Human Resources and Social Development Canada Sponsorship
For those receiving Employment Insurance, Human Resources and Development Canada (HRSDC) can offer support for your education. There are two ways that Human Resources Centre can help:
- Income support only
If eligible for Employment Insurance benefits, applicants can apply to continue receiving these benefits while going to school. The student pays the course tuition fees and all other training related costs, and there is no assistance for daycare or commuting to and from VCC. Sponsorship approval must be received prior to commencing training.
- Cost-shared support
If eligible for Employment Insurance, the Human Resources Centre may share the course costs and allow you to continue to collect your Employment Insurance benefits while attending training. If you meet the eligibility criteria you may also be able to receive assistance with daycare and commuting costs related to your training. Sponsorship approval must be received prior to commencing training. Applicants should contact their local Human Resources Centre to attend a group information session on training. Applicants are encouraged to phone ahead to confirm the time and date of these information sessions.
Sponsored Students
Students receiving funds for training from HRSDC and Employment Insurance Commission or other agencies should make sure they have enough money on hand to cover their expenses, including Student Union fees, uniform deposit, laundry and material fees, books, and supplies. Delays in receiving initial funds may occur and can produce a serious handicap to training. Students should ensure all financial agreements are approved in writing well in advance of the start of their program.
Visit the HRSDC website for more information on these programs and centre locations.