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Patchanon (Scott) Sanchon arrived in Toronto with a clear vision: to build something of his own in the global restaurant industry. Today, the Chef School alumnus and co-founder of Canada’s first ChaTraMue location is investing in the next generation through the ChaTraMue Scholarship.

The Gordon and Ruth Gooder Charitable Foundation is investing $300,000 to help more young people access education, develop in-demand skills, and build pathways to meaningful employment.

A $500,000 gift from Scotiabank’s ScotiaRISE initiative will help George Brown Polytechnic expand the ReNEW Career Readiness Program, supporting internationally trained professionals and funding scholarships for women and girls facing barriers to education and employment.

Alumnus Milind Bhargava is investing in George Brown students through scholarships, mentorship, and industry partnerships to support the next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

George Brown Polytechnic and the Schulich Builders Scholarship program are helping create pathways to success for the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

Frederick (“Fred”) Jack Van Koughnett’s journey is a powerful reflection of perseverance, integrity, and the life-changing impact of skilled trades education.

In October, George Brown proudly welcomed 20 youth and young adults with an interest in pursuing careers in the skilled trades on Thursday, October 10, for the annual Building Opportunities for Life Today (BOLT) Day of Discovery.

George Brown College is pleased to announce the launch of the Toronto Blockchain Community Scholarship, a multi-year award that will provide financial support to students pursuing studies in blockchain development. Beginning in Winter 2026 and continuing through Fall 2027, the scholarship will...

Annual celebration recognizes exceptional leadership while supporting the next generation of sports business professionals.

The George Brown College Foundation hosted its 12th annual Food Court Social, bringing together over 600 guests for an extraordinary evening that raised nearly $700,000—a record amount for the signature fundraising event.

Land Acknowledgement

Land Acknowledgement

George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.