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Source verified September 26, 2026
Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF)
Short-term hardship support for students
Latest source updateLast Update: September 26, 2026Latest change: The SHAF page now lists Peggy Schadl as the administrator contact for starting an application, replacing Laura Brooks and her email address.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 26, 2026
Latest change: The SHAF page now lists Peggy Schadl as the administrator contact for starting an application, replacing Laura Brooks and her email address.
SHAF administrator contact updated
The SHAF application instructions still direct students to contact the SHAF administrator to begin applying, but the listed administrator contact has changed. The page now names Peggy Schadl with the email address peggy.schadl@ucalgary.ca instead of Laura Brooks.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Overview
The Student Hardship Assistance Fund provides short-term financial help for students facing unexpected hardship. It is intended to help eligible University of Calgary undergraduates remain enrolled while exhausting other aid options first.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Ensure financial sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Undergraduate students at the University of Calgary
Eligible geographic areas
- University of Calgary
How to apply
- Contact the SHAF administrator to begin the application.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF) Program
What is the Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF)?
The Student Hardship Assistance Fund provides short-term financial help for students facing unexpected hardship. It is intended to help eligible University of Calgary undergraduates remain enrolled while exhausting other aid options first.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF) program?
To be eligible for the Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF) program, you must:
Undergraduate student at the University of Calgary
Completed at least nine credits
Other aid options already exhausted
Who can I contact for more information about the Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF)?
You can contact University of Calgary by email at peggy.schadl@ucalgary.ca.
Where is the Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF) available?
The Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF) program is available across Canada.
Is the Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF) is a Other Support
Who are the financial supporters of the Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF)?
Student Hardship Assistance Fund (SHAF) is funded by University of Calgary