Emergency Grant

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Financial Aid for Unexpected Emergencies

GSAÉD offers emergency grants to support graduate students at uOttawa facing unexpected financial hardship due to circumstances like illness, fire, theft, or family emergencies.

💰 Maximum Grant Amount: $250
✅ No repayment required (though voluntary repayment is encouraged to help others)
If you’re in urgent need, this grant can provide immediate financial relief.

📩 For more details or to apply, contact us!

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How can I apply?

Gather the following documents to support your application

  • Complete and filled emergency grant form (available in step 2)
  • Proof of registration: Tuition Statement
  • Void Cheque
Complete the application form below

Submit Your Application and Await Processing

Once you have completed and submitted your application form along with all required documents, our team will begin reviewing your request. Please allow up to two weeks for processing. If we have any questions or need additional information, we will reach out to you directly via email or phone.

Thank you for your patience as we work to ensure each application is thoroughly reviewed. You will be notified as soon as a decision has been made on your application.