Non-repayable financial assistance to help full- or part-time students who have dependant children or a spouse or common-law partner with a disability cover childcare and related costs while studying.
Canada Student Grant for Students with Dependants
Government of Canada
Undergraduate
Need-based
Award value
$7,200
Up to $200 per week for full-time students; up to $60 per week for part-time students (non-repayable)
Deadline
June 30, 2026
Level
Undergraduate
Country
Canada
Provider
Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility & Requirements
Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person enrolled at a designated Canadian post-secondary institution. Must have at least one dependant child under 12 years old, or a spouse/partner with a permanent disability. Must demonstrate financial need.
How to Apply
1
Apply through your provincial or territorial student financial assistance office as part of the Canada Student Loan application.
2
Provide documentation of dependent children or spouse/partner disability.