Student-Caregivers

• Accessible Learning Services – If you experience mental health challenges, medical diagnoses, or identify with a disability, receive accommodation, learning skill, and assistive technology support. 
• Learning Support Centre – Access free peer-to-peer tutoring for math, writing, and program-specific courses.
• Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) – Learn more about earning credits from prior learning experiences.
• Student Success Advising – Get advice on program planning, academic status, pathways, success plans, and more.
• Digital Creativity Centre – Access bookable project rooms, technology, flexible spaces, and drop-in tech support.
• Student Technical Support – Access technology resources including equipment loans, and support for Mohawk Mobile Apps, Mohawk ID, email, and more. 

Did you know…?

• The English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program has a consistent daily schedule (9am-3pm) that supports families and extra-curricular activities!

• Financial Assistance – Learn more about how to apply for scholarships, awards, and bursaries, receive OSAP support, and access financial counselling.
• Mo’Money Financial Literacy Resources – Get help saving for school, budgeting, planning for a major purchase, and more.  
• MSA Student Experience Fund – Help alleviate the cost of educational and extracurricular activities that are relevant to your academic journey.

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• There are 12 bursaries and scholarships for students that are single parents! Apply today.

• Career Services – Access tools, services, programs, and advice to help you grow into your chosen career, now and after you graduate.
• Career Counselling – Get help from experienced Career Counsellors to discover the path that best aligns with your strengths, interests, and short- and long-term goals.

• Campus Student Employment Program (CSEP) – Explore meaningful on-campus work opportunities. 

   

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• The MSA Career Closet helps Mohawk College students access new and/or gently used professional clothing and accessories.

• Indigenous Student Programming and Services – Learn more about cultural awareness activities and workshops, Indigenous peer tutoring, academic coaching, counseling, Indigenous Self-Identification, and more.
• Indigenous Community Resources – Access college and community resources offered at Mohawk College and in Hamilton, Brantford, and beyond. 

Additional resources for Indigenous students with caregiving responsibilities:

• Metis Women's Circle - Circle of Métis women who support, educate, and empower women who share Aboriginal heritage.
• Six Nations Social Services - Provides assistance in a non-adversarial, cooperative manner, which draws upon, supports, and strengthens the family.
• Ganohkwasra - Family Assault Support Services - Offers residential services, counselling, programs and services, and community education.
• Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services - Provides safe and affordable housing to urban and rural First Nation, Inuit, and Métis people living off-Reserve in Ontario.
• Sacajawea Non-Profit Housing - Provides housing units to low to moderate income Indigenous families and individuals. Offers referrals to services to help tenants with their individual needs.

Did you know…?

• The Pathfinder: Indigenous Youth Program is a summer program for Indigenous students meant to de-mystify post-secondary education, and is focused on Indigenous culture, identity, leadership skills, and pathways into post-secondary.

• International Student Services – Learn more about permits and visas, academic support, wellness programs, housing, awards and scholarships, and more.
• Language and Culture Centre - A hub for international learners to gather, meet new people, and participate in events that support your experience and transition to Canadian life. 
• International Community Resources – Browse community-based resources compiled by the Health and Wellness Centre that can be of assistance to International students.

Did you know…?

• You can chat with Mohawk College student ambassadors and ask any questions you have about attending college in Canada. Click here to start chatting now!

• Clubs and Communities – Meet and connect with students who share similar hobbies or identities, join an existing club or community or start your own.
• Women In Technology and Trades – Connect with women and gender-diverse people to explore opportunities in technology and trades as part of a rich networking and support community. 

• MSA Health and Dental – Learn more about the extended health and dental coverage Studentcare plan with optional enrollment for dependents (for a fee). 
• Counselling – Access a team of counsellors with expertise in supporting mental health through short-term goal directed psychotherapy, career counselling, community service recommendations, and mental health support.
• Conversations Mental Health Program – Access app-based support, care, and resources, including engagement with multidisciplinary experts and toolkits available 24/7.
• Hamilton Health Sciences – Access care for all ages, from pre-birth to end-of-life. 
• Health Connect Ontario – Check your symptoms, get health advice, find a health service, or search the medical library 24/7.
• Health Care Connect – Find a family health care provider in Ontario through referrals to physicians and nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients.

Did you know…?

• McMaster Children’s Hospital has a kids-only emergency department along with programs targeted to children’s health and mental health.

• Mohawk Residence – Learn more about or apply to live at the Fennell Campus (available to full-time students from all Hamilton campuses).
• Off-Campus Housing – Explore off-campus housing options and learn more about renter rights and community responsibilities in Hamilton and Stoney Creek.
• City of Hamilton Housing Services – Discover the housing programs and resources available to Hamilton residents. 

• MSA Food Programs – Learn more about when, where, and how you can access the MSA’s Breakfast Program, Snacks on Wheels initiative, and Emergency Food Security Service. 
• Food Access Guide – The City of Hamilton lists places where food can be obtained for free or at low cost. 

• Early Years and Child Care Services (City of Hamilton) – Explore Early Years Programs and Services, access the Hamilton Child Care Registry (a list of licensed childcare options by location and age group), and learn more about the Child Care Subsidy (financial support for childcare costs for children aged 0 to 12 years old).
• Boys and Girls Club of Hamilton/Halton – Access quality programs for children, youth, adults, and families with a focus on learning and skills development.
• Mohawk College Summer Camp – Enroll children or dependents (ages 4-12) in an 8-week program with themed weeks, special activities, water games, and much more! 

• Hamilton Public Library – Visit any of the Hamilton Public Library’s 23 branches or 2 bookmobiles across Greater Hamilton. Check out the HPL’s programming guide for events, adult and children programming, and so much more! 
• Red Book - Search for community-based social services and community resources in Hamilton.
• Online Study and Tutoring – Receive homework help and career support and access training resources.

Did you know…?

• The HPL Bookmobile visits the Fennell Campus every Monday from 12-1pm outside of DBARC!