FAQ's

Do I really have to submit another application for sponsorship?

The answer is simple…..YES! If you are expecting to get sponsorship for your studies, it is your responsibility to make sure that you have a new application submitted for the appropriate deadlines.

The only time that you don’t need to submit a separate application is for Winter —- this means that if you started the school year in September and are scheduled to continue through to the end of the regular school year (April of the next year), then you don’t have to submit a separate application for Winter; your application submitted by the June 1st deadline will cover you for both the Fall and Winter.

What if I missed the deadline to apply?

What if I am just starting my studies in the winter semester?

What if I started and completed my regular school year (September-April) AND I want to continue for the summer?

What if I am not sure that I want to start or continue my studies at college or university yet?

What if I only want to attend on a PART-TIME-BASIS?

Who is elegible for post secondary funding?

ONLY a registered Wiikwemkoong Unceded Territory (W.U.T.) member with a valid status card can apply. If you are a registered W.U.T. member and you have met the entrance requirements for and been enrolled in or accepted for enrolment in an eligible post-secondary program then you can apply for post-secondary education assistance through the Wiikwemkong Board of Education Post-Secondary Student Support Services. Questions about membership can be directed to the W.U.T. membership office at (705) 859-3122.

Can I apply for funding without a letter of acceptance or without confirmed registration from a College or University?

Who am I supposed to see or contact if I have a question?

I´ve been approved for post secondary funding, now what?

You will receive a copy of the approved application in your email along with a copy of the sponsorship letter that is sent to your post-secondary institution. It is your responsibility to register with the post-secondary institution depending on the college/university. Remember to check with your post-secondary institution for specific dates and deadlines. If you plan on staying in residence, you must indicate this preference on your application. If you decide after application submission that you would prefer to stay in residence and didn't indicate this on the application, you must let your Education Navigator know prior to your first month’s education allowance being released. Be aware of your institution’s deadlines for residence.

When will my monthly education allowance be deposited?

How do I opt-out of an optional health insurance plan, and where can I access information on the non-insured health benefits?

Only mandatory tuition and mandatory student fees are covered in approved tuition assistance through PSSSS. Avoid charges for optional student fees by opting out at the start of the semester. Check with your institution on when fees are applied and the deadlines for opting out. First Nations and Inuit Health Branch works with First Nations and Inuit communities, other Health Canada branches, and federal government departments to provide health programs and services. Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) The Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB) provides a range of health-related goods and services to eligible beneficiaries who are status Indians, recognized Inuit and recognized Innu people in Canada. The NIHB Program offers specific health-related benefits not provided by other agencies such as provincial and territorial health plans or other third party plans. These benefits include vision and dental care, medical transportation, drugs, medical supplies and equipment and others. Visit https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/non-insured-health-benefits-first-nations-inuit.html to access more information.

Can I get advances on my education allowance?

Can I change academic programs if I already started one?

Yes, you can change programs but you will have to wait for a period of 2 years to be eligible for sponsorship for the new program. Please be aware of deadlines and procedures for the college or university as well as Post-Secondary Student Support Services. Speak with your navigator before you decide to change academic programs. The only exception for an immediate program change will be for medical reasons and must be accompanied by a medical note from your Doctor that explains why the student should not continue in the current program.

How often should I have contact with my PSSSS Education Navigator?

You should have direct contact a minimum of once per semester. Full-time students will have either direct or indirect contact with navigators at least eight times per year i.e.:

To complete an application for education assistance before the next applications deadline.
To review progress to date, share successes and concerns.
To discuss marks, progress reports, transcripts.
To submit required documentation.
To confirm that all required documentation has been submitted to maintain eligibility for education assistance.
To discuss your education plan.

Contact can be made with your Education Navigator in several ways. For example by telephone; by mail; in office visits and through e-mail.