Archive News 2020
Government increases emergency funding for B.C. post-secondary students
The Government of B.C. announced on Thursday, April 2 that it will significantly increase emergency funding available to post-secondary students. The one-time $3.5-million investment will supplement existing student emergency financial assistance.
Students who attend one of B.C.’s 25 public post-secondary institutions can access these funds by contacting their school's financial aid office, which will assist with the application process. Each post-secondary institution will determine the specific amount a student can receive based on their individual needs.
Read the full government announcement:
How to apply
Update – Thursday, April 9, 2020:
Applications for the first round of emergency bursary funding closed on Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ will re-open applications upon securing additional funds.
Students are also encouraged review ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½'s Scholarship, Bursary and Award Guide, available through ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Financial Aid.