The are a number of financial relief programs and other resources available to Canadian individuals and families who are experiencing difficulties as a result of COVID-19.

New Indigenous Community Support Fund

The Federal Government provided $380 million for a new distinctions-based Indigenous Community Support Fund to address immediate needs in First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Nation communities. Applications for this fund have now ended.

Support for women’s shelters and sexual assault centres

The Federal Government provided up-to $50 million to women’s shelters and sexual assault centres to help with their capacity to manage or prevent an outbreak in their facilities.

Support for students and recent graduates

The interest for full-time and part-time students on the federal portion of Canada Student Loans and Canada Apprentice Loans ended on March 31, 2023.

More info

For up-to-date information on Coronavirus COVID-19, visit Health Canada, the World Health Organization, and our related links.

								
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