| Overall Rating | Gold |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 69.71 |
| Liaison | Sharmilla Raj |
| Submission Date | May 6, 2024 |
Toronto Metropolitan University
IN-49: Innovation C
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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0.50 / 0.50 |
Name or title of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome:
A brief description of the innovative policy, practice, program, or outcome that outlines how credit criteria are met and any positive measurable outcomes associated with the innovation:
The TMU Free Store is a pop-up store dedicated to helping TMU students reduce their environmental impact and save money. Choose from a variety of gently-used items like office supplies, electronics, home decor, kitchen supplies, books and more, all for free! At the first pop-up store held during Orientation in September 2022 over 2 weeks: 2,540 items were rehomed 3,441 students visited the Free Store 1,266 lbs diverted from landfill 99% of students who attended said that they would be very interested in having the Free Store run throughout the year
Optional Fields
The website URL where information about the programs or initiatives is available:
Additional documentation to support the submission:
Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
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