Canada Study Grant for Students with Dependants
The Canada Study Grant for Students with Dependants (PDF format - 652 KB) is awarded to students who have dependants and who demonstrate financial need exceeding the established amounts in their combined federal and provincial loans.
Delivered by: Human Resources and Social Development Canada (HRSDC)
Eligibility Information
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- be enrolled in studies at a designated education institution
- have assessed need in excess of $275 per week of study (for full-time students)
OR - have assessed need in excess of the maximum amount of the Canada Study Grant for High-need Part-time Students ($1,200 per loan year) and the maximum amount of the Canada Student Loan for part-time students ($4,000)
- other criteria may apply
Application Information
- Eligibility for this grant is determined during the assessment of the student loan application.
- Loan application forms are available from provincial and territorial student assistance offices, and at financial aid offices in educational institutions.
Related Information
- Canada Study Grants do not have to be repaid, but are considered taxable income.
