Manitoba Student Aid

Processing may take up to 6 weeks or longer during peak times.

DEADLINE: All required information and forms must be submitted by the specified deadlines. Funds cannot be disbursed after your study period ends.

For status updates specific to your application, log into the Manitoba Student Aid online portal.

All information provided to Manitoba Student Aid is subject to verification and audit.

Applicants Cash Flow

To request a discretionary loan, please fill out the Applicants Cash Flow.

Applicants Cash Flow ( 241 KB)

Consent for Release of Information

By signing this consent form, you are authorizing Manitoba Student Aid to disclose information about your student financial assistance account to the individual or agency listed below. This may include personal information such as your application status and program information for the purposes of processing your account.

Consent for Release of Information ( 147 KB)

Disability Forms

Verification of Disability
To apply for the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities (CSG-D), please have a qualified medical assessor (licensed to practice in Canada) to complete the form.

Verification of Disability Form ( 176 KB)

DEADLINE: 45 Days Before Study Period End Date. Forms will not be processed past the deadline.

Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment
Note: Eligibility for this grant is based on verified disability status.

To request for the Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment – Students with Disabilities (CSG-DSE), please complete this form in collaboration with a qualified disability service officer.

Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment (CSG DSE) ( 240 KB)

DEADLINE: 45 Days Before Study Period End Date. Forms will not be processed past the deadline.

Request for Appeal Form

If you were denied financial help or you think the amount you received is too low, you can appeal your assessment. Please note that your appeal will only be considered if your situation allows for an exception to our policy.

Request for Appeal Form ( 194 KB)

Request for Changes After Funds Issued

To report changes to your tuition, study period dates, add a term of study or report a withdrawal, please fill out the Request for Changes After Funds Issued.

Request for Changes After Funds Issued ( 144 KB)

Request for Changes Before Funds Issued

To report changes to your school or program information please fill out the Request for Changes Before Funds Issued.

Request for Changes Before Funds Issued ( 167 KB)

Request to Review Expected Parental Contribution

To request a change to your parents' income or a review of the parental contribution on your assessment, please fill out the Reduction in Parental Income.

Reduction in Parental Income ( 125 KB)

Separation Notice

To report a separation, please fill out the Separation Notice.

Separation Notice ( 114 KB)

Sponsoring Agency

If you are receiving funding from an agency other than Manitoba Student Aid (MSA), Training and Employment Services (TES) or Employability Assistance for People with Disabilities (EAPD), please have your sponsoring agency complete this form. If you are a TES or EAPD client, please contact TES or EAPD and they will submit your funding information directly to MSA.

Sponsoring Agency ( 177 KB)

Second Full-Time Application for the Same Academic Year

Starting 2025/26, if you already submitted a full-time application online and need to submit a second full-time application for the same academic year, you can now complete an online application.

+ Instructions for Completing a Second Full-Time Application for the Same Academic Year

1. Log in to your online portal.
2. Select the appropriate program year.
3. Choose the full-time application option and complete all required steps.
4. Submit all required documentation to Manitoba Student Aid.

Mail:
Manitoba Student Aid
401-1181 Portage Ave.
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3G 0T3

Dropbox:
1181 Portage Avenue
(Drop box is located outside, on the East side of the building, beside the Wall Street entrance)

DATE LIMIT: Online applications and all required information must be submitted no later than 60 business days before your study period ends. Funds cannot be released after your study period end date.

We strongly encourage students to complete the online application whenever possible. However, if you require an alternate format, please download the 2026/27 full time paper application here ( 599 KB).

Note: Original ink signatures are required on the application.

Applications that are incomplete, emailed, faxed or photocopied will not be processed.

Part-Time Student Aid Application

If you are taking 20% to 59% of a full course load at a university or college, you may be eligible for part-time student aid.

+ First Application for 2026/27

Your first part-time application for the 2026/27 academic year can be submitted ONLINE through the student aid portal.

To complete your application:

• Fill out the online application.
• Submit Section C ( 107 KB), signed in ink by you and your spouse (if applicable) and Section D ( 139 KB), completed by your educational institution.
• Submit other required documentation to Manitoba Student Aid.
• Forms can be completed electronically before printing and signing.

+ Additional Applications for 2026/27

If you need to apply again for part-time funding during the same academic year, you must use the paper application.

• Download the 2026/27 Part-Time Application ( 242 KB)
• Download the 2025/26 Part-Time Application ( 232 KB)

Documents You Need to Submit

Please include copies of:

• Your previous year’s Notice of Assessment from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) (e.g. 2025 NOA for 2026/27 application).
• Your spouse's previous year’s Notice of Assessment (if applicable) (e.g. 2025 NOA for 2026/27 application).
• Your Permanent Resident (PR) Card or proof of Protected Person status (if applicable).
• Your academic history or transcript showing your name or student number, if you previously received part-time student aid.

How to Submit Your Documents

Mail
Manitoba Student Aid
401-1181 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R3G 0T3

Drop Box
1181 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg
The drop box is located outside on the east side of the building, beside the Wall Street entrance.

Important Information

• Any required signatures must be signed in original ink.
• We cannot process applications that are incomplete.
• Submit your application at least 60 days before your study period ends.
• Funding cannot be issued after your study period has ended.

Verification Request

If your application was selected for further verification, you must book a video call to verify the information you provided on your application.

Verification Request ( 189 KB)