Toronto Metropolitan Association of Part-time Students
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The Toronto Metropolitan Association of Part-time Students (TMAPS) is the central students' union representing approximately 16,000 continuing education, distance education, and part-time degree students at Toronto Metropolitan University. As a membership-driven organization, TMAPS advocates for student interests, offers services including bursaries, emergency grants, legal services, health and dental plans, and academic advocacy, while also building community through events and campaigns focused on issues such as education accessibility, food security, and student rights.
Funding Opportunities
Global Emergency Relief Grant
In response to global crises, including warfare and natural disasters, TMAPS is initiating a Global Emergency Relief Grant. This grant aims to assist current and former TMAPS members affected by these events. The nature of these crises can range from military occupations to life-threatening situations such as supply shortages, injuries, race-based violence, religious persecution, and family separation or loss. The grant is designed to offer broad eligibility to members facing various forms of hardship. Despite the existing TMAPS Emergency Grant, the unique circumstances of ongoing global conflicts and wars have led to several students altering their education plans, including dropping courses. This fund seeks to support those who do not qualify under the standard Emergency Fund criteria. With an initial allocation of $5,000.00, individual grants can amount up to $500. This initiative also aims to establish a framework for addressing future conflicts. Note: As of January 27, 2026, the Global Emergency Relief Grant is temporarily suspended as the program is currently undergoing a policy review. Applications are paused during this time, and eligible applicants are encouraged to apply for the TMAPS Emergency Grant instead. This grant specifically addresses emergency needs arising from war situations and global crises, supporting students who have dropped classes or altered education plans due to these circumstances.
TMAPS Emergency Grant
The Toronto Metropolitan Association of Part-time Students (TMAPS) offers an Emergency Grant for part-time degree and continuing education students at Toronto Metropolitan University. The goal behind this grant is to assist students who are experiencing unexpected and emergency financial situations. Typically grants are awarded on medical and compassionate grounds, such as in cases of serious illness, death of a family member, eviction, and layoffs. The grant is not intended to pay course tuition fees, ancillary fees, or course textbooks. Applications must demonstrate serious, emergency financial need due to unexpected circumstance that has recently occurred and is beyond their control. Supporting documentation is required to validate claims and the need for financial support. The program recognizes challenging seasons of winter and summer may compound on other life factors and cause life-threatening emergencies including but not limited to precarious housing and homelessness, unaffordable heating or cooling, health emergencies, and barriers acquiring essential items for individuals with mobility challenges.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
- 3
- Active Now
- 2
- Source Domain
- tmaps.ca
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