to-peer networking to implement their project idea through the Ontario Community Changemaker (OCC) program.
Powered by 8 80 Cities, this multi-generational leadership and micro-grant program is designed for people with bold ideas to activate public space, enhance civic engagement, and foster social inclusion in their communities. The 2025 program will run from October 2025 to October 2026, including a 2-day Studio in Toronto. Changemakers will have 12 months to implement their projects while receiving ongoing training and capacity building from the team at 8 80 Cities, as well as a network of local public space experts.