On Parliament Hill

To help ensure Canada’s long-term economic prosperity, our Conservative Government knows that it is essential that Canadians have affordable access to the training and education they need to get well-paying jobs.

In 2009, we created Canada Student Grants to help give students in low- and middle-income families financial assistance so they can achieve their post-secondary education and training goals. And because grants do not need to be repaid, this assistance would help keep them debt-free.

Now we’re enhancing Canada Student Grants by expanding the eligibility for students from low- and middle-income families to include short-duration programs. These changes will help roughly 42,000 additional students per year, including Canadians looking to upgrade their skills to land a new or better job.

Through measures such as Canada Student Grants, our Government is helping Canadians achieve their goals, and supporting a stronger and more prosperous economy.