🔹Alumni Spotlight🔹
A former standout receiver, Rahul took his discipline and passion on the field and applied it to the creative space. Co-Founder of PLOT, Rahul has helped plan, develop and execute creative strategy and campaigns for a variety of brands across the country!
A serial entrepreneur, he has also co-founded companies in fields such as artist management, music production and e-learning.
A key offensive piece during his time with the Blues, Rahul was part of an explosive offence leading to a OUA All-Star honour and ultimately a CFL opportunity with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Accomplished would be an understatement!
Rahul’s full quote:
“ I can’t believe it’s been 10 years. I’m incredibly proud of my time at U of T and representing the Blues. There’s nothing like playing football in the heart of downtown Toronto – being surrounded by the energy, diversity, and ambition of the city pushes you to think bigger both on and off the field.
Transferring to U of T shaped both my career and my life. The Blues pushed me to become a better student, opened the door to a CFL opportunity, and connected me with friendships and relationships I still carry today. Being immersed in Toronto while starting my creative journey played a huge role in where I ended up, and I’m grateful the program kept me in the center of it all. “
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#bleedblue #WeAreTO
Toronto Tempo Media Day 2026.
Photographer: @anthonynusca
Produced by @madebyplot
MD: Rahul Madan / @madanrahul
CD & Director: Eric Richards / @ericrichards
EP: Maxim Vlassenko / @mvlassenko
PC: Tevin Standard / @tevinmicheall
1st AD: Rebecca Violet / @like.a.bawka
Cinematographer: Dennis Grishnin / @dennisgrishnin
1st AC: Andrew Gothra / @andrewgothra
2nd AC: Mario Of
Steadicam: Luke Saagi / @lukewarmsaagi
Gaffer: Rory Sommerville
Key Grip: Gianluca Basile
Best Grip: Travis Caverley
Best Electric: Parker Elgie
Best Electric: Tarek Smith
Swing: Mahan Ashtari
Swing: James Doran
DIT: Michael Powell
Sound: David Moffat
Sound: Nathan Street
Production Designer: Alexander Kennedy / @alexanderrkennedy
Lead Carpenter: Lando Cortez / @ask.lando
Scenic: Tyson Benjamin
Art Assists: Andrew Balint & Jade Deluca-Ahooja
Wardrobe: Bobby Bowen / @bobbybowenn
Wardrobe Assist: Justice Jems / @digitaljems
HMU: Lacey Day / @laceyeday
HMU: Racquelle Nembhard / @rockyracquelle
PA’s: Justin Gabuten, Josh Calvert, Xavier Pierre, Kelvin Nguyen, Temma Sam Katzman
Locations: Jeff Chadwick & Jonathan Coutts
EQ: @ontariocamera
Casting: @kickbackfoundation
Starring: Ava Starr & @sbabball c/o @micaellariche
Disclosure isn’t easy. It’s about trust, timing, and sharing your truth on your terms, knowing you’re worthy of respect, love, and care.
How do you show up when it matters? Visit DESTIGMATIZE.ca to find out.
Starring: Justen Ross / @jussten
Creative Director & Executive Producer: Nikolaos Théberge-Dritsas / @heterosexism
Creative Director & Program Manager: Tamar Carter / @tamar.carter1
Produced by Plot / @madebyplot
Directed by Eric Richards / @ericrichards
Executive Producers:
Rahul Madan / @madanrahul
Maxim Vlasseko / @mvlassenko
Producer: Moé Nurse / @toothpick.yamamoto
Cinematographer: Matt Levin-Gold / @matt.lg
Photographer: Kirk Lisaj / @largecrewneck
HMU: Ms.Myles / @ms.mylesmua
Wardrobe: Leban Osmani / @lebanosmani
1st AC: Alice Do / @theoldfashionedalice
2nd AC: Chris Lawrence / @clawrence.exe
Steadicam: Nhat Nguyen / natw1n
Gaffer: Steven McDonnell / @steven_mcdonn
Key Grip: Matty Labra / @mattylabs
Sound: Anthony Boire / Audio Process
Production Assistant: Tevin Standard / @tevinmicheall
Offline: Saints Editorial / @saintseditorial
Online: Darling VFX / @darling_vfx
Audio: TA2 Sound + Music / @ta2soundandmusic
Full credits at DESTIGMATIZE.ca/page/credits
With Heartfelt Thanks To:
Funder: ViiV Healthcare / @viivhealthcare
Partner: Yabu Pushelberg / @yabupushelberg
Production Partner: Plot / @madebyplot
Post-Production Partner: Saints Editorial / @saintseditorial
Web Partner: Locomotive / @locomotivemtl
Styling Partner: Holt Renfrew / @holtrenfrew
Safer Sex Partner: Jems / @jemsforall
PR Partner: Shannon Stephaniuk / @glossypr
Rental Partner: Ontario Camera / @ontariocamera
HIV awareness and sexual education have always been at the heart of what we do. Presented by FUNCTION and Maggie’s Toronto, in partnership with Yabu Pushelberg and Plot, this year’s campaign invites you inward—to reflect on the nuances of stigma, the complexities of disclosure, and the everyday acts of care we can all embrace for a more compassionate future.
How do you show up when it matters? Visit DESTIGMATIZE.ca to find out.
Starring: Justen Ross / @jussten
Creative Director & Executive Producer: Nikolaos Théberge-Dritsas / @heterosexism
Creative Director & Program Manager: Tamar Carter / @tamar.carter1
Produced by Plot / @madebyplot
Directed by Eric Richards / @ericrichards
Executive Producers:
Rahul Madan / @madanrahul
Maxim Vlasseko / @mvlassenko
Producer: Moé Nurse / @toothpick.yamamoto
Cinematographer: Matt Levin-Gold / @matt.lg
Photographer: Kirk Lisaj / @largecrewneck
HMU: Ms.Myles / @ms.mylesmua
Wardrobe: Leban Osmani / @lebanosmani
Offline: Saints Editorial / @saintseditorial
Online: Darling VFX / @darling_vfx
Audio: TA2 Sound + Music / @ta2soundandmusic
With Heartfelt Thanks To:
Funder: ViiV Healthcare / @viivhealthcare
Partner: Yabu Pushelberg / @yabupushelberg
Production Partner: Plot / @madebyplot
Post-Production Partner: Saints Editorial / @saintseditorial
Web Partner: Locomotive / @locomotivemtl
Styling Partner: Holt Renfrew / @holtrenfrew
Safer Sex Partner: Jems / @jemsforall
PR Partner: Shannon Stephaniuk / @glossypr
Rental Partner: Ontario Camera / @ontariocamera
Maggie’s Toronto Sex Workers Action Project is supported in part by ViiV Healthcare. The views expressed herein by Maggie’s Toronto Sex Workers Action Project are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the policies or opinions of ViiV Healthcare ULC.
Stigma takes many forms. Sometimes it’s loud. Sometimes it hides in the quiet moments. But no matter how it shows up, we all have a role to play—by speaking up, staying informed, and leading with empathy.
How do you show up when it matters? Visit DESTIGMATIZE.ca to find out.
Starring: Justen Ross / @jussten
Creative Director & Executive Producer: Nikolaos Théberge-Dritsas / @heterosexism
Creative Director & Program Manager: Tamar Carter / @tamar.carter1
Produced by Plot / @madebyplot
Directed by Eric Richards / @ericrichards
Executive Producers:
Rahul Madan / @madanrahul
Maxim Vlasseko / @mvlassenko
Producer: Moé Nurse / @toothpick.yamamoto
Cinematographer: Matt Levin-Gold / @matt.lg
Photographer: Kirk Lisaj / @largecrewneck
HMU: Ms.Myles / @ms.mylesmua
Wardrobe: Leban Osmani / @lebanosmani
1st AC: Alice Do / @theoldfashionedalice
2nd AC: Chris Lawrence / @clawrence.exe
Steadicam: Nhat Nguyen / natw1n
Gaffer: Steven McDonnell / @steven_mcdonn
Key Grip: Matty Labra / @mattylabs
Sound: Anthony Boire / Audio Process
Production Assistant: Tevin Standard / @tevinmicheall
Offline: Saints Editorial / @saintseditorial
Online: Darling VFX / @darling_vfx
Audio: TA2 Sound + Music / @ta2soundandmusic
Full credits at DESTIGMATIZE.ca/page/credits
With Heartfelt Thanks To:
Funder: ViiV Healthcare / @viivhealthcare
Partner: Yabu Pushelberg / @yabupushelberg
Production Partner: Plot / @madebyplot
Post-Production Partner: Saints Editorial / @saintseditorial
Web Partner: Locomotive / @locomotivemtl
Styling Partner: Holt Renfrew / @holtrenfrew
Safer Sex Partner: Jems / @jemsforall
PR Partner: Shannon Stephaniuk / @glossypr
Rental Partner: Ontario Camera / @ontariocamera
