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Meet the MYTORONTO 2020 Round 1 Jury
For the first time ever, MYTORONTO has curated an online jury using a secure voting system created specifically for the program
The First MYTORONTO Photography Contest will be March 2, 2020!
New for this year, MYTORONTO will hold three photography contests featuring a new MYTORONTO app.
Big Changes for 2020
MYTORONTO is Going Digital and running 3 Times per year!
The MYTORONTO Creative Skills Workshops
Begin January 29, 2020!
Announcing the Winner of the MYTORONTO People's Choice Award 2019
Learn more about our winner and the winning photograph.
Presenting the MYTORONTO Creative Writing Contest July Winners
Read the writings inspired by this year's winning photos.
Order a 2020 Calendar and Greeting Cards
Support the MYTORONTO program by bringing home a snapshot of our city.
MYTORONTO
engages individuals who experience homelessness to show their perspectives of this city through the art of photography.
The project shines a light on the resilience of people who are often overlooked in our society.

MYTORONTO
engages individuals who experience homelessness to show their perspectives of this city through the art of photography.
The project shines a light on the resilience of people who are often overlooked in our society.

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The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest are here! Celebrate with us as we recognize the Top 16 winning photos from our second cohort:

Shayan, a mother of three living in Etobicoke, sees beauty in her children’s strength. “This is my newborn son - Here, he is holding onto his Dad’s hand. He is a part of us, life we brought into this world. He is my everything. Newborns are so precious, they don’t know anything yet, and are dependent on those around them. This is only his second day in the world, yet he is about to have surgery. He is a strong though and this is just the beginning for him.”

Congratulations to our winners!
#MakeItBeautiful #MYTO #PhotoContest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest are here! Celebrate with us as we recognize the Top 16 winning photos from our second cohort:

This photo, taken in Graffiti Alley in Downtown Toronto, features a 26-year-old gentleman with schizophrenia. “He had called for help and he’s not around anymore. Black lives need to stop being systematically oppressed and targeted. Equality and equity must be the goal. Without question, we must eradicate systematic white supremacy and anti-black racism.”

Congratulations to our winners!
#MakeItBeautiful #MYTO #PhotoContest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest are here! Celebrate with us as we recognize the Top 16 winning photos from our second cohort:

“Peaceful and calming” is how Lucie describes this photograph that was taken at Allen Gardens Park. “It was late at night and the reflection of the light on the pathway is what first caught my eye. There was a mysteriousness to the way in which the trees and light posts lined the pathway, which instantly drew me in. I noticed a person sleeping on the bench. While this person may have just been passing by, I hope it reminds others that changes can happen very quickly and that anybody can be touched by poverty.”

Congratulations to our winners!
#MakeItBeautiful #MYTO #PhotoContest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest are here! Celebrate with us as we recognize the Top 16 winning photos from our second cohort:

“My fiancé and I were walking to the Albion Mall in Etobicoke when we saw this raccoon,” exclaims Shayan. “At first glance, the raccoon looked to be chilling, but it was a really hot day, and we quickly realized he was exhausted. My fiancé brought the raccoon water, and as soon as he drank it, he was out of there. This experience showed me that animals feel the same things we do. We have no idea how long that raccoon was out there in need of water, but animals need water and basic essentials just like us.”

Congratulations to our winners!
#MakeItBeautiful #MYTO #PhotoContest #HappyThanksgiving

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest are here! Celebrate with us as we recognize the Top 16 winning photos from our second cohort:

“I have always been interested in underground spaces. I like to travel using the subway. I wanted to show an evolution of the subway,” says Bob, about his winning photo. “I think this photo represents beauty to me as it takes account of the fact that many people who are experiencing homelessness need to use public transit to get around the city. The fact that we can have safe, affordable and accessible transportation available is amazing.”

Congratulations to our winners!
#MakeItBeautiful #MYTO #PhotoContest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest are here! Celebrate with us as we recognize the Top 16 winning photos from our second cohort:

“I was walking near Sugar Beach and I saw a woman drumming in the scorching heat. When she took a break, I spoke about the project and she was happy to be photographed. I wanted to capture the importance of the movement, and the art of the drumming instead of the person drumming. I loved the colours of the drum. The person was adding a rhythm to the day.”

Murray says he was inspired by the MYTORONTO Winter contest participants, and seeing their experience with the program itself.

Congratulations to our winners!
#MakeItBeautiful #MYTO #PhotoContest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest are here! Celebrate with us as we recognize the Top 16 winning photos from our second cohort:

“In the past I would ask people to stop so that I can take a picture, these days I am more conscious that people are on edge.” This photo, Bob says, represents the beauty that is found below the ground. In the future, he hopes that people will spend more time outdoors, finding the places where his photos are taken.

Congratulations to our winners!
#MakeItBeautiful #MYTO #PhotoContest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest

The winners of the Summer 2020 #MYTORONTO contest are here! Celebrate with us as we recognize the Top 16 winning photos from our second cohort:

Buster and Stella, pictured above, are siblings, "they’re my friend’s dogs and we hang out quite a bit." Rowena, the photographer, says, “I was holding the camera and Lester (front) tilts his head when he's curious, and then Stella (back), the one in the back, was like, 'why are you talking to him, why aren’t you talking to me?' It’s always about Stella.” She says animals are very intuitive, "Looking at their faces, it’s like sometimes they know what you are thinking.”

Congratulations to our winners!
#MakeItBeautiful #MYTO #PhotoContest

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MyToronto 2020 Jury – Round 1

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What is MYTORONTO

The MYTORONTO program provides people affected by homelessness and poverty an opportunity to engage in artistic expression, make meaningful connections, learn new skills and gain extra income. Pre-order your 2020 MYTORONTO calendar and greeting cards below. Thank you for your support!

When is MYTORONTO?

There are several key dates throughout the project for MYTORONTO photography contest participants. Please check this site for updates.

MYTORONTO Jury Selection

June 2019

MYTORONTO Public Vote

July 8-15, 2019

MYTORONTO Exhibit

Sept. 18-22, 2019

Pre-order a 2020 Calendar and Greeting Cards

Visit the Store

Photo: Steve Tissenbaum

Our Partners

Presenting Sponsors

Jodi and Jason Chapnik

Co-Founders

Program Partners

Calendar Page Sponsors

Evelyn Levine and Family
Molly Shainfarber and Effi Gold
Nani and Austin Beutel
Robert and Ellen Eisenberg
Shirley Granovsky
The Kimel Family

Out of Home Media Sponsors

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