Grants and Contributions:

Title:
Flight PS752 commemorative scholarship program
Agreement Number:
7463220 P013604001
Agreement Value:
$29,000.00
Agreement Date:
Nov 12, 2024 - Jul 31, 2025
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:
Montreal, Quebec, CA H3Z 1E8
Reference Number:
064-2024-2025-Q3-00076
Agreement Type:
Grant
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
1051950961367
Recipient Type:
Not-for-profit organization or charity
Recipient's Legal Name:
Ahmadreza Mohammadpoouryaz
Federal Riding Name:
Notre-Dame-de-Grâce--Westmount
Federal Riding Number:
24053