Global Emergency Student Support Bursary

RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic)

Get up to $2,500 for international students impacted by humanitarian crises or economic hardship.

Published by G Paul · last checked October 23, 2026

Total value

$2,500

Next deadline

Feb 1, 2027

Level

Post-secondary

Open to

Manitoba

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What you will need

Completed General RRC Polytech Application (login required)
Copy of your current study permit from a country impacted by crisis
Personal statement outlining your specific financial circumstances and why you need assistance
The financial shortfall is beyond your budget expectations and control
Financial documentation (provided upon request during the review process)

About this award

You can receive a bursary valued at a maximum of $2,500. As a bursary, this money is yours to keep and you do not have to pay it back. This is for you if you are an international student facing unexpected financial gaps caused by war, civil war, environmental disasters, climate issues, or severe economic hardship in your home country. You must apply by February 1, June 1, or October 1 of every year. After you submit your application, RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) will send you instructions on how to upload your supporting documents; ask them during that process when you can expect a final decision. Selection criteria aren't published—ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) how winners are chosen and roughly how many applicants they typically receive so you can judge your odds. Ask RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) during your application how the money will reach you—some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed—if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You must be an international student who has been impacted by humanitarian crises and emergencies, such as war, civil war, environment and climate issues, or economic hardship. To qualify, you must be currently at 'registered' status, be in good academic standing, and be enrolled in a program that lasts at least 8 months.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

International student
Open to post-secondary students
Resident of Manitoba

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Write your essay
Be specific about what you did and what changed because of it. Proofread it twice.
Submit your application
Save a copy, and submit at least a day before the deadline shown above.

Tips for applying

Personal StatementAvoid writing a general plea for help. Instead, explain exactly how the crisis in your home country created a financial gap that you cannot control. Describe the specific event that changed your budget expectations.
SupportAvoid submitting only your study permit. Instead, gather any financial documents that prove your current hardship, as RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) may request these during the review.
StrategyAvoid listing expenses that you should have planned for before moving to Canada. Instead, focus your statement on emergency costs that happened after your arrival or sudden changes in your home country's economy.
RealismAvoid assuming the full $2,500 is guaranteed. Instead, treat this as a supplemental support fund and continue exploring other bursaries at RRC Polytech (Red River College Polytechnic) to ensure your tuition is covered.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

Applications close on February 1, 2027. Submit a day or two early: application sites get busy at the end.

Can international students apply?

Yes. It is open to international students.

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