OUR TEAM |
Shuyun Liu
Co-President Hello! My name is Shuyun and I am currently a high school student. I am passionate about landscape architecture and botany. I hope to work in this field to promote healthy well-being and a positive relationship with the environment. In my free time, I like to play badminton and immersive video games. 
Jayden Pan
CONTENT STRATEGIST Hi! I am Jayden Pan, a creative Grade 10 student currently attending Father Michael McGivney Catholic Academy in Markham. I have a strong passion for both art and writing, and recently embarked on an exciting journey as a Content Strategist with the 1UP Creatives team, crafting engaging content for various platforms to bring ideas to life. Outside of academics, I find joy in expressing myself in art, with a particular fondness for watercolor painting. 
ivy liu
senior graphic designer Hi, I'm Ivy Liu and I am a student at Marc Garneau Collegiate Institute. I hope to make a difference in school as a 1UP member by making spaces useful, accessible and fun through urban design. In my spare time, I enjoy reading obscure Wikipedia articles, doodling whatever comes to mind, and playing with my cats. 
Kelly zhang
graphic designer Hi! My name is Kelly and I am a 1UP creative for graphic design. In my free time, I love to draw, read, and listen to music. I am passionate about helping the environment and creating a different future that reflects that. 
anushka kelkar
Photo & video editor Hello! My name is Anushka Kelkar and I am a grade 11 student interested in architecture and urban planning - a passion I hope to pursue in post-secondary. I love making videos, Reels and TikToks, and live by capturing pictures on my camera. I am excited to work with the 1UP Creatives Team as a Photo and Video Editor this year, and hope to meet like minded people and make a genuine change in my city. 
yashas mehta
Photo & video editor Hi! I’m Yashas, a Grade 12 IB student at White Oaks Secondary School in Oakville with a deep love for art, cinematography, editing, and all things tech. I’m thrilled to be part of the 1UP Creatives team as a Photo & Video Editor, where I’ll get to combine my passion for visuals with hands-on creativity. Outside of school, you’ll often find me experimenting with new camera techniques, drawing portraits, or animating in Blender. I’m also gearing up to pursue architecture in post-secondary, blending my artistic side with my fascination for design. Excited for what’s ahead and looking forward to creating something extraordinary this year! |
Hasan Bhimani
Co-President Hi, I’m Hasan; I’m currently in grade 11 at Bayview Secondary and one of the 1UP Co-Presidents. Some of my favourite hobbies include playing sports, listening to music and photography. I enjoy urban planning and architecture and love learning about new practical and enjoyable spaces. Through 1UP I hope to interest youth in design-based fields and meet new people. 
Megha aruleswaran
CONTENT STRATEGIST Hi! My name is Megha Aruleswaran, and I am an incoming senior at Agincourt Collegiate Institute. I'm extremely interested in the art of Urban Planning and Architecture, which originally stemmed from my love of Legos as a child. (The Lego Movie is peak cinematography!!) Through participating in the 1UP Competition and joining my school's 1UP chapter, I was inspired to contribute to the 1UP initiative and spread the love for planning. 
jonathan lee
GRAPHIC DESIGNER Hi, I’m Jonathan! I’m a bilingual (English and French) high school student. As a Graphic Designer, I will be helping out the 1UP team with creating media content and various graphic design projects. As a volunteer with various transit advocacy groups, I hold a strong passion for urban design and city-building. I am very excited to work with 1UP on their initiatives and events! 
sanjali paruthi
senior pHOTO & VIDEO EDITOR Hey everyone, I’m Sanjali. I am passionate about design and learning from hands-on experiences. I am currently in high school and am a photography and video editor for 1UP. In my free time I enjoy listening to music, sketching, biking and hanging out with friends. I’m excited to meet new people and create some amazing memories this year! 
natalie ma
photo & video editor Hello! My name is Natalie and I'm a Grade 10 student at Agincourt C.I. I enjoy playing badminton, swimming, frisbee, and volleyball. I am also involved in marching band and drill team for air cadets. I joined 1UP because I enjoyed the environment and positive experiences I had during the 1UP conference in March. I am so appreciative of this opportunity to learn more about architecture, design and urban planning! |
Ashley Zhong
Content Strategist Hello everyone! My name is Ashley and I am a high school student at White Oaks Secondary School. I joined 1UP because I am interested in learning more about the role that architecture and urban planning takes in affecting our everyday lives. As a content strategist, I hope to contribute to the team by using my business and communication skills to create an impact through youth involvement. In my free time, I train for badminton tournaments and listen to lots of jazz fusion! 
Matthew ha
CONTENT STRATEGIST Hi, I'm Matthew and I am a student at St. Robert CHS who is interested in the applications of engineering and design in cities. I hope to promote urban planning and technological design to a wider community as a content strategist for 1UP. In my free time, I enjoy drawing, reading, and building model kits. 
ao li
Graphic designer Hi, my name is Ao Li but I go by Liao and I am an artist in grade 11. I am volunteering as a graphic designer for the 1UP program. Have a great day if you’re reading this! 
abinaya shan
photo & video editor Hi, my name is Abi and I’m a photo/video editor at 1UP. I joined 1UP to learn more about urban planning, and architecture. I’m excited to work with like-minded people to make sustainable changes in our cities. As a photo/video editor, I hope to develop my communication and creative thinking skills to fulfill 1UP’s goals like involving youth in taking action in effective urban planning. 
humza hasan
PHOTO & VIDEO EDITOR I'm Humza, a grade 11 student at Iroquois Ridge High School. I have a passion for City Design and photography. I got into the City Building space because I'm curious about why my town is designed the way it is. My photography started when I was taking pictures of animals in my backyard during lockdown, and since then, I have branched out into various other genres of photography. |
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