Financial Support for Students
There are resources available to support you in funding your education.
Government Funding
Find support through funding provided by your province, or from your country of residence.
Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries
Find ways to fund your studies based on your academic achievements or financial needs.
On-Campus Programs
Check out the programs available to supplement your finance.
Support Through Laurier
Student Registration
Given the impact to students of COVID-19, the university has reviewed its policy on financial holds. For the 2020/2021 fall and winter terms, students whose account balance is less than $1,000 will have their financial hold lifted from July 20, 2020 until October 2, 2020 in order to register in courses.
The account balance will be carried forward and added to the 2020/2021 academic year’s fees. Please note that overdue fees and fees for fall term are due September 10, 2020 and that monthly late payment fees of 1.25% will resume in September 2020 and accrue monthly until the account balance has been paid in full.
Laurier COVID-19 Emergency Fund
The existing funding application form is closed.
We will share information with students about future financial supports when it becomes available. Students who applied for funding have been contacted.
Financial Coaching
Through Laurier's financial literacy program, Dollars and Sense, an advisor will provide financial literacy support to students, including the option for individual and virtual meetings.
Government Support
Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB)
The CESB may provide you with temporary income support if you are unavailable to find work due to COVID-19. If you are eligible, you could receive $1,250 every four weeks or $2,000 if you have dependents or a disability. Visit the Government of Canada website for information and to apply online.
Support for Student Researchers and Postdoctoral Fellows
The government of Canada is providing additional support to student researchers and postdoctoral fellows through federal granting counsels. Learn more about Federal Granting Agencies.
Canada Student Service Grant
The Government of Canada launched the Canada Student Service Grant (CSSG) to help students gain valuable work experience and skills while helping their communities during COVID-19. Students who choose to do national service and assist their communities will receive up to $5,000 towards their education in the fall.
Removal of International Student Work Hours for Essential Service
The government of Canada has temporarily removed the restriction that allows international students to work only a maximum of 20 hours per week while classes are in session provided they are working in an essential service or function. This is in place until Aug. 31, 2020. Visit the Government of Canada website for more information.
Mortgage Payment Deferral
If you are a homeowner facing financial hardship you may be eligible for a mortgage payment deferral for up to six months. To see if you are eligible, contact your lender.
Employment Support
Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
If you have stopped working due to COVID-19, the CERB may provide you with temporary income support. If you are eligible, you could receive $2,000 every four weeks for up to 24 weeks. Visit the Government of Canada website for more information and to apply online.
Work During COVID-19
Find available jobs, tools and government resources to help you navigate the world of work during the pandemic. Visit the Government of Canada's Job Bank for more information.
Laurier Career Centre Online Support
The Career Centre remains available online for support, including online appointments and workshops.