STUDENTS & COVID-19
The Canadian Federation of Students has been monitoring the situation closely and is calling on universities and governments to continue implementing policies that will protect students’ health while prioritizing those who will be put at risk by these policies.
STUDENTS & COVID-19
The Canadian Federation of Students has been monitoring the situation closely and is calling on universities and governments to continue implementing policies that will protect students’ health while prioritizing those who will be put at risk by these policies.
EXPAND THE CANADA EMERGENCY STUDENT BENEFIT
Thanks to you, and to tens of thousands of people across the country, who mobilized for financial support for students in the face of the current crisis, the federal government announced a $9 billion investment for students and recent graduates.
This is a huge step towards ensuring that students can make it through the current crisis. But we also know that students need more. International students are left out of the new Canada Emergency Student Benefit, and the benefit amount ($1250/month) is must lower than the $2000 available for CERB applicants.
Call Minister Qualtrough to ask for the expansion of the Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB).
HELP US ADVOCATE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
We are looking for international students to participate in a series of digital testimonies to raise awareness about the importance of providing protections for international students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fill out your information and tell us your story by following the link below.
EXPAND THE CANADA EMERGENCY STUDENT BENEFIT
Thanks to you, and to tens of thousands of people across the country, who mobilized for financial support for students in the face of the current crisis, the federal government announced a $9 billion investment for students and recent graduates.
This is a huge step towards ensuring that students can make it through the current crisis. But we also know that students need more. International students are left out of the new Canada Emergency Student Benefit, and the benefit amount ($1250/month) is must lower than the $2000 available for CERB applicants.
Call your MP to ask them to expand the Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB).
STUDENT RESOURCES
As this pandemic is creating a lot of “firsts” for institutions and students’ unions, we have created a document to share resources on how to deal with the situation at hand.
The Federation is putting together graphics to help bring attention to students issues during COVID-19 – you can access all of them at the link below and feel free to share on your social media platforms!
The Canadian Federation of Students has partnered with the Canadian Psychological Association to bring you resources in this unprecedented time of stress and help you cope with a changing world. This fact sheet is intended to help students take care of their wellbeing.
As students practice physical distancing, we’ve created a colouring book to help pass the time. You can print the pages or fill them out with the Paint app online! All details at the link below.
International students face many barriers to accessing PSE, from exorbitant differential fees, lack of supports and services and barriers to finding and accessing work, now the exclusion of international students from the CESB and CSJ program @CFSFCEE
https://www.thetelegram.com/opinion/local-perspectives/letter-dont-forget-international-students-481181/
@JustinTrudeau, @Bill_Morneau and @CQualtro could fix the #CESB this week if they wanted to, but we haven't been their priority.
We need action from them, but we also need @AndrewScheer, @yfblanchet, @theJagmeetSingh and @ElizabethMay to demand it.
https://twitter.com/dontforgetstdns/status/1285590369095294976?s=20
Ottawa isn't working for students right now.
That's why #DontForgetStudents and @CFS have joined together to demand that Canada's political leaders start putting the needs of students first.
Sign our petition to make sure we get the support we need.
https://www.change.org/p/government-of-canada-dontforgetstudents-noubliezpaslesetudiants-2-0?utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=custom_url&recruited_by_id=a5738740-d0e0-012f-6f56-4040ea65fa16
Tens of thousands of recent graduates across Canada have one question: how long do we have to wait until we get the help we so desperately need?
That's why @dontforgetstdns and @CFSFCEE are demanding that the #CESB be broadened to include all Fall 2019 graduates.
STUDENT RESOURCES
As this pandemic is creating a lot of “firsts” for institutions and students’ unions, we have created a document to share resources on how to deal with the situation at hand.
The Federation is putting together graphics to help bring attention to students issues during COVID-19 – you can access all of them at the link below and feel free to share on your social media platforms!
The Canadian Federation of Students has partnered with the Canadian Psychological Association to bring you resources in this unprecedented time of stress and help you cope with a changing world. This fact sheet is intended to help students take care of their wellbeing.
As students practice physical distancing, we’ve created a colouring book to help pass the time. You can print the pages or fill them out with the Paint app online! All details at the link below.
FAQ
What is COVID-19?
What can I do to prevent COVID-19?
What is the government doing about COVID-19?
Do I still have to pay my student loan?
If I lose my job, how do I apply for Employment Insurance?
- Gather supporting documents
- Complete the online application
- Provide supporting documents
- A benefit statement and access code will arrive by mail
- Review your application status
If I can’t find a job, am I eligible to receive Employment Insurance?
Are taxes still due April 30?
I live in residence and I am being evicted, but I have nowhere to go, what do I do?
What can I do if my landlord is threatening to evict me?
What is COVID-19?
What can I do to prevent COVID-19?
What is the government doing about COVID-19?
Do I still have to pay my student loan?
If I lose my job, how do I apply for Employment Insurance?
- Gather supporting documents
- Complete the online application
- Provide supporting documents
- A benefit statement and access code will arrive by mail
- Review your application status
If I can’t find a job, am I eligible to receive Employment Insurance?
Are taxes still due April 30?
I live in residence and I am being evicted, but I have nowhere to go, what do I do?
What can I do if my landlord is threatening to evict me?
STUDENTS ARE WORKERS
STUDENTS ARE MIGRANTS
STUDENTS ARE WORKERS
STUDENTS ARE MIGRANTS
International students face many barriers to accessing PSE, from exorbitant differential fees, lack of supports and services and barriers to finding and accessing work, now the exclusion of international students from the CESB and CSJ program @CFSFCEE
https://www.thetelegram.com/opinion/local-perspectives/letter-dont-forget-international-students-481181/
@JustinTrudeau, @Bill_Morneau and @CQualtro could fix the #CESB this week if they wanted to, but we haven't been their priority.
We need action from them, but we also need @AndrewScheer, @yfblanchet, @theJagmeetSingh and @ElizabethMay to demand it.
https://twitter.com/dontforgetstdns/status/1285590369095294976?s=20
Ottawa isn't working for students right now.
That's why #DontForgetStudents and @CFS have joined together to demand that Canada's political leaders start putting the needs of students first.
Sign our petition to make sure we get the support we need.
https://www.change.org/p/government-of-canada-dontforgetstudents-noubliezpaslesetudiants-2-0?utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=custom_url&recruited_by_id=a5738740-d0e0-012f-6f56-4040ea65fa16
Tens of thousands of recent graduates across Canada have one question: how long do we have to wait until we get the help we so desperately need?
That's why @dontforgetstdns and @CFSFCEE are demanding that the #CESB be broadened to include all Fall 2019 graduates.