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Concordia Council on Student Life (CCSL) funded projects

The following projects were approved funding for the 2024-2025 academic year.

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180DC Concordia

Awarded $2,000
Applicant: 180 Degrees Consulting

180DC Concordia is 180 Degrees Consulting (180DC) is the world’s largest student-run consultancy, providing pro bono consulting services to socially conscious organizations. 180DC - Concordia plans to bring talented students from diverse academic backgrounds together to deliver innovative and impactful.

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28th Annual Sports Conference

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: John Molson Sports Marketing

A major student-run sports business event welcoming industry professionals and over 400 student delegates for three days of panels, networking, and insight.

À flots magazine

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

A student-run arts magazine and exhibition exploring the theme of “slowness.” Includes essays, artwork, and a launch event promoting reflective creative engagement.

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After Marketing

Awarded $500
Applicant: John Molson Marketing Association

Hosted by the John Molson Marketing Association, this annual workshop and panel event brings marketing professionals and students together to explore career paths and industry insights.

Aggregate

Awarded $500
Applicant: individual

This inclusive cultural evening fosters connections among art students and highlights the Sculpture Department and the work of emerging artists. It also offers organizers practical experience and guests the chance to discover another university department.

ANGER

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Concordia Photography Collective 

ANGER is an exhibition of how anger manifests across gender, race, and culture, this exhibition challenges societal perceptions and expresses resistance through art.

Annual Graduate Interdisciplinary Conference (AGIC)

Awarded $750
Applicant: individual

An academic conference organized by graduate students in Religions and Cultures, promoting scholarly dialogue across disciplines and institutions.

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Arab World Cup

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: Arab Student Network

A soccer tournament and cultural event celebrating Arab unity, featuring teams representing Arab countries, traditional cuisine, and cultural showcases.

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Art Matters Archive Project Vernissage

Awarded $440
Applicant: Art Matters Festival

Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Art Matters Festival, this exhibition revisits its archive and highlights its legacy through a week-long VAV gallery show.

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ASAC's Black History Month

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

The celebration invites students to engage in hands-on experiences that showcase diverse cultural traditions and global Black communities. Through dialogue and perspective-sharing, the events promote connection, learning, and a strong sense of belonging.

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Bangladeshi Cultural Showcase and Concert

Awarded $2,000
Applicant: Bangladeshi Student Association (BSA)

This dynamic event highlights Bangladeshi heritage through performance and storytelling, while uniting past and present members of the student association.

Beyond the Screen

Awarded $500
Applicant: Concordia Business Review

A business and economics panel discussion featuring industry leaders, networking, and the launch of a new student magazine—offering insight into emerging markets and career growth.

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Black Student Career Development Networking

Awarded $750
Applicant: Black Student Career Development

This empowering networking event for Black students offers career-building panels, professional photoshoots, and connection opportunities with Black alumni and professionals.

Campaign in support of critically ill political prisoners 

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

Through concerts, screenings, and an art exhibit, this campaign raises awareness and support for critically ill political prisoners, combining creativity with meaningful social action.

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CFR25 Chassis

Awarded $2,000
Applicant: Concordia Formula SAE

This year-round project begins each July and concludes with a final competition in June. It offers ongoing engagement and culminates in a showcase of participants' efforts.

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Chaplaincy Project

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Muslim Student Association

The Chaplaincy Program enhances student life by offering a supportive space for personal reflection, spiritual development, and one-on-one guidance through academic and personal challenges. By fostering emotional well-being and a sense of belonging, it supports holistic growth and strengthens the campus community.

Cherished – Exhibition

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: individual

An exhibition and zine spotlighting contemporary queer artists in Montreal. It collaborates with the Trans Student Association and engages with queer archives and histories.

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Cinema Politica: THE GOLDEN THREAD & FARMING THE REVOLUTION

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Cinema Politica Concordia

Featuring Indian filmmaker Nishtha Jain, Cinema Politica hosts screenings and Q&As that spotlight global political struggles and grassroots resistance.

CMAC Mini Marketing Clinic

Awarded $500
Applicant: Concordia Marketing Aid Clinic

Students work with mentors to solve real marketing challenges faced by nonprofits and entrepreneurs. The event emphasizes networking, strategy development, and professional experience.

Concordia Concrete Canoe Team

Awarded $1,250
Applicant: Concordia Concrete Canoe Team

Engineering students design and race a floating canoe made of concrete. After a successful 2024 return, the team plans to compete nationally in Winnipeg.

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Concordia Concrete Toboggan Team

Awarded $1,250
Applicant: Concordia Concrete Toboggan Team

Engineering students design and race a toboggan with concrete skis in Canada’s longest-running student engineering competition.

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Concordia Enginering Games Debates Competition

Awarded $150
Applicant: Concordia Engineering Games

Part of the Englympics, this debate competition gives students a chance to sharpen public speaking and critical thinking, with winners moving on to the Quebec Engineering Competition.

Concordia Labyrinth Project

Awarded $877
Applicant: individual

Walking a labyrinth can be a transformative, reflective practice that supports learning and fosters cultural connection across diverse communities. By partnering with campus and community groups to host workshops, the initiative promotes inclusion, spiritual well-being, and shared contemplative experiences.

Concordia Film Festival

Awarded $2,000
Applicant: individual

A four-day celebration of student cinema, this annual festival includes screenings, awards, and industry networking, open to local and international student filmmakers.

Concordia Relay for Life Art Showcase

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Concordia Relay for Life

An art-based cancer awareness event featuring Concordia student and alumni artists. It includes a mini-conference in partnership with the Canadian Cancer Society.

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Concordia Concordia SAE Aero Design

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Concordia SAE

Students design and build a remote-controlled aircraft for international competition, gaining hands-on experience in aerospace engineering and innovation.

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Concordia SAE Aeroconnect

Awarded $750
Applicant: Concordia SAE

An engineering project designing a fully electric, autonomous VTOL drone to aid in Canadian search and rescue missions, with a focus on wildfire and missing person detection.

Concordia Tree Planting Advocacy Network

Awarded $200    
Applicant: individual

A student-led initiative supporting Concordia students working in tree planting by addressing systemic industry issues like wage theft and harassment, and building a safe community.

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Co-op CultivAction Seed Libraries and Urban Agriculture Education

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Co-op CultivAction

Two new seed libraries will anchor community workshops and gardening education, helping students grow food and knowledge on campus.

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Creative Marketing Conference

Awarded $500
Applicant: John Molson Marketing Association (JMMA)

JMMA’s flagship event connects students with marketing professionals through panels and workshops. The 2025 edition focuses on Fashion and Social Media Marketing, offering insights into industry trends and career growth.

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CS Games 2025

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Software Engineering and Computer Science Society (SCS)

An inter-university competition where Concordia teams of computer science students compete in software challenges alongside peers from across North America.

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CURE Concordia: Estran

Awarded $750
Applicant: CURE Concordia

Estran is a new web app connecting trans youth to reliable healthcare resources. Built with community standards and collaboration, it aims to revolutionize access to care in Montreal.

Cybersmart: Piloting A Student-centered Cyber Safety Initiative

Awarded $542    
Applicant: individual

A student-led platform offering cyber safety resources, anonymous help, and monthly workshops. The initiative promotes mental and digital wellness on campus.

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Cycloidal Disk-Drive Robotic Arm

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Space Concordia Robotics Division

The Robotics Division is developing a new robotic arm to compete in global rover challenges. The arm improves dexterity and precision for complex tasks.

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Earth Month Workshop Series: Food Waste Edition

Awarded $849
Applicant: Concordia Greenhouse

A 3-part hands-on workshop series on composting and waste reduction, empowering students to take climate-conscious actions in their daily lives.

EconomicSense Journal

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

Concordia’s first undergrad economics journal connects student researchers with mentors and publishes academic work on finance, politics, and sustainability.

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ECSGA Holi Event

Awarded $1,750
Applicant: Engineering and Computer Science Graduate Association (ECSGA)

A celebration of colors, unity, and springtime led by the Indian student community. Holi brings together students from diverse backgrounds to engage in Indian cultural traditions and promote inclusivity at Concordia.

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ECSGA Nowrouz Celebration

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Engineering and Computer Science Graduate Association (ECSGA)

This project enriches student life by celebrating Persian culture and fostering community, well-being, and inclusivity. It also supports sustainability and ensures accessibility for all students.

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ENGCOMM WORLD 2025

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Engineering and Commerce Case Competition

ENGCOMM WORLD lets students solve real-world engineering and business challenges, building key skills. It also offers networking with industry professionals and mentors for career growth.

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Fashion Conversations - Collaboration with JMMA 

Awarded $500
Applicant: Concordia Fashion Business Association (CFBA)

A collaboration between CFBA and JMMA brings fashion and marketing professionals to campus for a panel on trends, innovation, and business leadership in the fashion world.

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FOCUS X FOM: Les Carls Live

Awarded $500
Applicant: Filipino Organization of Concordia University Students

A full-day Filipino cultural celebration with food, vendors, and live performances, culminating in a headline show by Les Carls. Proceeds support Filipino student initiatives at Concordia.

Graduate Student Symposium at the Department of Education 2025

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

A one-day academic and networking event for graduate students to present research around the theme of education, community, and social justice.

Headlight Anthology 26 

Awarded $750
Applicant: Headlight Anthology 

Concordia’s long-running graduate literary journal continues its tradition of publishing poetry and fiction, supported by student editors and celebrated with a launch event.

History in the Making

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

Hosted by graduate history students, this annual academic conference showcases diverse voices across North America with keynote addresses, panels, and community dialogue.

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Housing Justice Convergence 

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: SEIZE Concordia 

This student-led convergence at JMSB brings together tenants, academics, and organizers to address Canada’s housing crisis and build a student-driven movement.

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Hypothèses

Awarded $800
Applicant: Cycle de conférences Hypothèses

An inter-university art history lecture series and podcast, run by and for grad students. It encourages academic dialogue and public engagement in the arts.

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ID8

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Enactus Concordia

A social entrepreneurship event with intimate panels featuring entrepreneurs across sectors. The goal is to inspire and empower Concordia students with actionable ideas.

IISE national conference

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineering

Industrial Engineering students from Concordia travel to the IISE national conference to compete, network, and promote their department and university across Canada.

Illumination

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: individual

An experimental film festival for Concordia’s MFA students that culminates in a screening and artist talk. The event aims to engage the wider Concordia and Montreal film community.

Inner Currents

Awarded $1,100
Applicant: individual

This collaborative art show invites students to express their cultural and social identities, accompanied by a printed zine exploring personal and collective narratives.

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Innovative Arts for Community Impact

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Garnet Key Society

In partnership with Brique par Brique, this arts-based workshop series focuses on sustainability and social justice through upcycled art and community building in Parc-Extension.

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International Community Outreach Program

Awarded $500
Applicant: International Community Outreach Program (ICOP)

ICOP helps graduate students apply business skills to social challenges through case competitions, fostering growth, collaboration, and community leadership.

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Iranian Student Association Nowruz Event

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Iranian Student Association of Concordia University

Bringing Persian New Year to life, this large-scale cultural event at Theatre Rialto features traditional food, dance, and festivities for Concordia and McGill students.

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Jeux de la Science Politique

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Jeux de la Science Politique, délégation de Concordia 

Concordia students compete in North America's largest French-speaking political science competition. The delegation will train and prepare 30 students to represent Concordia’s diverse and bilingual excellence.

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JMAS Tax Clinic 2025

Awarded $4,000
Applicant: John Molson Accounting Society

The JMAS Tax Clinic supports the community and Concordia students by providing free tax services to low-income individuals. Students get expert training from a JMSB alumni tax professional. Funding covers fees, equipment, and volunteer supplies.

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John Molson Undergraduate Case Competition

Awarded $2,500
Applicant: John Molson Undergraduate Case Competition (JMUCC)

JMUCC offers students real-world business challenges to develop critical thinking, teamwork, and practical skills, while providing valuable networking opportunities.

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Kreyol Pale Kreyol Konprann

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Haitian Student Association of Concordia University

Hosted by the Haitian Student Association, this academic and cultural event features guest speakers sharing career paths and Haitian history, concluding with a shared meal and networking to strengthen community bonds.

Love & Loss: Nostalgia Symposium and Research Creation Event

Awarded $750
Applicant: individual

Hosted at 4TH SPACE, this symposium brings together Concordia students, scholars, and the public to explore the politics and power of nostalgia through panels, talks, and research creation.

Mackay Street Pedestrianization- Design Charrette

Awarded $950
Applicant: Urban Planning Association

A participatory design workshop reimagining Mackay Street’s future as a pedestrian hub. Students, businesses, and residents collaborate to shape campus public space.

MAUREEN X

Awarded $2,000
Applicant: MFA Studio Arts Student Association

The 10th annual MAUREEN show celebrates the work of MFA students at the Darling Foundry with a commemorative exhibition catalog and alumni collaborations.

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MENA football cup

Awarded $4,000
Applicant: North African Student Society

A football tournament celebrating MENA cultures offers cultural exposure, social connections, and encourages activity, uniting students through sport and diversity.

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Mental Health Week

Awarded $800
Applicant: EngiQueers Concordia

Organized by EngiQueers and WIE Concordia, this event offers relaxing and social activities like sip-and-paints and kitten yoga to help students decompress during midterms.

Nowruz Festival (Persian New Year)

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Iranian Graduate Students’ Association of Concordia University

A two-day spring celebration at Loyola Campus featuring Persian music, cultural workshops, history seminars, and a vibrant Nowruz bazaar focused on renewal and environmental awareness.

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On the Spot: Graduate Improv Lab

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Graduate Students' Association

A six-week improv comedy workshop for graduate students, building communication, creativity, and confidence through performance.

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Padel Tournament

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Arab Student Network

A sports and social event hosted by the Arab Students of Concordia to help students connect, ease social anxiety, and foster community bonding through padel.

Pallet to Plate Food Baskets Project

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: Le Frigo Vert and Concordia Food Collective

 

Period Panels: Menstruation in Academia

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

A Fine Arts symposium addressing menstruation stigma and period justice in academic spaces. The event features panels, a keynote, and interactive discussion.

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Project Icarus

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A semester-long engineering challenge offering students from all faculties the chance to collaborate on diverse technical projects and develop leadership skills.

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Queer Concordia - Queer Prom

Awarded $2,000
Applicant: Queer Concordia

A celebration of LGBTQ+ joy and community, Queer Prom will take over the MB-9 conference center for a night of dancing, music, food, and harm reduction services. Open to all queer students and staff.

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Ramadan Iftar Meals 2025

Awarded $2,500
Applicant: Muslim Student Association

A month-long initiative providing free iftar meals to 150 Muslim students daily during Ramadan, fostering spiritual reflection and community solidarity.

Resonance

Awarded $320
Applicant: individual

A student-produced short film exploring mental health, addiction, and resilience through the eyes of a young woman confronting her mortality and past trauma.

Scattered Automatic Expression Association

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: individual

A nonprofit empowering neurodivergent individuals through workshops, art markets, and therapeutic writing tools. The project fosters inclusion and emotional well-being.

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School Schmool

Awarded $750
Applicant: Quebec Public Interest Research Group Concordia

An annual, student-run social justice resource guide and academic agenda created by QPIRG-McGill and QPIRG-Concordia. School Schmool fosters campus-community connections and promotes local activism and community engagement.

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Science Visualization Challenge

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Biology Graduate Student Association

An interdisciplinary project pairing biology and fine arts students to create scientific visual media. Final works will be judged and published in a visual handbook, fostering new science communication strategies.

Seriously, Maggie

Awarded $425
Applicant: individual

A student film where female representation holds thematic significance with a mostly-female cast, the dealing of prominent issues women face, and the emphasis on the beauty of female friendship.

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Shabe Yalda

Awarded $750
Applicant: Iranian Student Association of Concordia University

A celebration of the Persian winter solstice with poetry, storytelling, food, and games, highlighting the warmth of cultural traditions and community during the year’s longest night.

Sharing Our Stories Through Food

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: individual

A cultural storytelling event that brings together BIPOC, immigrant, and diasporic communities through food, art, and ancestral practices to address systemic racism and promote mutual respect.

Short film Q.tip

Awarded $500
Applicant: individual

A student-produced short film examining identity and validation in the age of social media. The project supports emerging filmmakers and collaborative storytelling.

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SHOWPAO: THE MUSICAL

Awarded $3,000
Applicant: Filipino Organization of Concordia University Students

A musical adaptation of a Filipino literary classic, exploring the experiences of immigrants and Filipino Montrealers through song and storytelling.

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Student Activism Documentary

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Community University Television (CUTV)

This film project documents current and historical student activism at Concordia, highlighting resistance to tuition hikes and broader movements for equity and change.

Student-run Art Exhibition

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

A curated exhibition showcasing the challenges and identities of student artists as they navigate creative industries. It fosters community, dialogue, and critical reflection.

Sustainable Studios

Awarded $3,000
Applicant: individual

An AI-powered smart bin that automatically sorts waste and tracks fill levels, designed for Concordia’s events and gatherings to promote sustainable practices.

SynBio Expressions

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

A multidisciplinary series blending synthetic biology, art, and community engagement. Events include panels, trivia nights, and theatre, fostering accessible scientific dialogue.

Testimony

Awarded $800
Applicant: Testimony Collective

An interdisciplinary group exhibition by 21 Concordia visual arts students exploring crisis, creativity, and the role of the artist in witnessing societal change.

The Bald Soprano

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: individual

A drag-infused staging of Ionesco’s absurdist play, presented by students from Concordia’s Theatre Department. The production will take place at the Mainline Theatre and explores themes of gender, language, and identity.

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The CFBA Edit: Fashion Showcase Third Edition 

Awarded $2,000
Applicant: Concordia Fashion Business Association

This project connects student fashion talent with industry pros, fostering creativity and career growth while building event planning skills. It strengthens Concordia’s fashion community.

 

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The Journal of Religion and Cultures (JRC) - Volume 30

Awarded $750
Applicant: The Journal of Religion and Cultures

A peer-reviewed, graduate-run academic journal showcasing research in religion and culture. The project seeks funding for its milestone 30th volume and launch event.

The Little Library

Awarded $950
Applicant: individual

A campus-wide initiative promoting literacy and free access to books, The Little Library installs mini lending libraries for students to read, share, and connect through stories.

The Weeping Boughs

Awarded $500
Applicant: individual

The Weeping Boughs fosters creative collaboration, diverse storytelling, teamwork and industry exposure through festival submissions, supporting students’ professional growth.

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Troitsky Bridge Building Competition 

Awarded $2,500
Applicant: Troitsky

One of North America's largest bilingual engineering competitions, returning to Concordia in 2025. This year's event emphasizes sustainability and celebrates Concordia’s 50th anniversary.

Twinkhood and Dance Night

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: individual

A celebratory fundraiser and safe space for Concordia’s 2SLGBTQIA+ community, featuring a film screening, Q&A, and a dance party with queer artists. Proceeds support gender-affirming initiatives.

Union Santa Fe

Awarded $150
Applicant: individual

A free, student-led open mic night held weekly in the Visual Arts Building. The event promotes collaborative performance and provides a platform for creative expression in a relaxed setting.

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Uzuri Conference and Uzuri Gala (12th Edition)

Awarded $5,000
Applicant: African Students Association of Concordia

The Uzuri Gala, hosted by Concordia’s African Students' Association, celebrates African culture through fashion, music, and art.

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Warm Hearts Community Fridge

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Centre for Gender Advocacy 

A community fridge at Concordia’s Sir George Williams campus offering free food to students and community members. Developed in response to increasing food insecurity.

Waste Invaders Part 2

Awarded $1,750
Applicant: individual

An educational arcade game about waste management at Concordia, now upgraded for web play with new features to engage students in sustainability efforts.

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Waste Wizard

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: IEEE Concordia

An AI-powered smart bin that automatically sorts waste and tracks fill levels, designed for Concordia’s events and gatherings to promote sustainable practices.

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Wellness Pantry

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Sex and Self 

A free-access initiative offering students gender-inclusive and ethically sourced wellness products, from menstrual care to binders, while promoting bodily autonomy and sustainability.

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WIExJMWL EcoInnovate Competition 2025

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: Women in Engineering

A two-day case competition uniting engineering and business students to solve real-world sustainability challenges with guidance from industry professionals.

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Wine and Cheese: Meet the Profs

Awarded $110
Applicant: Concordia Undergraduate Psychology Association 

A casual networking event where students and professors connect outside the classroom, helping build mentorship and fostering academic engagement.

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Winter Workshop Week - CUPA

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Concordia Undergraduate Psychology Association 

A week-long event offering psychology students hands-on learning in areas like creativity, research, and interdisciplinary applications beyond traditional coursework.

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Women In Law

Awarded $1,000
Applicant: Concordia Business Law Committee

A powerful panel of women leaders in the legal field sharing stories, challenges, and mentorship to inspire aspiring young professionals at Concordia.

Women's night event: "Woman revived"

Awarded $450
Applicant: individual

This inspiring women’s event centers women of color through networking, a powerful speaker panel, and a celebration of empowerment during Women's Month.

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World Space Week

Awarded $1,500
Applicant: Space Concordia

Hosted by Space Concordia, this three-day celebration features workshops, social events, and educational activities dedicated to space science and exploration.

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