Government of Yukon Funding for Students with Disabilities

Government of Yukon Funding for Students with Disabilities

 Overview

The Government of Yukon provides financial support for students with disabilities who are studying at post-secondary institutions.

This includes:

  • Yukon Grant (for full-time students)
  • Canada Student Loans and Grants (federal programs)
  • Additional disability-related grants for equipment and services

 Yukon Grant (Full-Time Students)

The Yukon Grant helps Yukon residents pay for post-secondary education when studying full-time at a designated institution.

 Eligibility

You may qualify if:

  • You are a Yukon resident
  • You are enrolled in a full-time post-secondary program
  • Your institution recognizes your program as full-time

 Schools may define “full-time” differently. Always confirm with your institution.

 Students with Disabilities (Important Note)

If you have a permanent disability:

  • Your school may allow a reduced course load
  • You may still be considered “full-time” for funding purposes
  • Check with your school’s accessibility or disability services office

Apply for Yukon Student Financial Assistance

Information on Applying can be found Yukon Student Financial Assistance (Yukon Government)

Canada Student Loans and Grants (Yukon Students)

Canada Student Loans and Grants are federal programs delivered in Yukon by the territorial government.

General Information & Application

Canada Student Financial Assistance Overview

  • Loans are based on financial need
  • Grants do not need to be repaid
  • You must apply through Yukon’s student aid office

Important: There are several types of grants available to full-time students. To be eligible for any of the grants, you must first qualify for a loan, even if you choose not to take it.

Disability-Related Grants

1. Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities

  • $2,000 per loan year
  • Helps students with permanent disabilities pay for education

 Proof required (one of the following):

  • Medical certificate
  • Psycho-educational assessment
  • Proof of disability-related government benefits

2. Grant for Services and Equipment

  • Up to $8,000 per loan year
  • Helps pay for extra disability-related supports, such as:
    • Tutors
    • Note-takers
    • Braille materials
    • Assistive technology (e.g., voice software)

Requirements:

  • Medical or school confirmation of need
  • Approval of specific services/equipment
  • Receipts must be submitted at the end of the school year

Part-Time Students

You may qualify for part-time student loans if:

  • You are taking less than 40% of a full course load (for disability definitions)
  • You are not in full-time post-secondary studies Funding
  • Up to $10,000 in Canada Student Loans (part-time students)

Apply through the province/territory where you last lived for 12 months while not studying full-time.

 Key Points to Remember

  • You must meet full eligibility rules for each program
  • Disability documentation is required for disability grants
  • Some funding requires receipts after use
  • School confirmation is often needed for course load status

Last Updated 2026-05-19