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Programs & Services Student Financial Assistance - Student LoansThe Canada-Saskatchewan Integrated Student Loans Program is delivered jointly by the Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan and provides financial assistance to help you pay for your post-secondary education. It is important to remember that a student loan is intended to supplement and not replace the financial contribution expected from you and your family. Recent changes to the student financial assistance program are making post-secondary education more affordable for low and middle-income students, providing more 'free-money' and affordable repayment options. Who can apply?You are eligible to apply for student financial assistance in Saskatchewan if you are:
How do I apply?How much financial assistance can I get?The assistance you are eligible to receive is provided in the form of repayable financial assistance and non-repayable Canada and Saskatchewan Student Grants.
How do I begin repaying my Student Loan?You must start making payments on your Canada-Saskatchewan Integrated Student Loan six months after your last day of studies, whether you have graduated, are no longer studying full-time or are taking time off from your studies.
Remember, once you complete your program you may be eligible for the Graduate Retention Program, a refundable income tax credit rebating up to $20,000 of tuition fees! Contact Us
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Application forms, instructions and information on student financial assistance programs and benefits. For information on non-repayable funding offered through government financial assistance and outside organizations. Financial assistance is available in the form of both repayable and non-repayable funding to students who wish to continue their education on a part-time basis. Additional assistance is available for students with permanent disabilities to help cover education-related costs. Instructions for Educational Institutions regarding their responsibilities in the administration of the Canada-Saskatchewan Integrated Student Loans Program. The Graduate Retention Program (GRP) rewards you for building your future in Saskatchewan by providing a rebate up to $20,000 of tuition fees paid by eligible graduates who live in Saskatchewan and who file a Saskatchewan income tax return. The Provincial Training Allowance (PTA) provides income support to low-income students enrolled in approved basic education, Workforce Development initiatives or in Quick Skills Training which are not approved for student loan funding. The main objective of the STB program is to assist clients who are EI eligible to return to the labour market as quickly as possible and to improve their employability. CanLearn.ca offers a number of online tools and calculators to estimate your potential financial assistance amount, your expected parental contribution, monthly repayment amounts and much more! Looking for a postal outlet to drop off your completed loan documents? Search the list of designated Canada Post outlets to find one near you. For information on negotiating your student loan, repayment of your student loan or to view your account activities online. |
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