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Transformational gift from Tony Comper advances exciting renewal at St. Michael’s
Inspired by what he saw when he recently returned to take courses at St. Michael’s College, U of T alumnus Tony Comper established a bequest to endow a professorship in Medieval Studies.
Rotman legacy gift at the core of school’s transformation
The Rotman Catalyst Fund—formed by Joseph L. Rotman’s historic $30-million bequest, will encourage innovative projects to transform management education and research.
Celebrating transformational gifts to the University of Toronto
2015 marked the anniversary of a number of iconic donations to the University of Toronto. These gifts have transformed the University, contributing to its legacy as one of the world’s top teaching and research universities. These gifts were made both during and prior to the University’s Boundless campaign.
To lead, you first have to learn: Henderson and Cairine Scott’s gift for OISE students
Henderson (Glenn) and Cairine Scott created a bequest to support graduate students at U of T’s Ontario Institute of Studies in Education.
To foster leadership in health care, Esta Wall creates a scholarship for gerontology students
Esta Wall dedicated her career to transforming senior care. Her bequest to the Dalla Lana School of Public Health now helps students with exciting projects follow in her footsteps.
While you were away… U of T was busy building for the future
The University of Toronto has been working hard on transformational projects, aiming to complete as much construction work as possible before students return.
The U of T (Hong Kong) Foundation celebrates 25 years of changing lives
To mark the anniversary, Meric Gertler, Daisy Ho and David Palmer gathered for a “fireside chat” with three Foundation Scholars.
University of Toronto receives single largest gift in Canadian history from James and Louise Temerty to support advances in human health and health care
The $250-million gift will support discovery, collaboration, innovation, equity and student well-being across the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and its affiliated hospital network, advancing its leadership as a global centre of excellence in human health and health care.
A gift from Richard Nesbitt and Lucy Lawlor expands mentorship opportunities at the Rotman School
The generous gift establishes the Rotman LEADS Program (Leadership, Exploration, Advice, Development and Success) with the goal of extending mentorship support to 300 students.
Generous gift from the family of Linda Munk to support English MA students
U of T Professor Emeritus Linda Munk inspired a love for writing and poetry in thousands. A generous $500,000 endowment will support a young scholar in the Department of English each year.
In Memoriam: Marvelle Koffler (1929-2020)
The University of Toronto is deeply saddened by the loss of Marvelle Koffler. Together with her husband Murray, Marvelle was one of the University’s greatest proponents, generously supporting research and education in the areas of conservation, pharmacy and breast cancer care.
U of T names Michael Sabia director of the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy
A U of T alumnus, Sabia will draw on his considerable experience in both the public and private sectors to help realize the Munk School’s growing ambitions in Canada and on the global stage.
The Landmark Project: a greener, more accessible St. George campus core
The Landmark Project expects to begin construction in 2020. The initiative will pedestrianize much of the historic core of U of T’s St. George campus.
Boundless campaign exceeds expanded fundraising goal and creates lasting impact
More than 100,000 donors in 99 countries came together to raise $2.641 billion for the University of Toronto, an achievement that reflects our supporters’ shared belief in U of T’s ability to imagine a brighter future for our city, our country and our world.
Giving economic game-changers room to innovate
Thanks to the Rotman Catalyst Fund, the Rotman School of Management has been able to invest in research that is profoundly impacting business and society.
A beloved landmark reborn
John and Myrna Daniels’ transformative philanthropy establishes the award-winning Daniels Building at One Spadina Crescent for the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design.
Visionary philanthropy
The Boundless campaign succeeded thanks to a core group of visionary donors and volunteers who shared our conviction that U of T can make a decisive difference in the world.
New Labatt Family Network provides hope for understanding the biology of depression
A new collaborative research powerhouse will explore and discover the underlying causes of this debilitating illness and train future leaders in the field.
New gift to Dept. of Medicine marks 100 years of U of T’s first endowed chair
In 1919, an unprecedented philanthropic gift by Sir John and Lady Eaton helped support the creation of U of T’s Department of Medicine, ushering in a new era of medical education and discovery in Canada.
New $6-million gift supports talented Daniels students
U of T announces a new $6-million gift to create the John and Myrna Daniels Foundation Opportunity Awards to help talented graduate and undergraduate students at the Daniels Faculty shape the future of architecture, landscape architecture and urban design.
Can a student urban planning project spark a community boom?
A donor-funded scholarship supported Clara Shipman’s project: a redevelopment blueprint for Toronto churches that saves vital community spaces.
Honouring the enduring legacy of philanthropy at U of T
The Chancellors’ Circle of Benefactors recognizes the central role that philanthropy has played in advancing U of T’s excellence and impact.
U of T’s new School of Cities unites experts to address urban challenges
The unique and ambitious project will draw together the best minds from a wide range of disciplines to solve the pressing challenges of global cities.
Rotman family commits $6 million to the Centre for Health Sector Strategy
The Rotman Family, who helped transform business education at U of T’s Rotman School of Management, has committed $6 million to support the Rotman School’s Centre for Health Sector Strategy.
Terrence Donnelly’s $10-million gift funds basic science, new catalyst hub
The donation is Donnelly’s third major commitment to U of T, and completes an arc of strategic giving that boosts U of T’s capacity and reputation as an international leader in research and teaching in health care and basic science.
Toronto’s Vector Institute officially opens
With the creation of the Toronto-based Vector Institute, Ontario and Canada are leading in the booming field of artificial intelligence, with U of T researchers at the forefront.
The Landmark Project
We invite you to help us revitalize and beautify the St. George campus by supporting the placement of a granite paver, bench, tree or garden in the historic heart of the University of Toronto.
U of T’s Boundless campaign surpasses historic $2-billion mark and expands goal to $2.4 billion
Thanks to the unprecedented generosity of 94,736 alumni and friends, the Boundless campaign has set a new record for philanthropy in Canada and helped U of T reach new levels of excellence, innovation and impact. By expanding its goal to $2.4 billion, the campaign will support compelling new initiatives inspired by the University’s Three Priorities.
Roslyn and Murray Herst invest in talented student doctors
Donors like Roslyn and Murray Herst are helping the Boundless campaign build on U of T’s commitment to accessibility and outstanding education by raising vital funds for student aid.
Building innovative startups, like AI game-changer Blue J Legal
The Rotman Catalyst Fund, created through Joseph L. Rotman’s $30-million legacy gift, will help the Rotman School continue to foster innovation and fund tomorrow’s cutting-edge startups, including new ventures based on artificial intelligence.
Reimagining a landmark: One Spadina Crescent will create a collaborative hub for a better Toronto
One Spadina Crescent will be the new home of the University of Toronto’s John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design, a Toronto landmark where scholars will reimagine and envision the future of cities.
Toronto comes out to support One Spadina Crescent
Members of Toronto’s architecture, design, development, business and philanthropic communities came out to toast and support U of T’s new Daniels Building at One Spadina.
How does mentoring transform communities?
The IMANI program connects UTSC student mentors to Scarborough middle and high school students who need help improving their grades, and has inspired a community through its success.
David Palmer, U of T’s vice-president of advancement, receives outstanding achievement award
The Canadian Council for the Advancement of Education names Palmer as the recipient of its 2016 honour.
Fifth anniversary of the Munk School of Global Affairs
U of T recently celebrated the remarkable legacy of Peter and Melanie Munk’s generosity to the University and how, in just five years, the Munk School of Global Affairs has taken great strides to make their vision a reality.
Capital projects support
Renovating the famous Coach House to accommodate the modern needs of the McLuhan Program for Culture and Technology.
Joe Weider Foundation establishes the Leadership Development Lab at Rotman
A $3 million gift from a prominent name in health and fitness will strengthen the self-development program at the Rotman School of Management.
How do we address the transit challenges ahead?
Debates about public transit are empty without empirical evidence. By researching urban redevelopment, Professor André Sorensen and his students at the Cities Lab at UTSC are informing the discussion of transit options for Scarborough, the Greater Toronto Area and cities across North America.
Historic $130 million gift to establish the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research
Largest private donation in Canadian health-care history will bring together the strengths of SickKids, UHN, and U of T in personalized genomic medicine, tissue engineering, and advanced cardiac care to address heart failure across the lifespan.
Gift honours urban visionary Paul Oberman
Like her late husband, urban visionary Paul Oberman, Eve Lewis is committed to the enhancement and preservation of architectural landmarks that reflect the heritage of the local community.
Landmark to become new Home for John H. Daniels Faculty Of Architecture, Landscape, and Design
U of T has unveiled its ambitious plans to transform One Spadina Crescent into the new home of the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design.
Joseph Wong Named inaugural Roz and Ralph Halbert Professor of Innovation Munk School
Thanks to the generosity of Roz and Ralph Halbert, longtime U of T supporters who have provided critical funding to build academic bridges between institutions and countries, U of T has a new innovation professorship: The Roz and Ralph Halbert Professor of Innovation at the Munk School of Global Affairs.
MasterCard Foundation donates $22.5 million to educate and develop scholars from Africa
The MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program has made an outstanding US$22.5-million gift to the University of Toronto. The gift aims to help educate and develop young scholars from Africa, preparing them to lead change in their communities.
Victoria University launches “Imagination Unbound”
Victoria University President Paul Gooch helped launch Vic’s “Imagination Unbound” fundraising campaign during a ceremony at Isabel Bader Theatre.
