Social Initiatives

Over the years, Foyston, Gordon & Payne has supported several charitable initiatives and organizations.

Foyston, Gordon & Payne MBA Scholarship

McMaster University

The scholarship is presented to an MBA student entering second year with a specialization in Finance and outstanding academic achievement. The DeGroote School of Business MBA program at McMaster University is located at the Ron Joyce Centre in Burlington, Ontario.

Foyston, Gordon & Payne Scholarship

University of Windsor

The University of Windsor is a comprehensive, student-centred university with a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs including several professional schools such as law, business, engineering, education, nursing, human kinetics, and social work.

Foyston, Gordon & Payne Scholarship

Carleton University

The scholarship is awarded annually on the recommendation of the Dean of the Sprott School of Business to a student entering the third or fourth year of a Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of International Business degree with a specialization in Finance. Located in Ottawa, Ontario, Carleton University offers programs of study in areas as diverse as public affairs, journalism, engineering, and international studies.

Foyston, Gordon & Payne Award

King’s University College

This award is granted to two students each year who have made significant contributions to their local community or high school through volunteer work and/or noteworthy extracurricular activity.

10-year contributor to the Advance Credit Experience (ACE) program

York University

York University is helping to shape the global thinkers and thinking that will define tomorrow. York is Canada’s third largest university, with a commitment to excellence which reflects a rich diversity of perspectives and a strong sense of social responsibility that sets it apart.

Foyston, Gordon & Payne Entrance Award

Holland College

Holland College offers more than 60 programs in the culinary arts, policing, marine training, applied sciences and engineering technology, trades and industrial technology, health and community services, communications and media studies, computer studies, business, sport and leisure, performing arts, and tourism in 13 campuses and centres in Prince Edward Island.

Foyston, Gordon & Payne Bursary

University of King's College

The annual bursary supported students entering first year at the University of King’s College with a demonstrated financial need. Located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the University of King’s College is Canada’s oldest chartered university and is known nationally and internationally for its interdisciplinary programmes in the humanities and journalism.

Supporter of the Masters in Development Practice program

University of Winnipeg

Located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the University of Winnipeg offers undergraduate programs in the faculties of art, business and economics, education, science and kinesiology, as well as graduate programs. It is noted for Indigenous scholarship, environmental commitment, small class sizes, and campus diversity.

Monetary support for fundraising initiatives

HopeSpring Cancer Support Center

Located in Kitchener, Ontario, HopeSpring is an independent community organization committed to empowering those whose lives are impacted by cancer to improve their emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. The centre offers information, emotional support, and the tools needed for empowerment, personal growth and self-help.

Monetary support for high priority projects

Southlake Regional Health Care Foundation

Southlake Foundation is dedicated to supporting Southlake Regional Health Centre, and the world-class care the hospital provides to York Region and surrounding communities in southern Ontario. In partnership with its generous donors, Southlake Foundation is transforming lives, one gift at a time.

Monetary support for high priority projects and the purchase of equipment

Lakeridge Health Foundation

Lakeridge Health Foundation is dedicated to supporting Lakeridge Health, one of Ontario’s largest community hospitals. The Foundation secures donations and raises awareness for the hospital to fund capital projects, education, research and the acquisition of equipment.