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Marion L. Reid Grant
Beginning in the fall of 2024, the Marion L. Reid Grant will provide funding for PEI residents who are enrolled in eligible health care programs at universities and colleges across Canada. Though most of the eligible programs of study are only available off-island, UPEI's Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner programs are also eligible for this grant. How does the Marion L. Reid Grant work? If you are an eligible student, you will receive the grant each academic year while attending post-secondary studies in an eligible health care program up to a maximum of four (4) academic years. You can...
Canada Student Grants and Loans for Part-Time Students
Canada Student Grants & Loans for Part-Time Students For post-secondary students taking courses on a part-time basis, there is student financial assistance available for costs, such as tuition, books, transportation, etc. Funding for part-time (PT) students is provided by the...
Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent/Persistent or Prolonged Disabilities / Services and Equipment Grant
To help cover educational related expenses for the academic year, the Canada Student Financial Assistance Program offers a grant of $2,800 to eligible students with permanent or persistent or prolonged disabilities. Once approved as a student with a permanent disability, you may...
More funding available to support women and girls
Non-profit organizations across the Island can apply for funding to implement projects that focus on benefiting women and girls across the province. The Interministerial Women’s Secretariat (IWS) Grant provides funding to support initiatives that promote the legal, health, social...
Language Training
There are two official languages in Canada: English and French. Studying and improving your language abilities will help you to settle in Prince Edward Island. In PEI, English remains the primary language spoken. While not officially a bilingual province, PEI is home to a vibrant...
Employers can apply for wage subsides to hire summer students
Island businesses hiring summer students may qualify for provincial government wage subsidies through two SkillsPEI summer employment programs. The Jobs for Youth Program offers wage subsidies to employers hiring students aged 15-29 that work four to eight weeks during the summer...
Council of the Federation Literacy Award
Each year, the Council of the Federation Literacy Award recognizes achievements in literacy in every province and territory. The award covers the spectrum of literacy, including family, Aboriginal, health, workplace and community literacy and recognizes the excellence of...