Title:
Flight PS752 commemorative scholarship program
Agreement Number:
7456507 P013604001
Agreement Value:
$29,000.00
Agreement Date:
Feb 6, 2024 - Mar 31, 2024
Description:
The PS752 Commemorative Scholarship Program is a meaningful tribute to the 176 victims who tragically lost their lives in the PS752 flight disaster on January 8, 2020. Among these victims were brilliant minds and dedicated students who significantly contributed to Canada’s educational institutions. Over the next 5 years, from 2023 to 2028 academic year, Global Affairs Canada will offer 176 scholarships to international and Canadian post-secondary students studying in Canada to honour their legacies.
A minimum of 70% of the scholarships will to be granted to international students, reflecting the percentage of international passengers on Flight PS752. This prestigious scholarship offers applicants the chance to receive an average of $25,000.
Organization:
Global Affairs Canada
Expected Results:
The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) increased inclusive and equitable access to quality higher education by Canadian and international students, reflecting the academic or professional background of the victims of PS752 or fields relevant to air disaster prevention; (2) increased awareness among Canadian and international students of scholarship opportunities created by the program; (3) enhanced promotion of Government of Canada efforts to commemorate the victims of PS752 and their families; and (4) increased awareness among Canadians of the victims of PS752 and to remember and honour their legacies. The PS752 Commemorative Scholarship Program will award 176 scholarships to international and Canadian post-secondary students (70% international and 30% domestic students), averaging $25,000, over 5 years, starting in the 2023 to 2024 academic year.
Location:
Toronto, Ontario, CA M4Y 1R5
Reference Number:
064-2024-2025-Q2-00113
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Additional Information:
Belated reporting that should have been included in the 2023-2024 4th Quarter report.
Recipient's Operating Name:
Mahdi Behdani
Recipient's Legal Name:
Mahdi Behdani
Federal Riding Name:
University--Rosedale
Federal Riding Number:
35110