Creative Career Summit

Your creativity deserves strategy, funding, sustainable systems and room to grow. Join Pain to Power for an empowering day of hands-on workshops, music and community celebration created to help Black youth build sustainable careers in music, entertainment and the creative industries. Designed for Black youth ages 12–29, this in-person summit brings together experienced artists, entrepreneurs and wellness leaders to share practical knowledge you can use beyond the event. Workshops 🎨 Artist Grants & Sustainable Artist Funding with Joy LappsLearn how independent artists can find funding opportunities and build more sustainable creative careers. ✈️ Travel & Corporate Grants with Elle D’LyonDiscover grants that can support travel, creative projects, professional development and career growth. 🤖 Business Systems, AI & Entrepreneurship with Kareem Perez of Tech EffectExplore practical systems and AI tools that can help you organize, grow and operate your creative work like a business. 🧠 Wellness & Burnout Prevention with Dr. PatsyLearn how to protect your wellbeing, manage burnout and build a creative career without sacrificing yourself in the process. More Than Workshops The day will also feature: An exclusive listening experience featuring songs created by Pain to Power artists Opening and closing violin performances by KaiTheeViolinist A recognition ceremony celebrating this year’s artists Opportunities to connect with creatives, facilitators and community leaders Come ready to learn, connect, celebrate and take your next creative step with more clarity and confidence. 📅 Friday, October 9, 2026⏰ 12:00 PM–6:00 PM📍 SoundCheck Youth Arts1122 Castlefield Avenue, Toronto🎟️ Free for Black youth ages 12–29Funded by Ontario Trillium Foundation, in partnership with For Youth Initiative