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April 22, 2020 12:00 PM

Giving to the COVID-19 Student Relief Bursary

Community update linked directly to: https://www.conestogacommunity.ca/student-emergency-relief-fund?srctid=1&erid=6583908&trid=5ff4b1f3-2dfb-4bbe-a5a9-15e18fbbe4de

Student Emergency Relief Fund

The COVID-19 pandemic is the defining global health crisis of our time and has brought countries and communities around the world to a virtual standstill as we practice physical distancing in the effort to contain the spread of the virus.

All of us have faced significant challenges as we respond to the demands of the current situation.

For many Conestoga students, the pandemic has created some additional personal and financial burdens they can’t carry alone.

Many have lost the part-time jobs or co-op placements they counted on to pay for their living expenses as well as their education. Without access to on-campus labs and resources, many face additional expenses to meet the technological requirements of remote learning. They are often far away from home and family, struggling to cover the most basic necessities such as food and housing.

Your support of a dedicated Student Emergency Relief Fund will help extend short-term financial assistance to Conestoga students who urgently need your help at this difficult time.

If your circumstances allow, please consider making a special gift to support the students who are working so hard to build successful futures.

Thank you for your help as we work together to overcome today’s challenges and build a brighter future.

100% of donations will support students. Donations are eligible for a charitable tax receipt.