Jurisdiction
- British Columbia
Type of Program
- Government Program
Type of Assistive Technology
- Other
Eligibility
* age ranges tend to vary depending on program
- Adults (18 to 64)*
- Student with a permanent disability
- Enrolled in public or private post-secondary institution in BC
- Demonstrate financial need through the StudentAid BC application for full-time or part-time studies
- Are in developmental program/courses (upgrading, English as a Second Language or Adult Special Education) OR studying at the post-secondary level and have exhausted Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment for Persons with Permanent Disabilities (CSGP-SEPD) funding
- Not have outstanding receipts or any unaccounted CSGP-SEPD funds
What Devices are Covered?
- Technical aids
What Services are Available?
- Depending on the need, grants up to $10,000 ($12,000 if an attendant is required at school)
Procedure for Getting Access
- If attending a BC public post-secondary institution, apply through the disability services office at the institution that is planned to be attended
- If attending a BC private post-secondary institution, apply through StudentAid BC
Url to Program Website