Investing in Our Diversity Scholarship Program (IIODS)

Application process

How do I apply?

Applications for the 2025 IIODS program are now closed.

If you have any questions about the IIODS program, please contact Toronto Community Housing at economic.opportunities@torontohousing.ca.

Who is eligible?

Grade 12 high school students and/or graduates, GED graduates or post-secondary undergraduate students involved in anti-racism, diversity and/or building safe and healthy communities, and who can answer yes to all of the following:

• A Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• 29 years old or younger
• Not a previous recipient of an IIOD Scholarship
• TCHC tenant or person living in the Scadding Court Community Centre (SCCC) catchment area (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 Canadian post-secondary education or training school (i.e., college, university, career academy or apprenticeship) in the upcoming academic year
• Able to demonstrate a need for financial assistance.

How are recipients selected?

Successful scholarship recipients are selected from among Toronto's up-and-coming diverse young leaders by the IIODS administration team.

Each recipient must have made a strong contribution to their communities in promoting diversity, equity and anti-racism dialogue.

Donors

Thank you to the scholarship founders and donors.