Future Designers and Creators Initiative 2026

The Future Designers and Creators Initiative is a funding program established to support Indigenous youth participation in the 2026 Archi North Summer Camp hosted by the McEwen School of Architecture in Sudbury. The Summer Camp is an opportunity to explore architecture, design, planning, and related creative fields through hands-on learning experiences. Funding for this initiative is being provided through the Transportation Safety and Technology Science (TSTS) Hub Indigenous Participation Plan (IPP). The funding is intended to help reduce financial barriers for Indigenous youth interested in participating in the Archi North Summer Camp. Within approved funding limits, available supports are valued at up to $3,000+ applicable HST per participant/chaperone group.

Funding is available to support up to 10 Indigenous youth from across Canada to participate.

Available funding may support costs related to registration, travel, accommodations, and meals within approved funding limits. Additional supports may also be explored on a case-by-case basis to help reduce barriers to participation.

Who Can Apply?

Applicants interested in exploring architecture, design, planning, or related creative fields must:

• Identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis)
• Be entering Grade 11 or Grade 12 in September 2026
• Be able to attend the full five-day camp session

If selected to receive funding to attend the Archi North Summer Camp, both the student and parent/legal guardian will be notified by email. Selected participants must confirm attendance within three (3) business days by email or phone using the contact information noted.