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Alexandra Park Revitalization Scholarship
Scholarship for Atkinson Co-op residents and TCHC Alexandra Park tenants
TCHC and Tridel are now offering scholarships for Atkinson Co-op residents and TCHC Alexandra Park tenants aged 17 years and older pursuing post-secondary studies.
The Alexandra Park Revitalization Scholarship recognizes the diverse educational goals, career aspirations, and learning preferences of Alexandra Park community members.
If you have questions, please contact Jade Shulist at: jade.shulist@torontohousing.ca or 437-922-3303 before Friday, May 17, 2024.
The application closes Friday, May 24, 2024.
Post-Secondary and Trade School Scholarship
- Intended for community members with the goal of obtaining a post-secondary degree, a training, or academic certificate from a credible Canadian educational institute.
- Scholarship award up to $3,000 to cover tuition fees.
- Applicants are eligible for an additional bursary of up to $500 to cover expenses (like textbooks, childcare, transportation, etc.).
How to apply for the scholarship
You can also download a PDF of the application package to submit a paper copy. Please see the PDF package for instructions.
If you face any barriers to submitting your application, have any questions about the application process or the scholarship program, need a translation or paper copy of the application, please contact Jade Shulist at jade.shulist@torontohousing.ca or call 437-922-3303.
Supports available
Virtual information session:
- Tuesday, April 23, 2024 from 7 to 8 p.m.
- Link provided upon registration
In-person information session:
- Tuesday, May 7, 2024 from 1 to 3 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.
- Alexandra Park Community Centre, 105 Grange Ct., Toronto
Please contact Jade Shulist at jade.shulist@torontohousing.ca or 437-922-3303 to register for one of the sessions.
One-on-one support with the application
Examples of support that is available from TCHC:
- Editing
- Filling in the electronic form
- Figuring out your budget
- Identifying a strong reference person
- Reviewing your personal and/or financial statement
Questions and Answers
Who can apply for the scholarship?
The Alexandra Park Revitalization Scholarship is open to Atkinson Co-op residents and Alexandra Park TCHC tenants aged 17 years and older.
What will the scholarship cover?
Scholarship awards will be paid directly to the post-secondary/training institution and bursaries will be paid to the recipient upon proof of enrollment. Programs may be full-time or part-time, in-person, online, or hybrid.
Alexandra Park Revitalization Scholarship
- Intended for applicants with the goal of obtaining a post-secondary degree, a training, or academic certificate from a credible Canadian educational institute.
- Scholarship award values of up to $3,000 are to cover tuition fees for any program at a post-secondary institute or training school (i.e., college, university, trade school) along with a $500 bursary to cover textbooks, childcare, transportation, etc. will also accompany these scholarship awards.
How will the applications be assessed?
Applicants are scored using a point system that correlates to the specific mandatory components of the applications. This is why a complete application form is very important! Applications are reviewed by an evaluation panel comprised of representatives of Alexandra Park-based organizations and service providers. Applicant names will be hidden throughout the evaluation process.
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Looking for supports for employment, scholarship, training, small business, or to develop a community initiative?
Contact Jade Shulist at jade.shulist@torontohousing.ca or call 437-922-3303 to schedule a meeting to assess your goals and needs to match you with the appropriate resources and opportunities.
Alexandra Park Revitalization
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