Design is the missing link in the product development process in Canada.
We The Others (2024) is a captivating film about Brazilian brothers and design icons Fernando and Humberto Campana whose studio, Estudio Campana, gained international recognition for its unique approach to design. Over the past 40 years, the Campana brothers left an indelible mark on the design world, blurring the lines between art, craft, and furniture.
On January 28th, 2025, the Institute for Inclusive Economies & Sustainable Livelihoods (IIESL), in collaboration with DIAC, hosted a one-day design charrette at the University of Toronto Scarborough to explore the future of the decommissioned Scarborough Rapid Transit (SRT).
The decommissioning of the Scarborough Rapid Transit presents a unique, once-in-a-generation opportunity. Rather than spending millions to dismantle and demolish the infrastructure, we have the chance to transform it into a community asset that supports inclusive economies, sustainable mobility, local arts and culture, and healthy recreational spaces.
Achievements: Refreshed the organization’s brand and identity through a collaborative design process resulting in a new logo and cohesive branding package. Introduced the tagline ‘Impact by Design’ to clearly reflect our mission and values.
What if, instead of spending hundreds of millions to tear down the Scarborough Rapid Transit (SRT) infrastructure, we transformed it into a vibrant and iconic community space that fosters local arts and culture, promotes sustainable mobility, provides healthy recreational options and supports inclusive local economies?
Design Tools for Inspiration
DIAC has published a booklet that explores the tools that designers use in helping their clients to improve innovation results and overall business success.