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Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) - Toronto - Ontario - Canada
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Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB)

Financial support for first-generation Ontario students
Offered by
Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)
Official source: torontomu.ca
Latest source update
Last Update: June 22, 2026
Latest change: The Ontario First Generation Bursary record now shows key eligibility, funding, scope, and contact details, including a value of $1,000 to $3,500 and 50 awards available.
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Ontario First Generation Bursary details now visible
The Ontario First Generation Bursary record now shows its core program details, including a funding value of $1,000 to $3,500, 50 awards available, and eligibility for first-generation students who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons, Ontario residents, and full-time undergraduate students in years 1 to 4 with a minimum 60% course load and a 1.67 CGPA or better. The record also now lists the program scope as all areas of study in Ontario and provides the Toronto Metropolitan University contact information, including the Student Financial Assistance Office, room POD-59, 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON M5B 2K3, telephone (416) 979-5036, and email awards@ryerson.ca.
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 3,500
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Who can apply

Ontario postsecondary students

See full eligibility

Overview

The Ontario First Generation Bursary supports first-generation Ontario students pursuing full-time undergraduate studies. It provides financial assistance for students in clear academic standing who demonstrate financial need.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase social or community impact
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 3,500 $
  • Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Toronto
  • Ontario
Legal structures
  • All legal structures
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • All groups

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Documents Needed

  • Completed AwardSpring profile
  • Budget form on AwardSpring
  • Written statement on first-generation experience

Official resources

Official page

Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB)

Program guide

Ontario First Generation Bursary

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Ontario postsecondary students
  • Toronto Metropolitan University students
  • Undergraduate students

Who is not eligible

  • Students in spring/summer or winter terms
  • Students in graduate programs
  • Students in prerequisite-entry programs such as law or medicine

Eligible geographic areas

  • Ontario

Selection criteria

  • First-generation status.
  • Financial need.
  • Academic standing and year of study.

How to apply

  • Step 1: Create an AwardSpring profile
    • Register on TMU’s scholarship management platform.
  • Step 2: Complete matching requirements
    • Indicate interest in awards with financial need.
    • Complete the budget form.
    • Declare first-generation status.
  • Step 3: Submit the application statement
    • Provide a written statement of up to 500 words about your first-generation experience.

Processing and Agreement

  • Applications are reviewed through the school or TMU scholarship platform.
  • Applicants are notified through the university’s financial aid process.
  • Recipients receive the bursary after approval.

Additional information

  • The bursary is available only in the fall semester.
  • It is no longer offered in the winter semester.
  • Recipients receive funds through PayMyTuition.
  • The bursary does not affect OSAP entitlement.

Contacts

awards@ryerson.ca
(416) 979-5036

Frequently Asked Questions about the Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) Program

What is the Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB)?

The Ontario First Generation Bursary supports first-generation Ontario students pursuing full-time undergraduate studies. It provides financial assistance for students in clear academic standing who demonstrate financial need.

How much funding can be received?

Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) Funds up to $3,500 of admissible expenses.

Who is eligible for the Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) program?

To be eligible for the Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) program, you must: First-generation student Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person Ontario resident in a full-time undergraduate degree program

Who can I contact for more information about the Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB)?

You can contact Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) by email at awards@ryerson.ca or by phone at (416) 979-5036.

Where is the Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) available?

The Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) program is available the province of Ontario.

Is the Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB)?

Ontario First Generation Bursary (OFGB) is funded by Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)