About Tyndale University
We imagine Tyndale University as an integral part of the community around us. We imagine a future that includes Tyndale as a centre of learning embedded within our surrounding neighbourhood, and that unites living and learning in a way that is truly unique in Canadian higher education. We imagine a community-based hub that includes ravine preservation, community access, affordable housing, and sustainability as the driving principles.
Culturally diverse, multi-denominational, and committed to excellence in scholarship, Tyndale University has become a leading centre for faith-based education in Canada. Founded in 1894 as the Toronto Bible Training School, and later merging with the London College of Bible and Missions to become Ontario Bible College, the school has remained faithful to its founding vision through mergers, moves, and several name changes. In 2003, as the result of a vigorous and thorough review by the Postsecondary Education Assessment Board (PEQAB), and their recommendation to the Ministry of Colleges & Universities that Tyndale has the ability to meet or exceed the requirements of delivering undergraduate and seminary/graduate programs, Tyndale was granted authority to offer a Bachelor of Arts degree. More recently, in early 2020, following another robust review by PEQAB and their recommendation to the Ministry, Ministerial consent was granted to use the name Tyndale University. Effective December 2020 Tyndale’s name was legally changed to Tyndale University.
The history of Tyndale is embodied in a legacy of faithful leadership, dedicated faculty and staff, and above all, in the stories of generations of students who have been formed and inspired for service and cultural engagement in this unique community of learning.
Tyndale University offers a wide array of accredited degree programs in undergraduate and graduate studies. In addition, Tyndale’s Bachelor of Education program, Doctor of Ministry Program, online learning opportunities, robust Summer School programs, flexible learning through on-campus and extensive virtual programs, and continuing education through the Open Learning Centre puts it on the forefront of Christian higher education. Tyndale delivers holistic education designed to prepare students for a broad range of professional, ministry and vocational contexts.
Our institutional mission statement says this:
Tyndale is dedicated to the pursuit of truth, to excellence in teaching, learning and research, for the enriching of mind, heart and character, to serve the church and the world for the glory of God.
Ths mission statement is woven into the heart and ethos of Tyndale, and will remain its legacy for generations to come.
Tyndale has been part of the Steeles/Bayview neighbourhood for almost 45 years, first on Ballyconnor Court beginning in 1976. Since 2015 Tyndale has fully occupied the beautiful grounds of 3377 Bayview Avenue, entrusted to us from the Sisters of St. Joseph.
The story of this property began with the Sisters of St. Joseph, who owned this property and who have committed themselves to assisting vulnerable people in our communities.
The story continued when we were able to acquirei this land and buildings from the Sisters in 2007, in part because of our shared commitment to faith, education, and being Christ’s presence in the world around us. During the time since we acquired this property, there have been numerous conversations at the Board and Cabinet levels about how to best steward the entire property, facilities, and buildings. The goal has never been to sell or develop property simply to gain cash. The goal has always been to steward and care for this property in ways that honour and align with our Mission, with our identity as a Christian university, and as a community contributing in meaningful ways to the City of Toronto.
Dr. Marjory Kerr
President and Vice Chancellor
Dr. Kerr began her term as President and Vice Chancellor of Tyndale University on July 1, 2020. She came to this role having previously served for seven years at Booth University College in Winnipeg, Manitoba, including four years as President and Vice Chancellor, following a three-year term as Vice President Academic and Dean.
Dr. Kerr holds a PhD in industrial/organizational Psychology from the University of Waterloo. She is a registered psychologist in Ontario, and an executive coach, and holds memberships in several professional associations. Her experience includes internal and external consulting and leadership roles focused on the identification and development of organizational talent in the public, private, and not-for-profit/NGO sectors. Dr. Kerr’s international experience includes initiatives throughout the United States and Western Europe, opportunities in Eastern Europe, United Arab Emirates and India, and a two-year assignment in the United Kingdom where she led the consulting practice for an international talent management firm.
Steve Holmes
Chair, Board of Governors
Steven Holmes has been a governor since 2003 and is Chair of both the Board of Governors and the Executive Committee. He is the President and CEO of ICL Management Inc. which provides executive management services to numerous operating companies located in Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Europe and China. Steven is married to Cheryl and they have three married daughters and eight grandchildren.
Mr. Holmes leads a diverse Board which is comprised of professionals and practitioners from a variety of industries and backgrounds. The Board of Governors assumes ultimate responsibility for governance and stewardship of Tyndale University. This includes oversight of the mission, vision, strategic direction, faith commitment and financial vitality of the university.