The FYP Challenge
It’s your turn  to tell the story.
Join the 2026 challenge. 

 TASK: Create a TikTok-style video that captures your learning, experiences, and discoveries throughout the day. 

Produce a 30–90 second vertical video that tells the story of their Dreamer Day experience.

Videos will be judged on creativity, storytelling, enthusiasm, and completion of the required challenge criteria.

Challenge Requirements:

To qualify for judging, every video must include the following:

 ✔ Explore Every Career Pathway

Showcase at least one activity from each Dreamer Day pillar:

  • Skilled Trades
  • STEAM
  • Emergency Response
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Leadership
Meet the Dream Makers

Include footage from the Dream Maker Panel and share one key takeaway, quote, or lesson that inspired you.

Spotlight Our Partners

Feature each of the following partners:

  • Enbridge
  • Invest Mississauga
  • Ontario Power Generation (OPG)

Don’t simply record the booth—show what makes each experience interesting or engaging.

Show Us Where You Are

State on camera:

“We’re at Dreamer Day at The International Centre in Mississauga!”

Get Hands-On

Capture yourself participating in at least three interactive activities throughout the event.

Make a Connection

Interview (or feature) at least one:

  • Mentor
  • Exhibitor
  • Employer
  • Volunteer
  • Dream Maker

Ask a question such as:

  • What inspired you to choose your career?
  • What advice would you give someone my age?
  • What do you love most about your job?
Your Biggest Discovery

End your video by completing the sentence:

“Today I discovered that…”

Bonus Challenges

Earn bonus points by including any of the following:

  • Discover a career you didn’t know existed.
  • Learn and share one surprising fact.
  • Feature three or more exhibitors.
  • Capture your favourite moment of the day.
  • Use a creative transition between locations.
  • Showcase teamwork and collaboration.
  • Capture the energy and excitement of Dreamer Day.
  • Create a video that makes someone watching want to attend next year.
 Prizes

Posted TikTok videos that tag @webuildadream will qualify for awards. 

Awards will be presented in the following categories:

  • 🏆 Best Overall Video
  • 🎬 Most Creative Edit
  • ⭐ Best Storytelling