2023 Student Award Winners

Winner: Russell Banfield-Vizcarrondo,
George Brown College

Educator Support: Paul Haslip

Project: Doldrums: A Trip Through History 
The project aimed to create an engaging educational initiative on African American history for a younger audience. Typography, particularly hand-done calligraphy inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat, played a pivotal role. The use of dip pens and Winsor & Newton Indian ink added an artistic touch and imagery complemented the typography, ensuring a cohesive visual experience. The fonts are bold and striking for easy readability and to engage the target demographic effectively.

Honourable Mentions:

• Cevat Arda Cem, Humber College
• Haley Desilets, Algonquin College
• Daria Khazova, George Brown College
• Rachel Lu, Capilano University
• Daniel Shui, OCAD University
• Jenn Stewart, OCAD University

Judges:

• Phil Mondor RGD, Partner and Creative Director at Studio Locale, Kitchener, ON
• Nick Monteleone, Principal at 52 Pick-up, Toronto, ON
• Virginia Quist RGD, Senior Creative Designer at the Alberta Retired Teachers' Association, Edmonton, AB
• Henry Slaughter RGD, Principal at Henry Slaughter Design Studio, Vancouver, BC
• Andrea Van der Ree, Design Director of OK Dave, Vancouver, BC
• Fe Wyma RGD, Senior Creative Designer at Kapwa Design + Communicatons, Windsor, ON

Winner: Nina Hidaka Student RGD,
George Brown College

Educator Support: Raj Grainger RGD

Winning Project: OKI Donut Shop
The OKI Donut Shop logo introduces traditional Okinawan pastries to the North American coffee and pastry market with a design that exudes happiness and approachability. It blends Japanese and Okinawan cultures, using a round logo resembling the Japanese flag and a smiling donut to convey joy. The "OKI" acronym, containing "OK," adds positivity. The red and white colors signify vitality and purity. This versatile design extends to packaging, wrapping, stamps, menus, and social media to create a cohesive in-store and out-store experience.

 

Honourable Mentions:

• Rachel De Freitas, Wilson School of Design
• Hannah Feir & Lisa Visscher, University of the Fraser Valley
• Ema Hadzimustafic, Algonquin College
• Alba Palomar Robisco, Capilano University
• Nat Rozmarniewich, Vancouver Island University
• Tri Nguyen, Sami Anguaya & Tommy Brennan, Algonquin College

Judges:

• Ania Czupajlo RGD, Brand Designer & Content Creator, Toronto, ON
• Brandon Fordham, Senior Designer at Studio123, Sudbury, ON
• Marin Hudson RGD, Partner + Creative Director at Kitestring, Hamilton, ON
• Johnathon Strebly, Chief Operating Officer, Client Services, at Tomorrow Creative Services, Vancouver, BC
• Andrew Terwissen RGD, VP, Design & Creative at Arnold Street Media, Toronto, ON
• Dzung Tran RGD, Lead Designer at Bounteous, Toronto, ON

Winner: Teagan Ruttimann Student RGD

Winning Project: The Fear Series: Short Stories on Horror 
The book design for the Fear Series replicates classic literature publication styles and creatively adapts them to the theme of fear. It achieves this by strategically incorporating materials, images and layouts that evoke an unsettling atmosphere without deviating too far from conventional design elements.

Honourable Mentions:

• Hunter Cairns, MacEwan University
• Gisoo Kang, Seneca College
• Rachel Lu, Capilano University
• Jennifer Sutherland, Centennial College
• Caroline Zhang, Capilano University

Judges:

• Eugene Artista RGD, Director of Creative Solutions at Artista Design & Print, Niagara Falls, ON
• Graham Huber, Manager, Marketing and Communications, Full-Time MBA at Rotman School of Management, Toronto, ON
• Susan Yang RGD, Principal & Creative Director at Padometric Studio, Toronto, ON

Winner: Kendra Legault

Educator Support: Kristine Do

Project: Re-Orient
Re-Orient is a series of booklets aiming to educate designers about Chop Suey fonts' impact on the East-Asian diaspora and cultural representation. It prompts designers to reflect on biases and the influence of design choices. The booklets employ stereotypical visual elements inspired by Chinese restaurant menus and medicine packaging, facilitating immediate recognition. As readers engage with the content, they're led to question their initial biases, fostering awareness and critical thinking among designers.

Honourable Mentions:

• Russell Banfield Vizcarrondo, George Brown College
• Alex Chen, Sheridan College
• Matteo Ferralasco, Wilson School of Design
• Tri Nguyen, Algonquin College
• Bella Sanchez, Wilson School of Design
• Jennifer Sutherland, Centennial College
• Rowan Wright, Emily Carr University of Art + Design

Judges:

• Christine Caruso, Senior Associate, Strategy & Content at Context Creative, Toronto, ON
• Monique Gamache, Design Director at Matter, Calgary, AB
• Matthew Johnson, Creative Director at Monday Creative, Vancouver, BC
• Raphael Maturine, Graphic Designer & Creative Strategiest at ruckus digital, Pickering, ON
• Deb von Sychowski, Creative Director / Co-Founder at Patch Design, Newmarket, ON
• Carlos Weisz, Lead Motion Designer & Video Editor at Filter Agency, Toronto, ON

Winners (Tie): Émilie Lévesque, Université Laval & Teagan Ruttimann, Conestoga College

Émilie's Project: Archives Magazine

Educator Support: Amélie Côté, Maude Bouchard, Louise Paradis

Archives magazine design employs canvas covers and pin binding to transform print magazines, making them less ephemeral and disposable. With an aim to revive interest in print publications, the design coveys the concept through the interplay of textual and iconographic content, creating an engaging and appealing reading experience that invites readers to appreciate the magazine's enduring value.

Teagan's Project: The Fear Series: Short Stories on Horror

Educator Support: Molly Hill RGD, Mike Powell RGD, John Baljkas

The book design for the Fear Series replicates classic literature publication styles and creatively adapts them to the theme of fear. It achieves this by strategically incorporating materials, images and layouts that evoke an unsettling atmosphere without deviating too far from conventional design elements.

Honourable Mentions:

• Hunter Cairns, Grant MacEwan University
• Camila de Araujo, George Brown College
• Caroline Lambert, Université Laval
• Patricia Marinay, George Brown College
• Jasmine Silang, George Brown College
• Raven Sommerhalder, York University
• Neo-Aldwin Torres, Seneca College

Judges:

• Seowon Bang RGD, Senior Designer at eBay, Toronto, ON
• Roland Basdeo, Digital & Graphic Designer at Domtar, Fort Mill, SC
• Giulia Bonforte RGD, Senior Graphic Designer at Burrard Properties, Vancouver, BC
• Zoë Boudreau, Designer at Rethink, Toronto, ON
• Raymond Cheah RGD, Art Director & Graphic Designer, Toronto, ON
• Peter Elima Associate RGD, Designer at Overhaul Media, Edmonton, AB
• Gillian Goldie RGD, Creative Director at Ginger, Saint John, NB
• Jeff Kulak, Affiliate Member, Senior Designer at Science World, Vancouver, BC
• Viv McCarley, Art Director at Sid Lee, Toronto, ON
• Karen Ng-Hem RGD, President & Creative Director at KAREN NG-HEM INC, Toronto, ON
• Nicole Vallée RGD, Managing & Creative Director at Domino Creative, Victoria, BC
• Sara Wong Associate RGD, Senior Designer at The Office of Gilbert Li, Toronto, ON

Winners: Hanseul Jo, Maria Zaina, Khanh Ma, Jessica Acevedo, Langara College

Educator Support: Scot Geib, Joseph Gallaccio

Project: Raised in Chinatown Exhibit for the Chinatown Storytelling Centre

The exhibit aims to engage visitors in the stories being told at the Chinese Storytelling Centre, fostering a sense of collective narrative continuity throughout the exhibition. It celebrates Chinese Canadian youth from the 1910s to the 1960s, highlighting their identity, resilience and vibrancy. The approach avoids Chinese stereotypes, focusing on the unique experiences of Chinese Canadians while embracing community celebration.

Honourable Mentions:

• JJ Eng & Samantha Yeung, Capilano University
• Mariane Gondim, Humber College
• Julian Krizsan, NSCAD University
• Cali Martin, Wilson School of Design
• Fatema Siamwala, LaSalle College

Judges:

• Jen Cook, Creative Director at Science World, Vancouver, BC
• Logan Brazeau RGD, Director, Communication Strategies at Lett Architects, Peterborough, ON
• Jacqueline Tang, Creative Director at Entro, Toronto, ON

Winners (Tie): Rita Zhan, Jersey Stuart, Shriya Mujumdar, Nina Le, York University & Natalie Zuk, Conestoga College

Rita, Jersey, etc.'s Project: here:after

here:after is a journaling app that aids users in documenting their emotions and experiences efficiently, especially for those with limited time for self-reflection. It emphasizes revisiting past entries and encourages afterthought documentation. The design presents an uplifting, friendly and simple tone, reflected in its minimalistic colour, typography, iconography and layout.

Natalie's Project: THRIVE

Thrive is an inclusive and AODA compliant app, offering plant care support through tracking, personalized schedules, informative content and buying/selling options. The design seeks to boost user engagement and retention by employing design psychology and dark UX patterns, while prioritizing functionality and branding. With focus in UX, the design incorporates colour psychology with simple design and intuitive navigation for diverse set of users.

Honourable Mentions:

• Emma Heckman & Joanne Cuevas, Capilano University
• Jennifer Huynh, York University
• Elias Lemke, Wilson School of Design
• Brooklyn Louis, Conestoga College
• Theo Odrach, George Brown College

Judges:

• Nick Caswell, Senior UX Designer at Forge Media, Toronto, ON
• Magued Hanna RGD, UX & Design Consultant at Magued Hanna & Associates, Toronto, ON
• Genevieve Metropolis RGD, User Experience Manager at Shopify Toronto, ON
• Daniel Szilagyi RGD, Freelance UX/UI Designer, Vancouver, BC
• Rhiannon Wyatt, Senior UX/UI Designer at Believeco, Halifax, NS

Winners (Tie): Nathan Leung, George Brown College & Nicole Zohorsky, George Brown College

Nathan's Project: And Also

Branding a Space for Conversion Therapy Survivors & Unopened 

The branding for 'And Also', a community supporting queer youth who have survived conversion therapy, challenges harmful, non-affirming environments. Through playful typography and vibrant colours, it aims to shift survivor experiences towards a more inclusive community that celebrates diverse sexualities, identities and gender expressions. A brand book and an outreach package featuring a zine and pamphlet were also designed.

Nicole's Project: Branding a Space for Conversion Therapy Survivors & Unopened 

Branding a Space for Conversion Therapy Survivors & Unopened 

Unopened is an educational kit designed to assist teenagers during their adolescent years. Inspired by the concept of "Open when..." letters, it provides reliable information in a segmented and customizable format, making it more personalized. The kit includes 16 envelopes, informative brochures and a reflection journal. The kit equips teens to learn and navigate through their teen years, with prompts for guidance.

Honourable Mentions:

• Rachel De Freitas, Wilson School of Design
• Natasha Lee, Vylan Tran, Tina Ganguly, Yu Husan (Megan) Lo & Huy Anh (Alex) Quoc Nguyen, Capilano University
• Mason Stargratt, Cambrian College
• Cassie Valenzuela Poon, Carmen Huang & Liza Borissova, Capilano University
• Ingrid Wong, York University

Judges:

• Andrew Boardman RGD, Creative Director at Mangrove Web Development, Winnipeg, MB
• Matthew Cabaj, Creative Director at Kulin, London, ON
• Meghan D'Mello RGD, Senior Graphic Designer at Plan International Canada, Toronto, ON
• Mariana Fernandez, Visual Design Lead at Pinnguaq, Lindsay, ON
• Alison Garnett, Creative Director, Founder at Field Trip & Co, Toronto, ON
• Emerald Lee RGD, Art Director at Gravity, Toronto, ON
• Leigh McGlone, Owner & Creative Director at Left Meets Right Creative Co., Halifax, NS
• Laura Prpich RGD, Creative Director at Caribou Creative, Courtenay, BC
• Kelly Small RGD, Founder and Chief Creative Officer (CCO) at Intents & Purposes Inc., Toronto, ON

Winner: Ellie Kim, Wilson School of Design

Project: Brewed In Tune Series

The Brewed In Tune Series is a beer mixer pack that caters to music and beer enthusiasts, celebrating the strong connection between the two. It utilizes bold, vibrant colours, retro graphics, and patterns reminiscent of the 70s, with each flavour drawing inspiration from a music genre, reflected in its colour combination. The packaging creates a multi-sensory experience, blending beer taste, visuals and music bringing people together.

Honourable Mentions:

• Haley Greene, Natalie Grakovski & Mitch Lowes, Humber College
• FoodShare by Gisoo Kang, Seneca College
• Jasmine Silang, George Brown College
• Alli Thompson, Conestoga College
• Nicole Zohorsky, George Brown College

Judges:

• Yen Chu RGD, Creative Director & Graphic Designer, Freelance, Toronto, ON
• Shane Collier RGD, Associate Digital Art Director at Evolving Web, Montreal, QC
• Timothy Jones RGD, President & Creative Director at banfield.agency, Ottawa, ON
• Nanistya Martohardjono RGD, Chief Creative Officer at Haft2, Toronto, ON
• Lin Oosterhoff RGD, Associate Creative Director at Funday, Canmore, AB
• Caitlin Wharton RGD, Founder & Creative Director at Studio Millie, Portland, OR

Winners: Khadija Bari, Kenny Khuu, Joey Wong Student RGD, York University

Educator Support: Borzu Talaie

Project: Refill: Custom Automations for Your Personal Healthcare Experience

Refill is a user-friendly app tailored for individuals needing to manage medications regularly, with a particular focus on accommodating a diverse demographic through accessible and intuitive design. The app simplifies the challenges of prescription medication tracking and care management by incorporating automation features, including alerts to healthcare providers, integration with fitness devices and customizations for individual needs. The design prioritizes UX and accessibility, making it easy for all users.

Honourable Mentions:

• Chloe Anna Student RGD, MacEwan University
• Cassandra de Vries, Alberta University of Arts
• Arash Nouri Student RGD, Sheridan College
• Theo Odrach Student RGD, George Brown College
• Bella Sanchez Student RGD, Wilson School of Design

Judges:

• Diana Campbell RGD, Senior Manager, Digital Strategy and Governance at Alberta Blue Cross, Edmonton, AB
• Ben Hagon RGD, President of Intent, Toronto, ON/Halifax, NS
• Josh Skinner RGD, Senior Product Designer at Loop, Toronto, ON

Winner: Christopher Brown, Conestoga College

Educator Support: John Baljkas, Molly Hill RGD, Mike Powell RGD

Project: Nocturnal

The project's goal was to craft a convincing title sequence for a fictional TV show, making it seem real. This was achieved by constructing a storyline featuring a 1940s detective and developing design, imagery and motion to communicate the narrative to the audience. Stylistic choices, like a film noir and Saul Bass-inspired aesthetics, played a crucial role in conveying the show's tone and setting effectively.

Award Sponsor: Modern Design Academy; School:  Kitchener, ON; 

Honourable Mentions:

• Tri Nguyen, Sami Anguaya & Tommy Brennan, Algonquin College
• Charles-Antoine Boudreault, Audréanne Côté, Sarah Dandois, Annie Pépin, India Tanguay Doucet & Sarah Dandois, Université Laval
• Jiachen Wang, George Brown College
• Alison Koo, Celina Zhong Student RGD, Capilano University

Judges:

• Theodore Daley, Freelance Art Director & Creative Director, New York, NY
• Aidan Searle RGD, Co-Founder of hood+searle, Halifax, NS
• Ashlea Spitz RGD, Chief Creative Officer at Modern Design Academy, Vancouver, BC

Winner: Michelle Tieu, York University

Educator Support: Darren Wilson, Angela Norwood RGD

Project: Women and Societal Progression Data Visualization

An interactive website was developed to present the Women and Societal Progression data in the UN's Sustainable Development Goals General Report 2021 with a focus on tracking relevant indicators. Each table is designed to contextualizes and reorganizes the information to highlight trends and the filters allow users to delve into specific intricacies of data.

Honourable Mentions:

• Angelica Blanch, Capilano University
• Kala Brownlee, Emily Carr University of Art + Design
• Justin Chiu, York University
• Paige Currie, Centennial College
• Catriona Nguyen, York University

Judges:

• Kris Atterbury RGD, Specialist, Production & Design, at the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer, Toronto, ON
• Tara Kerner RGD, Acting Director, Graphic Communications at Government Communications & Public Engagement Department of BC, Victoria, BC
• Brenda Little RGD, Senior Designer at Pivot Design, Toronto, ON
• Stephanie Strawbridge RGD, Communication Designer at Government of Nova Scotia, Halifax, NS
• Lulu Tanenbaum, Senior Data Visualization Designer at Northbridge Financial Corporation, Calgary, AB

Winners (Tie): Nathan Leung George Brown College & Celina Zhong, Capilano University, 

Project by Nathan Leung: And Also

Educator Support: Kristine Do

The branding for 'And Also', a community supporting queer youth who have survived conversion therapy, challenges harmful, non-affirming environments. Through playful typography and vibrant colours, it aims to shift survivor experiences towards a more inclusive community that celebrates diverse sexualities, identities and gender expressions. A brand book and an outreach package featuring a zine and pamphlet were also designed.

School: Toronto, ON; 

Project by Celina Zhong: Branding a Space for Conversion Therapy Survivors & Soya Fusion

Educator Support: Dominique Walker

With an aim to invite people to try new things, the branding for Soya Fusion sauces integrates Chinese culture with vegan ingredients, offering an approachable and distinctive experience. By prioritizing interactive designs that are memorable, the branding creates an experience that is meaningful.

Honourable Mentions:

• Camille Clores, Wilson School of Design
• Sarah Dandois, Université Laval
• Gisoo Kang, Seneca College
• Alison Koo, Capilano University
• Garrett Poon, Alberta University of Arts
• Sarah Tan, Wilson School of Design
• Sol Yoon, Capilano University

Judges:

• Jon Allison RGD, Founder & Creative Director at Backcountry Branding, Kingston, ON
• Ross Chandler RGD, Creative Director at Becoming Design Office Ltd, Victoria, BC
• Tejashri Kapure RGD, VP, Executive Creative Director at Q30 Design, Toronto, ON
• Claire Blair, Senior Graphic Designer at Earls Restaurants, Vancouver, BC
• Aleksandra Gniazdowska, Founder & Principal Designer at o2Creative, Ottawa, ON
• Donna Graffi-Smith RGD, Associate Creative Director at Deloitte Canada, Vancouver, BC
• Tony Hird RGD, Creative Director & Partner at Here Be Monsters, Vancouver, BC
• Adnan Huseinovic RGD, Associate Design Director at DDB Canada, Edmonton, AB
• Jordan Jackson Associate RGD, Creative Director & Founder at VERNON Studio, Toronto, ON
• Amelia Nash RGD, Founder & Principal Designer at Amelia Nash Design, New York, NY
• Helena Ng RGD Founder & Creative Director at Helena Ng Design Toronto, ON
• Vince Rozas, Director, Design & Production at Sinai Health Foundation, Toronto, ON

Winner: Sandra Dammizio, OCAD University

Educator Support: Stuart Werle

Project: OddPop Packaging Design

"OddPop" is a healthy alternative to sugary drinks, featuring carbonated flavoured coconut water sweetened with imperfect fruits. The concept aims to reduce children's sugar intake and combat food waste. Its unique packaging design incorporates interactive, stackable elements to engage kids, utilizing eco-friendly aluminum cans. The tagline "Not Your Average Fruit" and artistic fruit graphics, combined with informative dielines, create a distinctive, eco-conscious product.

Honourable Mentions:

• Hailey Luong, York University
• Cali Martin, Wilson School of Design
• Garrett Poon, Alberta University of Arts
• Raven Sommerhalder, York University
• Ethan Woronko, Capilano University
• Caroline Zhang, Capilano University
• Celina Zhong, Capilano University

Judges:

• Don Cleland, Brand Director & Co-Founder at Pendo, Vancouver, BC
• Amanda DeVries RGD, Creative Director & Owner at Eye Candy Design, St. Thomas, ON
• Ellen Evered, Senior Graphic Designer at SLD, Toronto, ON
• Ashe Green RGD, Designer/Creative Director at Ashe Green Design, Charlottetown, PEI
• Yurko Gutsulyak RGD, Owner, Art Director & Designer at Gutsulyak.Studio, Toronto, ON
• Irina Khvalova RGD, Principal at Colourphill.com, Toronto, ON
• Simon Laliberté, Fondateur & Director de Création + Sérigraphe chez BangBang, Montreal, QC
• Alyssa McAuley, Art Director at Believeco, Calgary, AB
• David Nuff RGD, Head of Product Design at Oneshot.earth, New York, NY
• Gary Oakley, Creative Director at SLD, Toronto, ON
• Jennifer Shadbolt RGD, Senior Designer at Piccadilly Communications, Toronto, ON
• Maria Sinisterra RGD, Co-founder and Designer at Tardigrada Design Studio, Vancouver, BC

Winner: Rachel De Freitas, Wilson School of Design

Educator Support: John Belisle

Project: Gestures Coffeehouse

Gestures Coffeehouse, an imaginative coffee shop venture, empowers the Deaf and hard of hearing by offering employment opportunities and promotes Sign Language. The visual identity strikes a balance between playfulness and seriousness, with a focus on hand imagery to emphasize that the staff not only serves with hands, but also communicates with hands. Gestures stands out as a unique concept, offering a fresh experience with meaningful mission.

Honourable Mentions:

• Camille Clores, Wilson School of Design
• Nina Hidaka, George Brown College
• Pantea Kouhpayeh , George Brown College
• Griselda Normansah, LaSalle College

Judges:

• Beverley Wells, VP, Branded Environments at SLD, Toronto, ON
• Karl Chen RGD, Senior Graphic Designer & Creative Director, Toronto, ON
• Vida Jurcic RGD, Partner & Co-Creative Director at HANGAR 18 DESIGN CONTINUUM, Vancouver, BC

Winners: Garrett Poon & Myrrha Tekya, Alberta University of Arts

Educator Support: Darcy Parke, Johnny Talisman

Winning Project: Arizona Zero Proof

Arizona Zero Proof is a line of non-alcoholic cocktails challenging conventional drinking norms. Positioned as a game-changer in the beverage industry, it caters to the growing trend of people seeking healthier alternatives. Leveraging a unique brand story and through integrated advertising, it establishes itself as the preferred choice for those wanting non-alcoholic alternatives to traditional drinks.

Honourable Mentions:

• Julia Do Alamo, George Brown College
• Haley Greene, Natalie Grakovski & Mitch Lowes, Humber College
• Natasha Lee, Capilano University
• Bella Sanchez, Wilson School of Design
• Ethan Woronko, Capilano University
• Jocelyn Zin, York University

Judges:

• Miranda Allum Associate RGD, Senior Art Director at 500 Degrees, Toronto, ON
• Brian Dodo RGD, Principal & Creative Director of BmDodo Strategic Design, Kingston, ON
• Tyson Hynes, Co-Founder & Creative Director at District, Halifax, NS
• Adriana Ivory RGD, Design Director at The Garden, Toronto, ON
• Katie Wilhelm RGD, Indigenous Designer & Consultant at katiewilhelm.design

Winners: Sean Reibling, Khadija Bari, Justin Chiu, Gajanan Ketheeswaran, Megan Furlong, Iris Mamac & Madeline Rubba, York University

Project: DES_N SPACE 2023, Design Graduating Showcase Website

Designed to showcase the work of the 2023 design grads, this website is designed in an exhibition format to engage with a wider audience online and help students connect with prospective employers post-graduation.

Honourable Mentions:

• Mufang Cai, Canadore College
• Jiyu Hwang, Sheridan College
• Helen Nguyen, Seneca College
• Cianna Nicklin, Vancouver Island University
• Tiffany Zhong, Lucy Benson & Emma Heckman, Capilano University

Judges:

• Chris Chlasciak, Art Director at Works Design, Toronto, ON
• Jessica Tang, Designer at Sticks & Stones, Edmonton, AB
• Jess White RGD, Creative Director & Partner at Green Monkey Creative, Baxter Corner, NB

Winners (Tie): Vienne Seto & Justin Pinheiro, Conestoga College & Ingrid Wong, York University

Vienne & Justin's Project: Baseline 

Educator Support: Josh Peressotti

Inspired by the words like growth, expansion and non-linearity, selected by students to represent their class, the advertising promotes Conestoga College's 2023 design graduation showcase. The math references and topographic maps symbolize peaks and exponential growth, while the dynamic collages convey success and creativity. Print and digital ads were produced to maximize outreach and generate interest in the event.

Ingrid's Project: At the heart of your neighbourhood

Educator Support: Zab Hobart

The Toronto Public Library offers free space and a plethora of complimentary resources, which resident of the city are unaware of due to lack of advertising and overload of information on their website. 'At the heart of your neighbourhood' is an advertising campaign seeking to enhance the library's outreach by organizing all their offerings and increasing their visibility by producing and distributing printed and digital assets.

Honourable Mentions:

• Rachel De Freitas, Wilson School of Design
• Haley Greene, Natalie Grakovski & Mitch Lowes, Humber College
• Natasha Lee, Capilano University
• Maddy North, York University
• Bella Wei, York University
• Chen Yu Zhang, Yeeun Han, Rania Houache & Soyeon Kim, Seneca College

Judges:

• Carmen Fasan, Graphic Designer at Conestoga Students Inc, Kitchener, ON
• Stephanie Kochorek, Co-Founder / Creative Director at Daughter, Calgary, AB
• Nancy Mullin, Senior Manager, Graphic Design at BDO, Saint-Basile-le-Grand, QC
• Jasper Murphy, Senior Designer / Creative Lead at Traction Complete, Vancouver, BC
• John Naboye Associate RGD, Graphic Designer at DDB Canada, Edmonton, AB
• Amanda Phillips RGD, Creative Director at Generator in Thunder Bay