The province has announced a one-time $3.5-million investment in emergency assistance for students attending 25 public post-secondary institutions in B.C.
under the COVID-19 pandemic. Advanced Education Minister Melanie Mark said Thursday the money is on top of regular annual emergency funds to help students who’ve hit an unexpected emergency that affects their ability to finish their studies.
The funds will help cover costs such as living expenses, food, travel, and laptops. [ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ] The province is working on specific supports for international and out-of-province students.