CASA and UEQ are bringing 90+ students from across Canada to Ottawa, taking over 100 meetings with Ministers and Members of Parliament.
Students are advocating for the government to increase affordability and employability in post-secondary education, to set them, and Canada up for success.
Summary of recommendations:
- Maintain the value of the Canada Student Grant Program by increasing the maximum grant levels to $5 000, and increasing maximum loan levels to $360 per week.
- Address the skilled labour shortage by ensuring that federal infrastructure and housing project contribution agreements mandate that a minimum of 10% of worksite hours be worked by apprentices
- Ensure Canada remains competitive in retaining top research talent by securing Budget 2024 investments and incorporating adjustments to CPI to tri-council graduate research scholarships.
- Deliver a Canada Student Housing Strategy through Build Canada Homes, comprising $1 billion in grants and loans for residences and non-profit student housing.
- Prioritize the retention of talent in Canada by doubling the Express Entry Program immigration points given to those with a Canadian post-secondary credential in Part D of the Comprehensive Ranking System.
