Between the cost of tuition, books, food, and transportation, it can be tough for many students to find the money to cover the cost of postsecondary school. Apply today for the Investing in Our Diversity Scholarship (IIODS) and you could receive $4,000 to cover your tuition fees and school-related expenses for full-time postsecondary education or training.
The number of scholarships given out depends on contributions by donors. In previous years, between 30 to 60 scholarships have been awarded.
How to Apply
- Eligibility
- Application
- Judging
- Terms
- A Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- 29 years old or younger as of April 30, 2026.
- Not a previous recipient of an IIOD Scholarship.
- Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) tenant or person living in the Scadding Court Community Centre (SCCC) catchment area. The area includes Lake Ontario to the south, Bloor Street to the north, Yonge Street to the east, and Lansdowne Avenue to the west.
- Currently studying or planning to attend a recognized post-secondary education or training school in the upcoming academic year. For example, college, university, career academy, or apprenticeship.
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Able to demonstrate a need for financial assistance.
A complete online application includes:
- an academic transcript
- resume
- reference letter
- a financial need summary
- essay or artistic summary
All applications are reviewed by a committee of TCHC staff and external community partners. The committee scores applications based on our scholarship eligibility criteria. This includes:
- financial need
- academics
- work experience
- community service involvement
- extra-curricular activities
- honours/awards
Apply by 5 p.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026.