Financial Assistance for Protected Persons
What is it? | Online information from the Government of Canada about student financial assistance for protected persons. |
Area of focus | Help to Pay for Education after High School |
Agencies/ Providers | Government of Canada |
Description |
A person who has reason to fear persecution in his or her country of origin due to race, religion, nationality, membership in a social group, or political opinion can be designated as a protected person by the Immigration and Refugee Board and Immigration, Refugees & Citizenship Canada. Protected persons can get the same loans and grants as a Canadian citizen or permanent resident to attend a designated educational institution in Canada. This online information outlines the eligibility of protected persons to apply for student financial assistance, what information and documents are needed, and how to apply. |
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Languages Served | This information is available in English and French. |
Website | www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/student-financial-aid/protected-persons.html |
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