Pursuing higher education is a significant commitment, and for students with disabilities, navigating the financial landscape requires knowing where to find specialized support. In the Northwest Territories (NWT), a unique territorial program provides targeted aid, while national scholarships offer additional opportunities to fund your academic goals.
Northwest Territories Student Financial Assistance (SFA)
Unlike other provinces and territories, the Canada Student Loans and Grants program is not available in the NWT. Instead, the territorial government operates its own comprehensive Student Financial Assistance (SFA) program. This program is designed to help supplement the costs of post-secondary education for eligible NWT residents.
Key NWT Funding Programs for Students with Disabilities:
NWT Grants for Students with Permanent Disabilities:
- up to $4,000 per academic year for assistance with tuition, books, travel and accommodation; and
- up to $20,000 per academic year to assist with eligible expenses, such as a tutor, interpreter, special equipment, etc.
- Course Reimbursement: Up to $880 per course; lifetime limit of $8,800
Learning Support for Persons with Disabilities Fund:
This separate fund provides financial assistance specifically for learning activities. It is open to NWT residents aged 18+ who are living with a disability, involved in a learning activity, and cannot secure funding elsewhere.
Learning Support for Persons with Disabilities Fund Brochure PDF – Download PDF
Official Information and Application: NWT Student Financial Assistance Website
National Scholarships
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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