Introducing the Regent Park Scholarship 2024-25

Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) and Tridel are excited to announce the launch of the Regent Park Scholarship Program 2024-25. This new scholarship opportunity for the upcoming academic year is now open to eligible TCHC Regent Park tenants ages 17 and older.

In its inaugural year, the scholarship (valued at $50,000) recognizes the commitment of Regent Park tenants who have made meaningful contributions to their community and is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of leaders by paving a pathway for their academic and career success. Successful recipients could receive up to $3,000 for tuition, and $500 for books and other fees (e.g., transportation), towards a part- or full-time post-secondary program at an accredited university, college, career academy, or trade school program happening in the upcoming school year.  

While the program is launching as a pilot for the 2024-25 academic year, its roots run deep into the heart of Regent Park’s vibrant spirit. We heard you loud and clear from your feedback on our Community Benefits Engagement Process that launched with a “listening” phase last year; undeniably, scholarships emerged as an investment the community values and wants, and although it is a pilot program this year its impact is no less profound. The success and impact of this pilot program for 2024-25 will play a crucial role in developing the scholarship program further following the community’s vote on the Community Benefits Agreement packages to be released in 2024. 

We invite aspiring scholars from Regent Park to seize this opportunity, knowing that their success today lays the foundation for the robust scholarship program that awaits, fueled by community unity and commitment. Stay tuned for updates as we embark on this transformative journey together. 

Key facts

• Application deadline: Monday, June 24, at 4 p.m. 
• Scholarship awards are valued at up to $3,000 for tuition fees.  
• A $500 bursary is awarded for books and fees, such as transportation costs. 
• A cumulative maximum of $10,000 (tuition plus bursaries) per recipient from the scholarship program throughout the revitalization period, or until funds have been exhausted. 
• Scholarship awards are applicable for part- or full-time studies. Programs may be in-person, online, or hybrid. 
• Recipients will be selected by a panel of evaluators. Winners will be contacted/announced on Friday, July 12. 
• Funds will be released to the educational/training institution upon proof of enrolment. 
• Bursaries will be released directly to the recipients. 
• Scholarship recipients are eligible to use their funds to pay tuition fees for several terms within one academic calendar year, including Fall 2024 and Winter 2025. 

TCHC recognizes that the impacts of anti-Black racism have created negative outcomes for Black communities in Toronto, including underrepresentation in decision-making and access to social and economic opportunities. Through our Confronting Anti-Black Racism Strategy (PDF), we are committed to providing meaningful economic opportunities, such as creating and prioritizing access to scholarship opportunities that Black-identifying tenants can participate in and attain.

Questions?

Please contact us: 

• Email: TalkRegentPark@TorontoHousing.ca 
• Call: Esha Kidwai, Community Revitalization Assistant at 437-231-7874
• Office: 530 Dundas St. E. (Monday and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)