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Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities
Financial support for students with disabilities
Last Update: May 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,800
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $2,800 per year for students with disabilities. It helps cover disability-related study costs and is considered through the student aid application process.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop workforce skills
- Strengthen organizational capacity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,800 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Documents Needed
- Disability Verification Form
- Program Information Form
- Learning disability psychoeducational assessment, if applicable
- Proof of disability documents
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students with disabilities
- Students in designated post-secondary programs
- Students with financial need
Who is not eligible
- Students from Quebec
- Students from the Northwest Territories
- Students from Nunavut
Eligible expenses
- Accommodation costs
- Tuition
- Books
Eligible geographic areas
- All Canadian provinces and territories except Quebec, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
Processing and Agreement
- The application is assessed as part of student aid processing.
- You receive a Notice of Assessment showing the funding amount and timing.
- A student financial assistance agreement may be required before funds are released.
- Funding is released after the school confirms enrolment.
Additional information
- It is considered during the student aid assessment if disability information is provided.
- Support may continue for each year of study as long as eligibility is maintained.
- The amount does not change based on assessed need.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities?
This program provides up to $2,800 per year for students with disabilities. It helps cover disability-related study costs and is considered through the student aid application process.
How much funding can be received?
Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities Funds up to $2,800 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities program?
To be eligible for the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities program, you must:
Financial need required.
Designated school and qualified program.
Recognized disability with proof.
Who can I contact for more information about the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities?
You can contact Government of New Brunswick by email at petl.epft@gnb.ca or by phone at 1-800-667-5626.
Where is the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities available?
The Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities?
Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities is funded by Government of New Brunswick, Government of Canada