Canada and Saskatchewan Student Grants

Canada Student Grant for Full-Time Students

The grant amount is determined according to a single progressive threshold. The size of the grant gradually decreases as income increases and the rate of reduction also varies by family size. Eligible students enrolled in a program of at least 60 weeks in duration may receive up to a maximum of $525 per month or $122 per week (equivalent to $4,200 per 8-month school year) based on their income and family size.

Canada Student Grant for Full-Time Students with Dependent Children

The grant amount is determined according to a single progressive threshold. The size of the grant gradually decreases as income increases and the rate of reduction also varies by family size. This grant provides a maximum of $280 per month of study per child ($100 minimum, up to $65 per week of study per child) to low-income students with dependent children under 12 years of age, or over 12 years of age with a permanent disability. 

Saskatchewan Student Grant for Full-Time Students

The grant amount is determined according to a single progressive threshold. The size of the grant gradually decreases as income increases and the rate of reduction also varies by family size. Eligible students enrolled in a program of any duration may receive up to a maximum of $125 per month or $30 per week (equivalent to $1,000 per 8-month school year) based on their income and family size.

There are three grants available for part-time students. You will need to fill out a separate application for part-time assistance. Visit Printable Applications for more information and to apply for the part-time assistance grant.

Canada Student Grant for Part-Time Students

The grant amount is determined according to a single progressive threshold. The size of the grant gradually decreases as income increases and the rate of reduction also varies by family size. This grant provides up to $2,520 per academic year.

Canada Student Grant for Part-Time Students with Dependent Children

The grant amount is determined according to a single progressive threshold. The size of the grant gradually decreases as income increases and the rate of reduction also varies by family size. Part-time students with up to two children under 12 years of age may be eligible for $56 per week of study, up to a maximum of $2,688 per academic year. Part-time students with three or more children may be eligible for $84 per week of study up to a maximum of $2,688 academic year.

Saskatchewan Student Grant for Part-Time Students

This grant provides up to $800 per academic year.

There are two additional grants available for students with disabilities:

Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities

If you are a student with either a permanent OR a persistent or prolonged disability who is eligible for student loans, you will be eligible to receive the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities. You will be automatically considered for this grant in your student loan application. This grant provides $2,800 per school year to assist with educational or living costs.

Canada-Saskatchewan Grant for Services and Equipment for Students with Disabilities

If you are a student with either a permanent OR a persistent or prolonged disability enrolled in a program at a post-secondary educational institution, you may be eligible to receive the Canada-Saskatchewan Grant for Services and Equipment for Students with Disabilities. This grant provides up to $22,000 per program year. This includes $20,000 for the Canada Grant and up to $2,000 for the Saskatchewan Grant. Examples of eligible services and equipment include: tutors, interpreters, computer software and specialized transportation.