Regent Park (TO)
FOCUS Media Arts Centre (FOCUS) is a not-for-profit organization that was established in 1990 to counter negative media stereotypes of low income communities and provide relevant information to residents living in the Regent Park area and surrounding communities.
We seek to empower marginalized individuals and under represented communities to have a voice, through the use of professional training, mentorships and participatory based media practices that enable the sharing of stories, experiences and perspectives on relevant matters and issues.
In brief, our mandate is to empower marginalized individuals and under-serviced communities to have a voice and tell their own stories.
Address: 585 Dundas St East (3rd floor), Toronto, ON M5A 2B7
Phone: (647) 775-8141
Email: info@focusmediaarts.ca
Website: http://www.focusmediarts.ca
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Isabella Gamk: A Legacy of Courage in the Face of Toronto's Housing Crisis and Ableism
Councillor Chris Moise's Townhall: Tackling Toronto's Housing Crisis
Regent Park’s October 17th Agenda Meeting Highlights and Upcoming Events
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Frontline Worker Diana Chan McNally Challenges Misconceptions on Homelessness and Harm Reduction
Amplifying Voices: The Impact of Emancipation Month Coverage on Community Awareness and Engagement.
The RPTV coverage of the Emancipation Month flag-raising ceremony, featuring Mayor Olivia Chow and Councillor Chris Moise, had a significant social impact on Toronto’s Black community and beyond. The video, which garnered 2,500 views on YouTube—a substantial reach—helped raise awareness of the ongoing fight against anti-Black racism and honoured the legacy of activists like Elder Louis March.
Dimitrije Martinovic – Local Journalism Initiative