The RGD Designathon is back November 29-30 in 3 cities across Canada
The RGD’s Designathon event returns this November, bringing together design studios, students and emerging creatives across Toronto, Vancouver, and Moncton for a weekend of collaboration, mentorship and design for good.
Taking place November 29–30, this two-day event connects small teams of three to five participants with senior creative mentors to create communications materials for non-profit organizations. Participants will collaborate directly with clients, develop impactful design solutions and receive feedback from industry professionals—all while expanding their portfolios and networks.
Meals and refreshments will be provided throughout the event to keep everyone fuelled for creativity.
Register for your city’s Designathon below:
Designathon: Toronto
Sponsoring Studios: Creative Currency, Q30 Design
Projects:
- Greater Moncton Scottish Association—Design a modern brochure celebrating 20 years of the Highland Games.
- The Food Bank of York Region (FBYR)—Create a professional newsletter to support donor and volunteer engagement.
- Lighthouse for Grieving Children—Redesign a website to better support families in need.
- Cuso International—Build a digital presentation to celebrate alumni impact and inspire continued engagement.
Designathon: Vancouver
Sponsoring Studios: ONE23WEST, hcma
Projects:
- Alternative Residences Alternatives Inc.—Refresh identity to enhance public awareness.
- Pure Gold Foundation—Develop branding and marketing materials to engage youth.
- BC Parks Foundation—Design a merch collection for conservation fundraising.
- BOMA NB PEI—Create social media templates and a membership package for outreach.
- Cassie + Friends—Redesign packaging for injection support kits to help children with Juvenile Arthritis.
Designathon: Moncton
Supporting Studio: Creative Union
Projects include:
- Civic Tech Moncton—Design social media graphics to drive participation in a local hackathon.
- Persian Association of New Brunswick—Create a poster to promote cultural events and strengthen community identity.
Event details
Dates: November 29–30, 2025
Times: 8:30 am–9:00 pm (Saturday) and 9:00 am–12:00 pm (Sunday)
Eligibility: Open to all RGD Members (Student, Associate, Affiliate and Certified RGD)
Cost: $30 per participant ($15 refunded after participation; not refundable for no-shows)
Spots are extremely limited—sign up today to take part in this national celebration of creativity, mentorship and design for social good.
