Established Korean Canadian organizations that run mentoring, youth and student programs. Each organization runs its own programs, so apply or ask through their official site.
Checked on each organization's official site on Oct 24, 2026. Programs change, so confirm on their site.
Scholarships · Canada-wide
Korean Canadian Scholarship Foundation (KCSF)
A national scholarship foundation for Korean Canadian youth. Offers scholarships, leadership training and community connections.
Programs
Scholarships for full-time college and university students. Open to citizens, permanent residents and study permit holders of Korean heritage or with a meaningful connection to the Korean community.
Separate awards for first-year and upper-year students. One application covers every award you qualify for.
Bursaries for full-time college and university students, with a separate application.
LEAD Program: leadership training for KCSF Scholars. Monthly online sessions from September to spring, plus a team practicum with a community mentor.
Konnect Camp: an identity and mentorship camp for Korean Canadian high school students. Not running in 2026.
Professional associations · North York office, chapters across Canada
Association of Korean-Canadian Scientists and Engineers (AKCSE)
A Korean Canadian science and engineering association founded in 1986, with about 3,000 members.
Programs
17 Young Generation (YG) university chapters, including U of T, TMU, McMaster, Queen's, Waterloo, Western, uOttawa, Carleton and McGill. Student networking and personal development.
8 Young Professional (YP) chapters, including Greater Toronto, the National Capital Region and Quebec. Connects members with students.
Member awards, including the Best Student Member Award and Best Young Professional Member Award.
National Math & Science Competition (NMSC) for Grades 4 to 11.
Community · Toronto (North York, Bathurst and Finch)
KCWA Family and Social Services
A non-profit volunteer organization started in 1985 by women concerned with women's and family issues. Provides settlement, family, employment and social welfare services.
Programs
One-on-one career coaching for newcomers eligible for federal settlement services who are looking for or changing jobs. Up to four sessions per person.
Seminars for job seekers, such as English interview skills.
Settlement help on ID, housing, school registration, healthcare, banking and taxes. Visa and immigration counselling.
Family and youth seminars, such as a speaking workshop for teens.
A non-profit for Koreans in Toronto and the GTA, founded in 1970. Works to advance Korean Canadians' rights, preserve Korean culture and connect generations.
Programs
Eight-week culture classes: $80 for members, $100 for non-members.
Children and youth programs. Volunteer instructors wanted for culture classes.
Community events such as Seollal celebrations and the March 1st Movement ceremony.
Community news board with notices on internships and education programs.
Set up and run by Korea's Ministry of Education as the education section of the Korean Consulate General in Toronto. Supports Korean language and culture education and educational exchange between Korea and Canada.
Programs
Summer Korean Language Intensive Camp for Grades 8 to 12. Held at the U of T downtown campus in 2026, $150 per student.
Korean class listings, TOPIK information and study in Korea information.
Korean community school (Hangeul school) registration and school list.