The University of Toronto's Emergency Loan Fund exists and qualifies migrant students with a financial crisis, providing up to $2,000 in funding.
Who Qualifies
Migrant students with a valid Canadian study permit, including those with a work permit under the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWP), a work permit under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP), a work permit under the International Mobility Program (IMP), those sponsored by their government or an external funding agency, those in Canada as a protected person, and those in the process of claiming refugee status may be eligible for emergency funding.
Scholarship Options
University of Toronto Emergency Loan Fund
Amount: up to $2,000, Eligibility: Migrant students with a valid Canadian study permit and financial crisis, Deadline: Ongoing, https://www.studentlife.utoronto.ca/careers-employment/emergency-loan-fund
Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
Amount: varies, Eligibility: Migrant students with a valid Canadian study permit and financial need, Deadline: Ongoing, https://www.ontario.ca/page/osap-ontario-student-assistance-program
University of Toronto Scholars Program
Amount: $7,500, Eligibility: Migrant students with a valid Canadian study permit and academic excellence, Deadline: February 1, https://future.utoronto.ca/scholarships/university-toronto-scholars-program/
Karen McKenna Memorial Scholarship
Amount: $1,000, Eligibility: Migrant students with a valid Canadian study permit and financial need, Deadline: February 15, https://www.uoft.me/karen-mckenna-memorial-scholarship
Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master's Program
Amount: $17,500, Eligibility: Migrant students with a valid Canadian study permit and research-based master's program, Deadline: December 1, https://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/CGSM-BESCM_eng.asp
Application Steps
- Review the eligibility criteria and deadline for each scholarship.
- Prepare all required documents, including transcripts, letters of recommendation, and proof of financial need.
- Submit the application through the University of Toronto's online portal or the relevant government website.
- Ensure all documents are in the required format and meet the specified requirements.
- Pay the application fee, if applicable.
- Submit a separate application for each scholarship, as required.
- Monitor the application status and follow up with the relevant office if necessary.
- Accept the award, if offered, and review the terms and conditions of the scholarship.
Documents Checklist
- Valid Canadian study permit
- Transcripts from previous academic institutions
- Letters of recommendation from academic or professional references
- Proof of financial need, including bank statements and income tax returns
- Proof of enrollment at the University of Toronto
- Language proficiency test results, if applicable
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of emergency funding are available to migrant students at the University of Toronto?
- How do I apply for emergency funding?
- What documents do I need to submit with my application?
- Can I apply for multiple scholarships at the same time?
- How long does it take to process an application for emergency funding?
- Can I appeal a decision if my application is denied?
- Are there any specific requirements for language proficiency?
- Can I use emergency funding for living expenses?
External Authority Links
https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship.html
https://www.ontario.ca/page/education
For more information on emergency funding options and scholarships available to migrant students, please visit https://migrantscholar.com/blog
Related Guides
- Canada scholarships for migrants
- Vanier scholarships
- PhD scholarships
- fully funded scholarships
- scholarship deadlines 2026
- scholarship glossary
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Last Reviewed: 26 July 2026