About this award

MOSAIC is proud to award this $3,500 scholarship to a refugee aged 25 years and over to help pay for their education in a helping profession. These careers may include education, health care, social work counselling, or community development.

The award is worth $3,500.

Thank you for your interest in applying for this award. We are no longer receiving new applications. Only selected candidates will be contacted. We appreciate your participation and wish you the best of luck.

Read about the 2025 Recipients

Award Criteria

To be eligible for this award, recipients must meet the following:

  • Be a refugee and currently living in Canada
  • Be 25 years of age and over

  • Be going to school for a helping profession (e.g., education, health care, social work, counselling, community development)

  • Plan to enroll in a Canadian post-secondary school and/or earn Canadian accreditation for gainful employment, continued settlement and contributions in Canada

2025 Recipient

Shahpoor Fazli

Shahpoor is a healthcare professional from Kabul with a medical degree and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology. He’s currently studying Emergency Management and Academic English, and preparing for the MCCQE1 exam. With certifications in clean technology and from the MOSAIC SCOPE program, he aims to build inclusive communities through health, innovation, and social impact.

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