W.J. Houston Scholarship

The W.J. Houston Scholarship honours the memory of W.J. Houston, Principal of North Toronto Collegiate from 1945 to 1959.  Mr. Houston was instrumental in establishing music as a part of the academic curriculum of the school.  He was also a keen supporter of the extra-curricular music program.

The scholarship is awarded to a student in the graduating class on the basis of outstanding academic achievement (a North Toronto graduation average of at least 80%) and outstanding contribution to the extra-curricular music program.  The winner is chosen by the teachers of music.

Jack Dow Music Scholarship

The Jack Dow Music Scholarship honours the memory of Jack Dow, teacher of music at North Toronto Collegiate from 1946 to 1958.  “Mr. Music,” as he was called, originated the annual Maytime Melodies program to showcase the musical talents of North Toronto students.

The scholarship is awarded to a student in the graduating class who will continue his or her study of music at a post-secondary institution. The winner of the award is chosen by the teachers of music on the basis of outstanding contribution to the extra-curricular music program.

Dr. Myron Tarshis Music Award

The Dr. Myron Tarshis Music Award honours the memory of Dr. Myron Tarshis, father of Susan Tarshis, an outstanding student in the North Toronto music program (1982-1987).  Dr. Tarshis was a proud supporter of the music program until his death during Susan’s graduation year.

The award is given to a student in the graduating class.  The winner of the award is chosen by the teachers of music on the basis of outstanding contribution to the extra-curricular music program. Preference is given to a student in the band program.

Mike Cherry Memorial Award

The Mike Cherry Memorial Award honours the memory of Mike Cherry, an outstanding clarinettist in the school bands and orchestras from 1950 to 1955.  Following his graduation, Mr. Cherry took up the saxophone and played professionally in jazz clubs and coffee houses around the city.

The award is given to a student in the graduating class.  The winner of the award is chosen by the teachers of music on the basis of outstanding contribution to the extra-curricular music program. Preference is given to a student in the woodwind program.

David J. Tyrrell Award for Vocal Music

The David J. Tyrrell Award honours the memory of David Tyrrell, an outstanding student in the vocal music program from 1970 to 1976.

The award is given to a student in the graduating class.  The winner of the award is chosen by the teacher of vocal music on the basis of outstanding contribution to the extra-curricular music program.

Jeremy Loomes Drama Scholarship

The J. Loomes Scholarship honours the memory of Jeremy Loomes, a North Toronto 2006 graduate who was very well known for his outstanding academic achievement in the drama classroom.  Jeremy had a passion for theatre and he was very involved in all aspects of extra-curricular drama, participating in the Sears Ontario Drama Festival, the school play, Lunch Hour Theatres, and the Improv Theatre Club.  He is fondly remembered by his many friends and teachers at N.T. who appreciated and shared in the excitement of his many talents and interests.

This scholarship is awarded to a student in the graduating class on the basis of outstanding academic achievement (a  N.T. graduation average of at least 80%) and who will continue  with his or her study of drama, dance, film, and communication/broadcasting arts at a post-secondary institution.  Preference is given to a drama student who has made an outstanding contribution to the extra-curricular drama program during a minimum of 3 years at North Toronto. The winner of the award is chosen by the drama teachers and other teachers involved in extra-curricular drama events.

Hal Brown “Triple A” Memorial Award

The “Triple A” Award honours the outstanding contribution of Hal Brown to the North Toronto school community. The three A’s in the title of the award represent Athletics, Attitude, and Achievement.  The award is presented to a student in the graduating class who excels in athletics, who achieves a graduation average of at least 75%, and whose positive attitude both to sport and to learning exemplifies the citizenship of Hal Brown.

The award is given to student athlete in the graduating class. The winner of the award is chosen by the teachers of men’s and women’s health and physical education.  There is no requirement that the award alternate between a male and female graduate from year to year.

TSSWAA Scholarship

The TSSWAA Scholarship is the gift of the Toronto Secondary Schools Women’s Athletic Association.  The award was first presented in 1999 and it will continue for five years until 2003.  The winner of the award each year will have her name engraved upon a TSSWAA commemorative plaque to be kept at the school and will receive both a cheque and a certificate which outlines the nature and achievement of the award.

The award is given to a female athlete in the graduating class who has been a positive role model both in extra-curricular athletics and within the school community.  The winner of the award is chosen by the teachers of women’s health and physical education.

North Toronto rules for extra-curricular awards require that the recipient achieve a graduating average of at least 70% although TSSWAA notes that the award should not be “determined solely on marks.”

Cameron Gray Memorial Award

The Cameron Gray Memorial Award recognizes the contribution made to North Toronto Collegiate by Cameron Gray (class of 1963).  Mr. Gray was heavily involved in the athletic program while at NTCI and was a member of the championship football team in his graduating year. Mr. Gray organized reunions of members of this team until the time of his death in 2003.  Mr. Gray was one of the organizers of the 75th reunion of North Toronto which occurred in 1987. He was the recipient of the Sifton Trophy in 1963.

The award is given to a female or male athlete in the graduating class.   It is presented to a person who has been a positive role model both in extra-curricular athletics and within the school community.  The winner of the award is chosen by the teachers of health and physical education.

North Toronto rules for extra-curricular awards require that the recipient achieve a graduating average of at least 70% although the Gray family has indicated that the award should not be “determined solely on marks.”

Carole Whelan G.A.A. Award

Carole Whelan taught history at North Toronto for over 25 years. Mrs. Whelan was very involved in many aspects of the school and especially the G.A.A.

The award is given to a female who has made an outstanding contribution to the activities of the Girls’ Athletic Association and who has been a positive role model within the school community.  The winner of the award is chosen by the staff advisor to the Girls’ Athletic Association in consultation with the teachers of women’s health and physical education.

Douglas F. Lumb Memorial Award

Douglas F. Lumb was an excellent teacher and Assistant Head of History at North Toronto from 1965 to 1976.  During the course of his career, Mr. Lumb earned the affection and respect of his students and colleagues alike.  Constantly stimulating others with his inexhaustible curiosity and diverse interests, he recognized and skillfully fostered a love of History and Current Affairs in those he taught.  Doug also gave generously of his time, supervising the Marching Band and the Boys’ Gymnastics team. Doug was also involved in the school’s drama productions – theatre and drama were his special passion for many years.

It was a great loss to both students and staff, when he died of intestinal cancer shortly after leaving North Toronto to become Head of History at Riverdale C.I.

The award is given to a student in the graduating class.  The winner of the award is chosen by the teacher of dramatic arts and other teachers involved in the extra-curricular drama program on the basis of outstanding contribution to the extra-curricular drama program. The winner need not have been a student in the dramatic arts classroom. Special consideration will be given to students with a strong background in History out of respect to Mr. Lumb’s background as a teacher.

Perkins-Leitman Book Prize for Excellence and Originality in English Literature

The book prize is given to a student in the graduating class.  The prize is donated by the family of Deborah Perkins-Leitman, an NT student of the graduating class of 2003 who studies English Literature at the University of Toronto.  The winner of the prize and the book to be awarded are chosen by the English teachers of North Toronto Collegiate Institute.

The award is given to a student whose passion for literature is demonstrated by the student’s insightful and original writing about literature. Consideration may also be given to the quality of student’s oral participation in English classes. While the award is given to recognize one student each year, its purpose is equally to recognize the outstanding talent, intelligence and commitment of the teaching staff in the English Department at North Toronto Collegiate Institute.

Waldron Prize for Writing and/or Publication

Ian Waldron was a long-time member of the North Toronto teaching staff.  During his twenty-two tears at the school, he served as Head of English, Head of Classics, and Vice-Principal, but his love of the written and spoken word were his great legacy to his students.

The award is given to a student in the graduating class.  The winner of the award is chosen by the staff advisors of the various school publications (Red and Grey, Graffiti, and Pentagon) on the basis of outstanding contribution to the publications of the school. Organizational and editorial leadership are essential criteria for this award.  Consideration is also given to students who are recognized for their published writing outside the school.

The award may be given for writing, for publication, or for both, in any given year