Students in Manitoba access financial aid through an integrated Canada-Manitoba system administered by Manitoba Student Aid. A single application makes you eligible for loans and grants from both the provincial and federal governments.
Key Details for Students with Disabilities
A key feature of the Manitoba program is that students with a Manitoba Student Aid-verified permanent disability are eligible for all standard loans and grants, plus specific disability-related grants.
Official Program Information:
Program Overview: One Application, Two Loans
- When you apply to Manitoba Student Aid, you become eligible for integrated Canada-Manitoba loans. You will deal with both lenders separately for repayment.
Program Requirements:
- College/University Students: Must pass at least 60% of a full course load each term.
- Private Vocational/Training Students: Must pass 100% of courses and maintain above 90% attendance.
Helpful Resources:
- Manitoba Student Aid Program 2025-2026 Overview (PDF)
- Full-time Student Funding Information
- Part-Time Student Funding Information
Grants for Students with a Permanent Disability
In addition to standard funding, eligible students may access:
- Canada Student Grant for Persons with Permanent Disabilities
- Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment for Students with Permanent Disabilities
Repayment Information
- Loan disbursement and repayment are managed by the National Student Loans Service Centre (NSLSC), though applications and reassessments still go through Manitoba Student Aid.
- National Student Loans Service Centre (NSLSC)
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association of Canada (SBHAC) Bursary
- Available to registered SBHAC members with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus.
- Amount: Up to $1,000
- Website: https://sbhac.ca/bursary/
RE/MAX Quest for Excellence Scholarship
- The RE/MAX Quest for Excellence scholarship program offers another avenue for support. This program recognizes students across Canada (except Québec) for their community contributions and leadership pursuits. It awards 40 scholarships of $1,000 each.
- For more information and to apply for the RE/MAX scholarship, you can visit the official RE/MAX Quest for Excellence page.
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