On January 8, 2020, a Ukrainian airliner crashed near Tehran, Iran. Victims of the crash included 57 Canadians. Among the victims, 34 people were employed at or studying in universities and colleges in Ontario. In remembrance of the victims and to commemorate the talent that was lost, Ontario will continue to provide publicly-assisted postsecondary institutions with funding for dedicated scholarships for the 2024-2025, 2025-2026, and 2026-27 academic years. The value of each scholarship is $10,000.

Eligibility: The Remembrance Scholarship is available to students studying at U of T in the 2024-25 academic year. Both domestic and international students are eligible for this award. Residency and/or citizenship is not a requirement for eligibility.

Award Type: Current students

Action: Application Required

Availability: Domestic Students International Students

Level of Study: Undergraduate

Deadline to Apply: Application closes Friday, February 28, 2025 at 11:59pm

Value/Amount: Seven (7) scholarships with a value of $10,000 each

Academic Year: 2024-2025

How to Apply: 

• Complete the U of T Student Awards Application
• Paper applications or applications sent by email will not be accepted.