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Last Update: May 31, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Capitale-Nationale, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec, Canada
Overview
Financial assistance is provided as a loan for part-time studies, up to a maximum of 14 study terms and subject to a debt limit of $8,000. It supports part-time studies at the secondary vocational, college, or university level, with eligible uses including school fees, childcare, and transportation in outlying regions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Capitale-Nationale, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
- Newcomers to Canada
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Part-time secondary vocational studies
- Part-time college studies
- Part-time university studies
Documents Needed
- Loan Application for Part-Time Studies
- Schedule 1 – Student’s Spouse, if applicable
- Schedule 2 – Student’s Parents or Sponsor, if applicable
- Proof of Québec residence, if applicable
- Educational institution and program codes
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian citizens
- Permanent residents
- Refugees and protected persons
- Students pursuing part-time studies
Who is not eligible
- Auditing students not admitted to a program
- Students studying outside Québec
- Students between two full-time study periods
- Students whose school or childcare costs are paid by another public body for the term
Eligible expenses
- School fees, including admission, registration, and tuition fees
- Childcare expenses for eligible dependent children
- Transportation expenses for studies in an outlying region
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Education or childcare costs covered by another ministry or organization for the same term
- Studies outside Québec
- Auditing courses without admission to a program
- Applications during a period between two full-time study terms
Eligible geographic areas
- Québec
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed once all required information and documents are received.
- The decision is sent by mail, and by email if one was provided.
- If approved, the decision notice states the loan amount awarded.
- If refused, the notice includes the reason for refusal.
- The guarantee certificate is then provided in the online file and must be given to the financial institution.
Additional information
- Applicants can submit and track their file online through My Student Financial Assistance File.
- Parents, sponsor, or spouse may also complete required declarations online.
- Applications must be updated if the applicant’s situation changes during the year.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Loans Program for Part-Time Studies Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Loans Program for Part-Time Studies. 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 Loans Program for Part-Time Studies?
Financial assistance is provided as a loan for part-time studies, up to a maximum of 14 study terms and subject to a debt limit of $8,000. It supports part-time studies at the secondary vocational, college, or university level, with eligible uses including school fees, childcare, and transportation in outlying regions.
Who is eligible for the Loans Program for Part-Time Studies program?
To be eligible for the Loans Program for Part-Time Studies program, you must:
Canadian citizen or resident status
Québec resident
Part-time studies in a recognized program
What expenses are eligible under Loans Program for Part-Time Studies?
Part-time secondary vocational studies
Part-time college studies
Part-time university studies
Who can I contact for more information about the Loans Program for Part-Time Studies?
You can contact Government of Québec by email at none or by phone at 418-643-3750.
Where is the Loans Program for Part-Time Studies available?
The Loans Program for Part-Time Studies program is available Capitale-Nationale, Montréal, Outaouais, Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Côte-Nord, Nord-du-Québec, Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Chaudière-Appalaches, Laval, Lanaudière, Laurentides, Montérégie, Centre-du-Québec, Quebec.
Is the Loans Program for Part-Time Studies a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Loans Program for Part-Time Studies is a Loans and Capital investments
Who are the financial supporters of the Loans Program for Part-Time Studies?
Loans Program for Part-Time Studies is funded by Government of Québec