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BIG TMU SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MEDICAL STUDENTS

The Bikram S. Dhillon and Family Scholarship – worth up to $50,000 each – will be awarded to five outstanding students demonstrating commitment to health in their community. And, each year, five incoming students of high academic standing will receive the Bikram S. Dhillon and Family Award, providing $5,000 to each student toward their medical education.

Bikram Dhillon, CEO of BVD Group, and his family have made a transformational donation to the TMU School of Medicine in Brampton.

The school welcomed its first cohort of future physicians in July with the launch of its Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) programs.

Over 100 residents began their training in 16 newly accredited residency programs.

The Dhillon family’s multi-million-dollar contribution will support the establishment of the university’s new medical library along with two new student awards.

Recognizing that the costs of undertaking a medical education can be a challenge for many promising candidates, the Dhillon family established two new awards programs.

The Bikram S. Dhillon and Family Scholarship – worth up to $50,000 each – will be awarded to five outstanding students demonstrating commitment to health in their community.

And, each year, five incoming students of high academic standing will receive the Bikram S. Dhillon and Family Award, providing $5,000 to each student toward their medical education.

“Our family believes in the strength of this community,” said Dhillon. “The TMU School of Medicine is a milestone for Brampton. We’re proud to support this institution and hope others will join us in contributing to its success.”