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 $375 per month or $87 per week (equivalent to $3,000 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 $200 per month of study per child ($47 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.

Skills Boost Top-Up to the Canada Student Grant for Full-Time Students

Beginning in 2018-19 and lasting three years, the Government of Canada provides a Skills Boost Top-Up to the Canada Student Grant for Full-Time Students. Students who qualify for the Canada Student Grant for Full-Time Students and who have been out of high school for at least 10 years will receive $200 per month in additional top-up grant funding.

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 $1,800 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 $40 per week of study, up to a maximum of $1,920 per academic year. Part-time students with three or more children may be eligible for $60 per week of study up to a maximum of $1,920 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 permanent disabilities:

Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities

If you are a student with a permanent disability who is eligible for student loans, you will be eligible to receive the Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities. You will be automatically considered for this grant in your student loan application. This grant provides $2,000 per school year to assist with educational or living costs.

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

If you are a student with a permanent 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 Permanent Disabilities. This grant provides up to $22,000 per program year. This includes an increase in the Canada Grant Cap from $8,000 to $20,000 (subject to Government of Canada legislative and regulatory approval) and up to $2,000 for the Saskatchewan Grant. Examples of eligible services and equipment include: tutors, interpreters, computer software and specialized transportation.

If you are a student with a permanent disability enrolled in an adult basic education or apprenticeship program, you can apply for the Canada-Saskatchewan Grant for Services and Equipment for Students with Permanent Disabilities without applying for a student loan. You may also be eligible for the Provincial Training Allowance.