Thank you, Madam Chair. Student financial assistance to attend a post-secondary institution for somebody who is disabled has significantly increased over the funding that we provide to an abled person. The disabled person could qualify for up to $8,000 in extra funding through our grant programs. As well as that, we recognize that the extra challenges that are faced by people with disabilities and, therefore, will require that they only complete 40 percent of a full course load in order to qualify for student financial assistance. The program does accommodate people who are disabled and intending to attend post-secondary institutions. Thank you, Madam Chair.
Charles Dent on Item 16: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
In the Legislative Assembly on February 15th, 2006. See this statement in context.
Item 16: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
Item 16: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
February 14th, 2006
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