Last updated Friday February 23rd, 2024

The Division of
University Advancement

A team of Canada’s top advancement professionals works with donors, alumni, students, faculty, and staff on U of T’s ambitious fundraising and alumni engagement goals. 

Through our current Defy Gravity campaign, the team supports U of T’s commitment to inclusive excellence – the idea that every member of our community should thrive in  
an environment of belonging – and helps the University bring together top minds from every conceivable background to create a healthier, more sustainable, and equitable world.

Under the leadership of the Vice-President, Advancement, the Division fosters a culture of respect, compassion, and inclusion. These values are our strengths, which we live and build upon in every interaction within the organization and beyond.

Our Leadership

The best people in Canadian fundraising work at U of T. In collaboration with the Vice-President, senior leadership is constantly raising the bar for advancement practice in Canada.