Dean Michael Kim named Korean Canadian Scholarship Foundation's 2025 Dream Tree Award recipient
Congratulations to Dean Michael Kim, recipient of the Korean Canadian Scholarship Foundation's (KCSF) 2025 Dream Tree Award. This distinguished accolade honours Korean Canadians who have made significant and lasting contributions to their communities and society at large.
Previous recipients of the award include Dr. Jiwon Oh, staff neurologist, scientist, and Medical Director of the Barlo Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Program at St. Michael’s Hospital, University of Toronto; Anita Lee, Chief Programming Officer for TIFF and TIFF Lightbox, and Raymond Chun, CEO of TD.
"Dr. Kim’s story embodies the spirit of the Dream Tree Award—visionary leadership, creative excellence, and a lifelong commitment to community," says Peter Chang, Chair of KCSF. "He exemplifies how the arts can serve as a bridge between cultures and generations, inspiring young Korean Canadians to pursue their dreams with purpose and pride."
The 2025 Dream Tree Award will be formally presented at Sol Gala 2025: Harmonie en Fleurs, KCSF’s annual fundraising gala taking place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, in Toronto.
About KCSF and the Dream Tree Award
Founded in 1978, the Korean Canadian Scholarship Foundation (KCSF) is a registered charity dedicated to empowering Korean Canadian youth to achieve academic excellence, leadership, and community impact. To date, KCSF has awarded over 1,000 scholarships and bursaries, totaling more than $2 million in support.
The Dream Tree Award, established in 2015, celebrates Korean Canadians whose achievements elevate the profile of the community in Canada and beyond—planting seeds of inspiration for future generations. KCSF welcomes community nominations year-round to recognize and connect with Korean Canadian leaders who are excelling in their respective fields and making a meaningful impact. Through this award, KCSF aims to bring these trailblazers together in celebration of their shared contributions and collective inspiration. Nominations are accepted at www.kcsf.ca.
