The application for the 2023 Mentorship Program will open on Navigator around April – June.

Please contact [email protected] if you have any questions.

MISSION
The ULI Toronto Mentorship Program aims to provide a high-quality, safe and inclusive mentorship environment governed by trust and open communication for ULI Toronto members, reflective of the diversity of our city. The mission of the program is:

• To Build Intentional Relationships:  By providing a unique opportunity for current and future leaders to build rewarding, life-long relationships while collectively exploring the past, present and future of their careers.
• To Assist with Career Development:  By empowering participants to be more proactive in identifying, planning and achieving their career goals while providing learning opportunities and resources to help participants build their professional networks within our industry.
• To Strengthen the Industry:  By supporting the inclusion, retention, development and advancement of future leaders in city building, while infusing the industry with new ideas and perspectives.
• To Impact the Discourse:  By facilitating trusted relationships that encourage mentor / mentee interactions as well as ‘reverse’ mentoring, we support mutually-beneficial opportunities to learn and ideate.
• To Become a ULI Gateway Experience:  By serving as a bridge for program participants to engage with ULI more broadly, by encouraging involvement across the organization and promoting attendance at ULI events.

COMMITMENT
The mentorship program provides a valuable opportunity for young leaders to enhance their careers by building relationships with seasoned industry veterans. To achieve this, it is critical that all participants adhere to our core principles:

• Mentors and mentees will meet on a monthly basis throughout the duration of the program sessions.
• Mentors and mentees will attend 100% of program’s events to support meaningful connection and engagement.
• Mentors and mentees will foster trusting relationships and keep all conversations confidential. Participants who violate confidentiality will be asked to leave the program.
• Mentees understand that the mentorship program is first and foremost an opportunity for professionals to share valuable insights and network within the sector. The program is not designed to provide job opportunities; mentees are not to ask mentors for introductions.

PROGRAM DURATION

• February  – December (11 Months)

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

• Thursday, March 3, 2022: Kick-off Session (Virtual)
  • This session consists of a meet and greet with all of our mentors and mentees, which informs the pairing process.
• April 2022:  Session 1 (Virtual)
• June 2022:  Session 2 (In-Person; Outdoors)
• September 2022: Session 3 (Virtual)
• December 2022: Wrap Up Social (In-Person)

Timing and program format are subject to change. ULI is committed to our attendees’ safety and health and will follow Ontario safety and health protocols.

PROGRAM COST

Mentees: $175 CAD + HST

• If you aren’t a member at the time of application, your membership fee will be added to your final invoice. For details about the cost and benefit of membership, please visit our membership page.

Mentors: No Cost Required

• Sponsor a Mentee: if you’re interested in sponsoring a mentee to participate in the program, please reach out to [email protected]. All proceeds collected in this scholarship fund will go towards registration fees for Pathways to Inclusion Program Participants – any support is appreciated.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Application Period:

• Applications will open April – June with selection process over the summer.

Selection Criteria
For Mentees:

• All applicants must be active members of ULI Toronto
• Mentee applicants must have at least two years of relevant full-time work experience prior to the time of application.
• Applicants must complete the application in full.
• Due to limited availability, not all applicants will be accepted. Preference will be given to first-time participants, but returning mentees are welcome to apply.
• We do not consider full/part-time students in undergraduate/graduate programs unless they have met the relevant working experience criteria.

For Mentors:

• Mentors must have 10+ years of experience in the Real Estate and Development Industry.
• Mentors with ULI Memberships are preferred.
• Sponsor a Mentee: if you’re interested in sponsoring a mentee to participate in the program, please reach out to [email protected] . All proceeds collected in this scholarship fund will go towards registration fees for Pathways to Inclusion Program Participants – any support is appreciated.