Inspiring Minds
Helping youth build skills, resiliency and stronger connections.
Inspiring Minds delivers group-based programming for youth in school and community settings. Services are provided in both small-group and whole-class environments, creating flexible ways to engage young people where they already learn and connect.
The program focuses on helping youth develop practical skills, strengthen resiliency and enhance their connection to school and the wider community.
Supporting positive development in school and community settings.
Inspiring Minds is centred on skill development, resiliency and stronger connections for youth.
Build Practical Skills
Help youth develop skills they can apply in school, relationships and everyday community life.
Strengthen Resiliency
Support young people in developing the confidence and capacity to respond to challenges and setbacks.
Increase School Connection
Encourage stronger engagement and a greater sense of connection within the school environment.
Build Community Connection
Help youth strengthen their connection to positive supports, resources and opportunities in the community.
Encourage Positive Participation
Create opportunities for youth to participate actively in group learning and community-based programming.
Support Healthy Development
Use an age-appropriate framework to support positive growth throughout adolescence.
Flexible group programming for schools and communities.
CTI delivers Inspiring Minds in formats that can work across different school and community environments.
Small-Group Programming
Smaller group environments can create more focused opportunities for participation, discussion and skill development.
Whole-Class Programming
Inspiring Minds can also be delivered to entire classes, helping schools integrate youth-development programming into existing learning environments.
School-Based Delivery
Programming is delivered collaboratively with school partners so youth can access support within a familiar setting.
Community-Based Delivery
CTI also works with community partners to provide programming outside traditional classroom settings.
Delivered through strong school and community partnerships.
Inspiring Minds is provided in collaboration with established education and community partners across Toronto.
How youth access Inspiring Minds.
Inspiring Minds serves youth ages 12 to 18. Youth are referred to the program through their school administrative team as part of CTI's collaboration with school and community delivery partners.
The program is free, with funding provided through the Ministry of Children, Community, and Social Services.
Frequently Asked Questions About Inspiring Minds
Learn more about CTI's Inspiring Minds program, including eligibility, referrals, program delivery, community partners, cost, program goals, and the framework that guides the program.
Who is Inspiring Minds designed for?
Inspiring Minds is designed for youth ages 12 to 18.
How are youth referred to Inspiring Minds?
Youth are referred to the program through their school administrative team. The service is delivered in collaboration with school and community delivery partners.
Where is Inspiring Minds delivered?
Programming is delivered in school and community settings, including small-group and whole-class environments.
Who are the delivery partners?
CTI lists the Toronto District School Board, Toronto Catholic District School Board and Toronto Public Libraries as delivery partners.
How much does Inspiring Minds cost?
The program is free. Funding is provided through the Ministry of Children, Community, and Social Services.
What is the goal of Inspiring Minds?
The program supports youth in developing skills, strengthening resiliency and building stronger connections to school and the community.
What framework guides Inspiring Minds?
Inspiring Minds follows the strategic framework of Stepping Stones, a guide that informs the delivery of Ontario youth services.