LOFT: Graffiti Arts Documentary

For their documentary project LOFT worked with local artists to
document live performances by underserved youth working with hip-hop in all
elements of the tradition (MC, DJ, breakers and writers). Participants used the footage to create music videos and documentaries. LIFT provided facilities, equipment and mentorship for the project. The short
documentaries are disseminated as DVDs towards fundraising for Christie
Ossington Neighbourhood House arts education projects.

Life Opportunities Food
and Technology (LOFT)

Initiated in 2001, the LOFT,
which was developed in consultation with and in response to the expressed
interests of local youth, aims to address youth issues and concerns in the
Christie Ossington community through meaningful youth engagement and community
development.

Among its goals, the LOFT
provides opportunities for marginalized community youth (16 to 24 years)
including, newcomer and immigrant youth, out-school youth, street-involved
youth and youth with a previous criminal history, to develop skills integral to
employment and education success while supporting their development as
community citizens.

Christie Ossington
Neighbourhood Centre

Founded in 1994, The
Christie Ossington Neighbourhood Centre is a multi-service organization located
in Toronto’s West end providing community based programming for everyone. We
welcome all demographics, social classes, status, genders and gender
identifications, ages, as well we provide exceptional programming for
high-needs children, youth-at-risk, homeless men and women, newcomers, as well
as other vulnerable community members from diverse religious and ethno-cultural
backgrounds.

Starting: Monday 1 June 2009 00:00

Non Members: n/a

Members: n/a

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