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Related Sites
A compilation of Student Assistance links for your interest. A listing does not indicate a preference for a certain organization but instead is provided for information purposes only.
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| Learning in Canada |
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CanLearn Interactive
Canada's one-stop resource for the information
and interactive planning tools you need to explore learning and
education opportunities, research occupations, develop learning
strategies, and create the financial plans to achieve your goals.
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Association of Canadian Community Colleges
Information
on the association, its publications, as well as forums for sharing
information
Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada
Links to scholarships &
exchanges, university affairs, and information about the association
Canadian Alliance of Student Associations
Mostly
under construction but will eventually offer links to university
student unions, newsletters, and other great links
Canadian Association of University Teachers
Offers upcoming events, highlights from the
CAUT bulletin, and a list of related links
Canadian Bankers Association
Lists financial
hotlinks, tips for security (bank/credit cards), news releases, etc.
Canadian Federation of Students
Under construction temporarily; however,
includes programs for students, list of rights of students, press
releases, and more
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The Nova Scotia Community College
The Nova Scotia Community College is a Province-wide system of training and education established in 1988. The College operates on a philosophy of open access to Nova Scotians needing occupational training.
Schoolfinder
Excellent link for students to: get information
on provincial assistance programs, search for universities by
program, read profiles of Canadian schools
Schoolnet
Link to
all kinds of educational information including financial assistance,
university information, etc.
| Financial Assistance |
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Canada Access Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities
Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG)
The CESG is a grant from the
Government of Canada paid directly into a beneficiary's Registered
Education Savings Plan (RESP).
Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation
To be up-to-date with the latest
information about the Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation, you
are invited to visit this site regularly.
Canadian Scholarship Trust Foundation
A guide to tax sheltered savings to financially
assist a child's education
Financial Aid Search Through the Web Allows students to enter their qualifications and receive
notification within 15 minutes as to what scholarships they are
eligible for. A special feature allows for the delivery of the
latest updates to the students' own personal mailbox, instantly
List of Awards and Recipients
List of awards available provincially,
nationally, and internationally, and their criteria, as well as the
names and qualifications of some of the winners
Studentawards.com
This Canadian web site gives you free and immediate access to our database of thousands of scholarships, bursaries, fellowships, grants and other financial awards
Students and Income Tax
Quick and easy guide, geared toward the
student, to: filing a tax return, understanding what income/expenses
to include, making transfers, etc.
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CareerSites.EDnet.ns.ca
"Web sites that will help with your Career Planning activities. What information do you need?"
(compiled by the Skills & Learning Branch, NS Department of Education).
Job Futures
Allows students to access information about
their intended field of study (i.e. growth potential, salary, work
locations)
Nova Scotia Work
Info Net
This site - recently relocated to EDnet - is 'under construction', but PDF files
of the original web site will provide access to a wealth of career and employment
planning information.
Nova Scotia Government Employment Opportunities
Gives detailed
information on available jobs within the government on Nova Scotia.
Recruitment and Employment
Links to FSWEP (Federal Student Work Experience
Program), The Electronic Labour Exchange, Public Sector jobs open to
the public as well as other recruitment related sites
The Monster Board
A comprehensive site
which offers job searches, resume builders, employer profiles, etc.
Work/Jobs
A
powerful new Internet service designed for work-ready individuals
who simply want a quick path to job listings, work search help,
resume writing and workplace information.
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Some of the major
banks have dedicated portions of their web sites to students like
yourself. You may find some helpful hints on budgeting to insure
your student loan lasts for your academic year.
The following list
does not indicate a preference for certain financial institutions.
It is merely provided as a benefit to students in regards to
financing their post-secondary education. This section only includes
banks that are authorized to negotiate government sponsored student
loan documents and have a section devoted to student loans.
Royal Bank
Budgetary information,
basic student loan information and access to other student banking
services.
Scotia Bank
Information on government sponsored student
loans, Scotia student loans and financing your post-secondary
education.
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