Government of Saskatchewan Funding for Students with Disabilities

Government of Saskatchewan Funding for Students with Disabilities

Students with permanent disabilities can access all regular student loan and grant programs in Saskatchewan. There are also additional supports available through the Canada-Saskatchewan Integrated Student Loan Program.

Financial Supports for Students with Disabilities

Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities

If you are eligible for student loans and have a permanent disability, you may automatically qualify for this grant.

 Funding

  • Up to $2,000 per school year
    • If you are a student with a permanent disability who is eligible for student loans, you will be eligible to receive the Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities. You will be automatically considered for this grant in your student loan application. This grant provides $2,000 per school year to assist with educational or living costs. Click here to access the handbook for more infromation.
  • Helps with education and living costs
  • You do not need to repay this grant

 You are automatically assessed when you apply for student loans.

More information:
Saskatchewan Student Aid Handbook

Reduced Course Load Option

Students with permanent disabilities may:

  • Take a reduced course load
  • Still qualify for student loans and grants
  • Receive funding over a longer academic period

Check with your school’s accessibility or disability services office for support.

Canada-Saskatchewan Grant for Services and Equipment

Students with permanent disabilities may qualify for extra funding to help pay for disability-related education costs.

 Funding

 Examples of covered supports

  • Assistive technology
  • Specialized equipment
  • Tutors or note-takers
  • Other disability-related learning supports

Adult Basic Education

If you are enrolled in:

You may still apply for the:

  • Canada-Saskatchewan Grant for Services and Equipment

You may not need to apply for a student loan first.

 

 No Fixed Student Contribution

Most students are expected to contribute up to $3,000 per year toward school costs.

However, students with permanent disabilities are exempt from this requirement.

This may allow eligible students to receive:

  • More loan funding
  • More financial assistance overall

This exemption also applies to:

  • Indigenous students
  • Students with children
  • Current or former Crown wards

 Apply for Saskatchewan Student Aid

Saskatchewan Student Aid Application Page

Important Reminders

You may need:

  • Medical documentation
  • Proof of permanent disability
  • School confirmation of your course load
  • Receipts for approved equipment or services

Note: Always check deadlines and application requirements with Saskatchewan Student Aid.

Last Updated: 2026-05-19