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.
Looking for support to return to school and work?
Come and learn more about the Transitions to Post-secondary Education Program (TPE).
This is a free college program for adults who want to make a change in their lives by going back to school. Unlike other transitional programs, TPE is specifically for people who face barriers to school or employment related to mental health or substance use.
Step 1: Mandatory information session
You must attend an in-person or online information session as your first step in applying to the TPE program. At the information session, you can:
- Hear from and talk with faculty, staff and students from the program.
- Learn about how you can prepare yourself for this program.
- Find out how the program can help you reach your academic and employment goals.
- Find out how to apply.
Step 2: Apply in-person to join the TPE program
You must attend an information session before being eligible to complete an application.