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ETS, in collaboration with a local biotechnology company, Outbreaker Solutions, is excited to pilot innovative germ-killing push-plates that are being installed on entrance and exit swing doors at some transit centres and LRT stations. Push-plate installation began at Bay/Enterprise Square LRT Station in January, as a way to further enhance safety on transit for passengers and staff. The push-plates are flat and are made of highly compressed salt. They look and feel just like a ceramic tile. The push-plates can be used to manually push open a door.

The company has published their research that shows the push-plates are effective in killing the majority of germs, including viruses, bacteria and fungi in just a few seconds, due to the salt crystals piercing the membrane walls of the germs, effectively neutralizing them.

Based on results from the push-plates at Bay/Enterprise Square LRT Station, it is anticipated that push-plates will be installed at nine other transit facilities. This pilot project will last six months, is at no cost to taxpayers and is a great example of how local innovation can support enhanced safety on transit.

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Somehow another school year is upon us, and with things being as crazy as they've been, students need to save money now more than ever.

After some extensive digging we've compiled a list of places you can get student discounts in Canada, including everything from Disney+, to Spotify, to Apple, and more.

And if you need a student credit card that will help you build your credit score while earning rewards, well, we've got a few of those for you, too.

Student discount programs in Canada

Student loyalty and affinity programs have been around for years, giving students a quick and easy way to get tons of great discounts, while also giving brands a quick and easy way to reach millions of students.

Don't be shocked, but brands do this because it's cheap advertising that gives them access to a huge number of students - one of the most valuable consumer demographics out there.

So, while brands definitely aren't giving discounts out of the goodness of their heart, does it really matter when you can save a huge amount of money in the process?

Here are 4 of the most popular student discount programs in Canada.

SPC

The Student Price Card (SPC) is a loyalty card created to help students save money, offering discounts for a huge variety of things, including activities, beauty products, fashion, tech products, travel, food, and more. There are ways to get SPC membership for free, but it's only $10 either way, and it'll pay for itself many times over. For a full list of discounts, head over to the SPC site and sign up now.

ISIC

The International Student Identity Card (ISIC) is put out by the non-profit ISIC organization, and any student over the age of 12 can get a card. With it, you'll get discounted access to products, services, and experiences including things like bike rentals, restaurants, fitness centres, and art galleries. Of course the discounts available depend entirely on where you're located, so head over to the ISIC site to take a look.

UNiDAYS

Like other student discount programs, UNiDAYS allows you to sign up for free, but it requires a valid school-issued email address to do so. Once you're signed up, you'll get access to discounts for things like clothing, fitness memberships and products, restaurants, accessories, and more. For more information, head over to UNiDAYS to see what discounts are available today.

Studentbeans

Originally started in the UK, Studentbeans is now a global corporation that provides discounts for students all over the world. Like other student discount programs, Studentbeans has an app to make it super easy to find discounts for a huge number of things, including fashion, technology, beauty products, tech, software (including games), and services like Tunnelbear. Check it out over on the Studentbeans site.

Student discounts for computers and electronics

Being a student means you'll need at least a laptop, if not a whole array of other tech devices. And since these are usually big ticket items, it's incredibly important to get as good a discount on them as you can. Here's a quick list of some student discounts we found for computers and electronics.

Apple student discount

Apple offers education pricing through the Apple Higher Education store. Here you can get discounts on accessories, a free pair of AirPods, and 20% off Apple Care+.

Dell student discount

Dell is currently offering students an additional $100 discount on select desktop and laptop computers, as well as for monitors and laptop bags. The machines range in price from $699.99 to $2,899.99, so an extra $100 isn't a huge discount, but every little bit helps. Head over to the Dell Deals page to find out more (scroll down to find the Student section).

Microsoft student discount

Microsoft has always made an effort to attract as many students to their products as possible. Part of this effort includes the Microsoft student store, where you can find deals for a huge array of products, services, and software, including laptops, Surface tablets, accessories, Xbox Game Passes, and more. One of the most notable things is that students can get Microsoft Office 365 for free.

Not sure if you're eligible for this discount? You can read through the details here.

Staples student discount

Staples doesn't offer a student discount per se, but they do have a central Deals Centre where you can find discounts and specials for office supplies, technology, and office furniture. Staples also has a Back to School HQ page, offering prepackaged school supply bundles that are available for 5% to 10% off. These bundles differ by grade, and range from Kindergarten to Grade 12.

Samsung student discount

Similarly, Samsung doesn't have a specific student discount, but they are offering some back to school deals on phones, computers, TVs, and more. You can find these over at the Samsung site. These are largely available for a limited time, but they'll probably continue to refresh that page with new offers throughout the year. The best part? You can earn AIR MILES when you purchase some items from Samsung, at a rate of 1 mile for every $20 spent.

HP student discount

Like Microsoft, HP offers some great discounts for computers and technology geared specifically towards students, including hardware bundles, laptops, printers, gaming PCs, monitors, and more. They also have what they call " HP Academy," which gives students, parents, teachers, and school staff access to special deals and offers from HP. Eligibility is verified, so these deals are exclusively for people involved in higher education.

Lenovo student discount

Lenovo also offers student and teacher discounts on laptops, PCs, and other tech. Available brands include ThinkPads, Yoga laptops, Legion gaming laptops, and IdeaPads. Lenovo also offers special student financing through PayBright, to help break those big ticket items down into more manageable monthly installments over 6, 12, or 24 months.

Student discounts for subscriptions and online services

Streaming and cloud services are just part of life now, but are there any that offer discounts for students? We found a few, including a sweet student discount for Spotify that's worth checking out.

Spotify student discount

Spotify has a sweet deal for students. Start with 1 month of Spotify Premium for free, then subscribe for only $4.99 a month for up to 4 years. You will have to renew every 12 months and verify your student status each time, but you're getting 50% off the regular subscription price, which is well worth the effort. Hit the Spotify student discount page for more information and to get started.

Disney+ student discount

Need to get your Star Wars, Marvel, or Pixar fix? Disney+ is currently offering a 15% discount on an annual subscription. Sign up for a full year and you'll pay only $89.99, rather than the regular $8.99 per month. And while this isn't exclusively for students (anyone signing up for an annual subscription gets the same deal), we figured it was worth mentioning.

Amazon Prime student discount

When Amazon Prime first started it was just a way to get discounted priority shipping on stuff you ordered. Since then, it has grown in size and scope and now offers free 2 day shipping, the ability to stream TV shows and movies, on-demand music streaming, Twitch Prime, and more. Right now Amazon is offering students a 6 month free trial of Amazon Prime, after which you'll get 50% off your subscription. That's almost a $50 savings on the price of a regular Prime subscription.

Adobe student discount

If you're in a program where you need to use Adobe's Creative Cloud apps, you'll pay US$19.99 per month for 1 year, then US$29.99 per month after that. This is a significant discount off the usual US$52.99 monthly subscription. This gives you unlimited access to the full suite of 20 Creative Cloud apps, including Photoshop, Lightroom, InDesign, and Illustrator. You can get all the details over on the Adobe Students & Teachers page.

Student discounts for clothes, shoes, and beauty products

When we were kids, back to school always meant new clothes and shoes. Why should that change? Here's a quick rundown of some student discounts for clothes, shoes, and beauty products.
Worried about your student loans? Find out how to pay down your student debt fast.
Student discounts for travel and transit

We all need to get around every so often, so why not save some money when you're taking transit or travelling back home for Christmas? Here are some travel and transit discounts available for students.

Greyhound student discount

Greyhound offers up to 45% off fares going to or from a number of major universities in Canada, including: Guelph University, McMaster University, Wilfred Laurier, and more. If you're booking eligible trips on the Greyhound site, these discounts will be automatically applied if you select the "Student" fare option.

Additionally, with an International Student Identity Card or other valid student ID, you can get 10% off all other regular adult fares. You will also have to provide documentation of current enrollment, so bring along a class schedule when you're traveling. See the Greyhound student discount page for more information.

Via Rail student discount

Via Rail offers a discounted Student Pass that allows you to pay for 50 travel credits in advance, for travel in the Quebec City - Windsor corridor. Your 50 travel credits will be valid for 120 days, and there are no blackout dates. If you're a student in that area and travel frequently to visit nearby friends and family, this is a pretty sweet deal.

Air Canada student discount

Air Canada also offers a Student Pass, which is a package of 6 pre-paid one-way flights in Standard or Flex fare. This is available to any full-time or part-time students who are Aeroplan members, and you can fly anywhere within Canada, between Canada and the U.S., and throughout Europe and Asia. There are more details available at the Air Canada site.

GO Transit student discount

If you're in the Greater Toronto Area, GO Transit offers a discount for students worth 22.5% off regular adult fares. This requires getting a Presto card and setting it up for student fares, at which point you'll receive these discounts automatically. Always remember to carry your student ID with you when travelling, however, as you may be required to show it to fare inspectors. There's more information about ID and other requirements on the GO Transit website.

TTC student discount

And if you're in Toronto itself, you can get a student discount for the monthly TTC pass. You have to be enrolled in a full-time degree or diploma program in Toronto to receive this discount. You'll also need a TTC post-secondary photo ID to use with your pass, and you may be asked to show that to TTC staff and fare inspectors. Get all the details at the TTC website.

Miscellaneous other student discounts

And there's more. There are student discounts available for a whole variety of other things, including these gems we found below.

Bulk Barn student discount

The Bulk Barn is one of the best places to get budget food staples like beans, rice, noodles, spices, and more, even before their student discount. And it's an eco-conscious choice, since you can bring in your own reusable containers, and never have to worry about putting extra plastic bags and packaging into the environment.

Every Wednesday, students and seniors enjoy an additional 10% off regularly priced products when you present a valid piece of ID when checking out. Win win.

NYTimes

For only $2 every 4 weeks, students can read unlimited NYTimes articles on any device. This includes access to the NYTimes complete digital archives, going back to 1851, which can be a great research tool. Read more about this at the NYTimes Academic Rate subscription page.
Not sure how you're going to cover tuition this year? Apply for a chance to receive a $2,000 scholarship.
Wall Street Journal

Similarly, for US$1 for 15 weeks, students can subscribe to the Wall Street Journal's Student Digital Pack. This gives you unlimited access to WSJ.com, including podcasts, and access to WSJ+ Premium Benefits. Your subscription will revert to the regular rate at the end of 15 weeks, however, so be sure either to cancel before then, or be prepared to pay the boosted price.

Best student credit cards in Canada

There are loads of great offers out there for students, of course, but did you know that there are some credit cards designed specifically for students? It's true.

And credit cards can be a powerful financial tool if they're used responsibly. If you use them regularly and are disciplined about always paying them off in full every month, they're a great way to establish credit history and build your credit score.

If you're going to be paying for stuff all the time anyways, credit cards are also a great way to earn rewards for your everyday spending.

Here's a rundown of some of the best student credit cards currently available in Canada.

Earn cash back on every purchase

A no-fee BMO student card that puts you in control and lets you choose when you receive your cash back rewards.

Cash back rewards are some of the most flexible rewards you can get. I mean...it's cash. What's more flexible than that? And the will let you earn cash back anywhere you shop.

First off, you'll start with the welcome bonus of 5% cash back on all your purchases for the first 3 months you have the card, after which you'll earn:

3% cash back on groceries, up to $500 spent per month,

1% cash back on recurring bill payments, up to $500 spent per month, and

0.5% cash back on all other purchases.

And you get to decide when to redeem your rewards, either annually, each time you reach a certain amount, or in a big lump sum, with a minimum redemption of only $1.

As an added bonus, you get BMO's extended warranty and purchase protection coverage, all for no annual fee.

Rack up some AIR MILES with your everyday shopping

Kickstart your AIR MILES collection with 800 bonus miles just for signing up, then earn:

2x the miles for all purchases at participating AIR MILES partners, and

1 mile for every $20 in purchases.

This student credit card also comes with complimentary extended warranty and purchase protection coverage, giving your added peace of mind when buying some of those high-ticket items.

If you're not familiar with AIR MILES, check out our guide to maximizing the AIR MILES rewards program.

A prepaid credit card with added rewards

The Stack Mastercard is a no fee prepaid card with no foreign exchange fees that lets you earn rewards with partnered retailers. You'll not only save on fees, but you'll also earn some bonus rewards with this prepaid card.

While the won't help you build your credit score, it's easy to get, and even easier to use.

You can load this prepaid credit card with an Interac e-Transfer, by paying it like it's a regular bill, or by loading it at select merchants, including at Canada Post outlets.

Once loaded, simply use it like a regular credit card, only instead of going into debt, you're just spending the money you already loaded on to it. That way, you never have to worry about credit card interest piling up.

An added bonus? You can use your card to make purchases at Stack's retail partners through the Stack app and earn some bonus cash back.

No fee prepaid Visa with cash back

Sign up using code " CCGBONUS" for 1% extra cash back for the first 90 days.

The KOHO Visa is a no fee prepaid card that lets you earn cash back rewards on all your purchases.

Worried about expenses? Check out our ultimate guide to financing for students.
As another prepaid credit card, the is a way to earn cash back on all your purchases, even if you don't currently qualify for another credit card.

You can load this card up through Interac e-Transfer, or by direct payroll deposit. Then, when you use it, you'll earn 0.5% cash back on every purchase.
Do you know of other student discounts that we haven't mentioned here? Have any other money saving tips for students?
Sign up through us using the " CCGBONUS " code, and you'll even earn an extra 1% cash back for the first 90 days you have the card.

Bottom line

I'm sure there are a whole bunch of student discounts we've missed, but these should at least get you started on saving some money this school year.

Let us know in the comments!

FAQ

How do I get a Microsoft student discount?

Microsoft student discounts are available to K-12 and higher education students, parents, and teachers. While you don't have to present ID when making purchases (you just vouch that you're eligible), false representations of eligibility voids the offer. So, long story short, you have to be able to prove you're eligible, or Microsoft can cancel your order or collect the full price of the products you've purchased.

How much is Spotify Premium with a student discount?

After the free 1 month trial period, students pay $4.99 a month for Spotify Premium for up to 4 years. You do have to renew every year, including verifying that you're still a student, but that's pretty straightforward, and totally worth the trouble for a 50% discount on this service.

Where do I find Dell student discount deals?

You can find Dell student discounts over on the Dell website, under the "Deals" tab. Just be sure to scroll down a bunch until you find the student-specific stuff.

Are there any student discounts for laptops?

Several companies offer student discounts for laptops, including: Dell, Microsoft, HP, and Lenovo. Apple doesn't offer student discounts for laptops directly, but they do offer some extra discounts for add-ons and accessories.

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Click here to download the Health & Dental Plan coverage leaflet for the 2020-2021 Benefit Year.

The highlights below are provided as general information. Coverage for eligible costs are based on the contract detail. Reasonable and customary rates will be applied. Select the benefit for additional coverage details.

Ambulance:
Reimbursed at 80% to a maximum of $250 per occurrence.
(please click Supplemental Health for details)

Prescription Drugs:
Reimbursed at 80% to a maximum of $3,000 per benefit year.
Based on the National Formulary with a generic rider.
(please click Prescription Drugs for details)

Vision:
Reimbursed at 100% to a maximum of $80 for glasses or contact lenses every 24 months. Limit of 1 eye exam every 24 months based on reasonable and customary charges.
(please click Vision for details)

Health Practitioners:
The services of paramedical practitioners are reimbursed at 80% to a specified maximum. Practitioners must be registered and licensed in their field of practice.
(please click Supplemental Health for details)

Medical Equipment & Supplies:
Reimbursed at 80%. A physician's prescription is required. Pre-authorization is suggested.
(please click Supplemental Health for details)

Dental Coverage:
Exams covered at 100% (Select Dentists) or 70% (Alternate Dentists) once per benefit year. Overall plan maximum of $750 per benefit year.
(please click Dental for details)

Dental Accident:
Reimbursed at 80% to a maximum of $1,000 per accident (services must be performed within 12 months of accident; authorization required).
(please click Supplemental Health for details)

Travel Insurance:
$5 million of coverage for emergencies and illnesses while travelling.
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Accidental Death & Dismemberment:
$5,000 loss of life benefit.
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Tutorial:
After 15 days of confinement due to illness or injury.
(please click Other Insurances for details)

NOTE: In the event of any discrepancy between the information herein and our contract with the insurer, the terms of the contract will apply.

Ambulance
Your plan covers 80% to a maximum of $250 per occurrence for ambulance for licensed ground ambulance or emergency air service that transports the patient to the nearest hospital equipped to provide the required treatment when the physical condition of the patient prevents the use of another means of transportation. If the patient requires the services of a registered nurse during the flight, the services and return airfare for a registered nurse are covered.

Practitioners
Student benefits are payable after any Provincial Health Care benefits have been exhausted. This plan does not cover user fees. Student specific rates are available for some of the indicated services, information can be found in Select Savings. Practitioners must be registered and licensed in their field of practice.

The services of the following practitioners are covered at 80% up to $20 per visit to a maximum of $300 based on reasonable and customary charges, per practitioner, per benefit year.
* physiotherapist*
* registered massage therapist*
* chiropractor, including 1 x-ray examination per benefit year
* speech language pathologist*
* osteopath, including 1 x-ray examination per benefit year
* naturopath
* podiatrist or chiropodist, including one x-ray examination per benefit year

The services of the following practitioners are covered at 80%, to a maximum of $500 based on reasonable and customary charges, per benefit year.
* psychologist or social worker

*physician's prescription/referral required for indicated services

Medical Services & Supplies
It is recommended that an application for pre-approval be submitted to the insurer for any item that would be claimed under the Medical Services & Supplies benefit.

Medical Equipment
Your plan covers 80% of reasonable and customary charges for eligible equipment when prescribed by a physician. Eligible durable equipment includes, but is not limited to, items such as:

* wheel chairs
* wheel chair repairs (lifetime maximum of $250)
* walkers
* hospital beds
* traction kits

Braces, Crutches, Splints, Trusses
Your plan covers 80% of reasonable and customary charges when prescribed by a physician and are not solely for athletic use for braces, crutches, splints, and trusses.

Prosthesis
Your plan covers 80% of reasonable and customary charges when prescribed by a physician for artificial limbs or other prosthetic appliances.

Diabetic Supplies
Your plan covers 80% to a maximum of $150 during a 5 year period for blood glucose monitors.

Orthopaedics*
Your plan covers 80% up to a maximum of $150 per foot per benefit year for Custom-Made Orthopaedic shoes when they are required for the correction of deformity of the bones and muscles and provided they are not solely for athletic use and are prescribed by a physician, podiatrist, chiropodist or chiropractor. Modifications, repairs and adjustments to custom-made orthopaedic shoes are covered without a prescription.

*IMPORTANT It is strongly recommended that a pre-determination/estimate be submitted to Canada Life to ensure that the guidelines set out by Canada Life for the payment of Orthopaedics are met and to confirm that your claim would be eligible.

Dental Accident
IMPORTANT! Dental Accident Pre-determination: An estimate for all dental accident services MUST be submitted to the health plan insurer. If you go ahead with treatment without a pre-determination being approved, you are doing so at the risk of the expenses being yours.

The plan covers 80% to a maximum of $1,000 per occurrence of the cost of the services of a dental surgeon, limited to the fees provided in the current General Practitioners fee guide, including dental prosthesis, required for the treatment of a fractured jaw or accidental injuries to natural teeth or jaw if caused by external, violent and accidental means. Services must be performed within 12 months of the accident. If a dental accident occurs, the health plan's dental accident provision will pay benefits before the dental plan.

Treatment must be completed within 12 months of the impact. If treatment is scheduled to occur more than 90 days after the impact, a treatment plan must be submitted to the insurer before the end of the 90 day period.

Your drug plan covers 80% of the cost of most medications legally requiring a prescription to a maximum of $3,000 per benefit year.

Your drug plan includes coverage of Smoking Cessation Products that legally require a prescription. Reimbursed at 80% to a lifetime maximum of $500.

The Gardasil vaccine is covered on your plan

The maximum amount payable to an eligible brand name drug will be limited to the lowest priced item in the appropriate generic category.

IMPORTANT! Advise your doctor and pharmacist that you are on the National Formulary.

The National Formulary is a specific list of drugs that are eligible for reimbursement under your drug benefit. Formularies are developed to ensure that prescription drugs are available on a cost-effective basis. It covers approximately 85% of the most frequently prescribed drugs. Formularies are reviewed regularly and as a result, updates are made on an ongoing basis.

Exception Process: In the event that the drugs covered by the Formulary are not effective in treating the condition, an exception process is in place. To be eligible for an exception, you must have tried one alternative drug listed on the Formulary. An exception drug request form is available below or from the NAITSA Service Hub and must be completed by your physician. Completed forms may be returned to NAITSA Service Hub or can be faxed directly to the insurance company.

Request for Coverage of Exception Status Drug form

Your plan covers 100% of the cost of eye examinations by an ophthalmologist or optometrist limited to one examination, in a 24 month period, based on reasonable and customary charges.

Your plan covers 100% of cost for the purchase of eyeglasses and/or contact lenses to a maximum of $80, once during a 24 month period, based on reasonable and customary charges.

Payment of dental benefits is based on the General Practitioners Dental Association suggested fee guide or the Insurance Reimbursement Rate set by the Canadian Life and Health Insurance Association Inc. (CLHIA) when a fee guide is not available. For services provided by a dental specialist, payment is based upon the General Practitioners Dental Association suggested fee guide.

Alternate Benefit - When there are two or more courses of treatment available to adequately correct a dental condition, reimbursement may be based on the cost of the least expensive treatment, which provides adequate care to the Insured.

Select and Alternate Dental Providers
The dental benefits provided under the Select Dental Provider option are provided through a specific network of dental centres. If you choose one of the Select Dental Providers, your diagnostic & preventive dental benefits will be reimbursed at the level indicated below. Please contact the NAITSA Service Hub or use the "Find a Practitioner" option for a list of Select Dental Providers* where services can be received.

If you choose an Alternate Dental Provider (a dentist or dental centre not on the Select Dental Provider list) your diagnostic & preventive dental benefits will be reimbursed at the level indicated below.

*Please note: the list of Select Dental Providers may be subject to change.

If you need to cancel your dental appointment, 24 hours notice is expected. If you do not give 24 hours notice, the dental office may charge a fee which is not covered under the plan.

IMPORTANT! Please submit a pre-determination/pre-authorization to the insurance carrier prior to treatment of specialist services and any treatment plan exceeding $500.

Your plan covers up to a maximum of $750 per benefit year.

Diagnostic & Preventative
Your plan covers 100% for Select Dentists or 70% for Alternate Dentists for diagnostic and preventative procedures including:
* recall examination(dental cleaning), 1 per benefit year
* complete series of x-rays, 1 in any period of 36 months
* bitewings, not more than 4 films per benefit year
* polishing, 1 unit per benefit year
* scaling, 2 units per benefit year
* fluoride, under 19 years of age, 1 treatment per benefit year

Minor Restorative
Your plan covers 80% for services associated with dental health restoration, including:
* space maintainers and maintenance, under 15 years of age
* amalgam and tooth coloured fillings, 1 per tooth in any period of 24 months
* stainless steel and plastic full coverage restorations, under 15 years of age, 1 per tooth in any period of 36 months
* recementation of fixed prosthetics
* denture adjustments and repairs
* relining, rebasing and tissue conditioning, one treatment in any period of 36 months
* pit and fissure sealants, under 19 years of age, 1 replacement per tooth, per lifetime, on permanent molars

Oral Surgery
Your plan covers 50% for services associated with surgical extractions, including:
* extractions, not more than 2 wisdom teeth per benefit year
* anaesthesia, eligible when done in conjunction with Oral Surgery
* panoramic x-ray, 1 in any period of 36 months

Endodontic
Your plan covers 50% for endodontic services including:
* root canal therapy

Periodontic
Your plan covers 50% for periodontic services including:
* additional scaling and/or root planing, maximum 2 units per benefit year

Major Restorative
Your plan covers 15% for major restorative services including:
* crowns
* bridges
* dentures

Replacement of an existing crown, bridge or dentures is an eligible expense if the replacement is required to replace an existing crown, bridge or denture which was installed 5 years before the replacement.

Accidental Death & Dismemberment*
Your plan provides coverage for the loss of life or limb and for paralysis caused by an accident. The amount of your life benefit is $5,000. Please contact health and dental plan office for a complete schedule of losses.
Your plan covers 80% up to $15 per hour to a maximum of $2,000 per benefit year for private tutorial service if the student is confined to home or hospital for a minimum of 15 consecutive school days.

*Applicable to the Student only. Family members are not eligible for reimbursement of Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Tutorial benefits.

Group Out-of-Province/Canada Travel Medical Emergency Insurance

Provides coverage of up to a maximum of $5 million per insured person per coverage period for certain expenses incurred as a result of an emergency while travelling on trips that originated from your Canadian province or territory of residence. It is important to remind you that this coverage is not available in the province where you attend school or in your country of origin. Your coverage period is 180 days per trip. Coverage is subject to the terms and conditions provided in the Benefits Booklet .

In addition, this insurance provides coverage for the following benefits:
* Up to $5,000 per insured person, per trip for trip cancellation
* Up to $2,000 per insured person, per trip, for trip interruption; and
* Up to $1,000 per insured person, per trip, for baggage insurance.

Information you will need along with your Travel Assist card when opening a claim:
Group Policy Number: 1170109
Certificate Number: Your NAIT Student ID

This insurance product is underwritten by Royal & Sun Alliance Insurance Company of Canada. Coverage is subject to the terms and conditions in the Benefits Booklet. For benefit complete details regarding this coverage download yourBenefits Booklet and travel medical assistance card.

Limitations and Exclusions to Extended Health Benefits
No benefit is payable for:
1) expenses for which benefits are payable under a Workers' Compensation Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act or a similar statute;
2) expenses incurred due to intentionally self-inflicted injuries;
3) expenses incurred due to civil disorder or war, whether or not war was declared;
4) expenses for services and products, rendered or prescribed by a person who is ordinarily a resident in the patient's home or who is related to the patient by blood or marriage;
5) expenses for which benefits are payable under a government plan;
6) expenses for benefits which are legally prohibited by the government from coverage;
7) out-of-province expenses for elective (non-emergency) medical treatment or surgery;
8) expenses for drugs which, in the insurer's opinion, are experimental;
9) expenses for dietary supplements, vitamins and infant foods;
10) expenses for contraceptives (other than oral);
11) drugs for the treatment of erectile dysfunction;
12) expenses for drugs if they are used for the treatment of infertility;
13) expenses for the services of a homemaker;
14) expenses for items purchased solely for athletic use;
15) dental expenses, except those specifically provided under eligible expenses for treatment of accidental injuries to natural teeth;
16) utilization fees which are imposed by the Provincial Health Care Plan for the use of a service;
17) expenses for the regular treatment of an injury or disease which existed before the member's or dependant's departure from his/her province of residence;
18) expenses incurred on a non-emergency or referral basis;
19) immunizations and vaccines (Hepatitis B will be covered, except for Recombivax HB preservative free - DIN 02245976 and DIN 02245977); or
20) any other exclusion identified in the policy contract.

Limitations and Exclusions to Dental Benefits
No benefit is payable for:
1) any cause for which the insured may apply for and receive protection, exemption or compensation under any Workers' Compensation Act;
2) self-inflicted injuries while sane or insane;
3) war, insurrection or hostilities of any kind whether or not the insured was a participant in such actions;
4) participation in any riot or civil commotion;
5) committing or attempting to commit a criminal offence or provoking an assault;
6) any group or policyholder sponsored dental care or treatment;
7) any dental care or treatment for which the insured is not legally obliged to pay;
8) dental care, treatment or supplies primarily for cosmetic purposes;
9) any appointments not kept or for the completion of claim forms;
10) any dental treatment that has as its purpose the correction of temporomandibular joint dysfunction;
11) any services or supplies for implantology, including tooth implantation and surgical insertion of fabricated implants;
12) any endodontic treatment commencing prior to the date on which the Insured becomes insured under this provision, except as required to be consistent with the terms of the applicable Extension of Insurance on Replacement of this Policy section;
13) replacement of mislaid, lost or stolen appliances;
14) any crowns placed on teeth that are not functionally impaired by incisal or cuspal damage;
15) any crowns, dentures, and bridges for which tooth preparations were made prior to the date on which the Insured becomes insured under this provision, except as required to be consistent with the terms of the applicable Extension of Insurance on Replacement of this Policy section;
16) charges that are in excess of the fees stated in the Alberta Dental Association General Dentist Fee Guide applicable to this benefit;
17) where coverage for services is provided under any government plan;
18) where services would be provided without charge in the absence of this policy; or
19) any other exclusions identified in the policy contract.

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Click here to download the Health & Dental Plan coverage leaflet for the 2020-2021 Benefit Year. The highlights below are provided as general information. Coverage for eligible costs are based on the contract detail. Reasonable and customary rates will be applied. Select the benefit for additional coverage details.

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See if you're eligible for any scholarships or bursaries.

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NAIT supports over 4,000 students by awarding over $6 million in scholarships and bursaries each year.
Explore your options
Award Criteria in Response to COVID-19

Applications for scholarships and bursaries opened Tuesday, Jan. 5 and will close Friday, Jan. 29. The winter 2021 selection process for awards is shifting to account for changes to the NAIT grading scale and class delivery resulting from COVID-19-related closures.

Note: The COVID-19 Student Relief Bursary, designed to help full-time students with unexpected expenses or shortfalls related to the pandemic, is a special application that will remain open until Friday, April 16. See funding options for details on how to apply for the COVID-19 Student Relief Bursary.

Selection criteria may be different from what is posted online. Please see below for an overview of the changes to our scholarship and bursary applications for the 2021 winter term.

Bursaries Based on Financial Need

Student Awards & Financial Aid will be making bursary selections based primarily on the applicant's financial need and a satisfactory academic standing of 'P' based on the H/P/F grading scale.

Scholarships Based on Merit

Our program areas are our best resource for speaking to NAIT students' hard work and dedication. Student Awards & Financial Aid will work with program areas to support a holistic approach to the selection process.

Scholarships and Bursaries with Community Involvement

For Fall 2020 selection, NAIT will broaden the definition of community service by asking students to explain how COVID-19 has impacted their life and studies. Applicants can speak to the challenges the pandemic has presented in their own lives or community and how they may be supporting others through this time.

Tips for applying

All funding applications are done online in the Student Portal. You will be able to save your progress and return to the application at any point during the application process.

Know your deadlines

It takes time to get all the required information and documents together; it is important for you to prepare well in advance.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Read instructions carefully

The online application form contains detailed instructions at each step to help you through the application process.

Personal information

The online application form determines your eligibility for specific awards based on your personal information.

If your information is not accurate, you may not be considered for certain awards.

Essay questions

Provide all the information requested, especially for essay questions.

When writing essays, speak to each point required in the essay question, and give specific examples whenever possible.

Tip: How-to create a Community Involvement Resume

Pay attention to details

Your application will be evaluated based on the information you provide. Please be specific and thorough so that your application may be fully considered.

Proofread

The quality of your writing is more important than the quantity of your writing.

Proofread the written portions of your application for spelling and grammar errors.

Ask for help

If you have questions about the application process, please contact us!
Student Awards Office
How to apply

1. NAIT's Scholarship and Bursary system will:

determine if you meet the minimum criteria to apply for scholarships/bursaries.

determine the application period during which you must apply (see our Deadlines page for an explanation of all the application periods).

2. If you meet the minimum criteria to apply, NAIT's Scholarship and Bursary system will automatically update your MyNAIT Portal with an online application form. This will only happen on the start of your application period. The online application form will be accessible on your MyNAIT Portal Dashboard, under the "My Tasks" bar on your homepage.

My Tasks

A "My Tasks" bar will only appear if you have an outstanding task for eligible scholarships. You may not be able to see your "My Tasks" bar until the application has been assigned to your MyNAIT Portal.

If you're a Business Administration student that has completed 8 - 10 courses in levels 1 and 2, you will have to declare your emphasis or specialization to be eligible for some scholarships. Email businfo@nait.ca to properly declare the program you're in.

3. Click on the scholarships/bursaries application link under "My Tasks" and fill out your application.

4. The online application form will guide you through a step-by-step application process. Follow the instructions and fill out the application - you are required to complete all sections of the application.

5. At each step of the application process, you will be asked to confirm or provide information about yourself in order to determine your eligibility for NAIT Scholarships and/or Bursaries.

6. Based on the information you provide, the system will generate a list of all awards for which you meet the criteria.

7. Some awards may require an essay submission or additional documentation to be uploaded to the application (ex. Community Involvement Resume).

8. Your application will be submitted to each award on your list with a status of "Ready to Submit", once you submit your application.

9. Submit your application by the application deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Your Personal Information

The following personal information will be requested from you, should you be awarded a scholarship or bursary from NAIT.

1. Social Insurance Number (SIN): A SIN number is a unique nine-digit number that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) uses to identify you for tax purposes. You need it to work in Canada or to have access to government programs and benefits.

2. Individual Tax Number (ITN): An ITN is a unique nine-digit number that the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) uses to identify you for tax purposes if you aren't eligible for a Social Insurance Number (SIN).

This information is required for tax purposes and to make sure that cheques are issued and processed correctly.

T4A Slip: A T4A slip is an official document for tax purposes. It provides the amount of funds a student has received in scholarships, bursaries, and awards from January to December of any given year. If you receive a scholarship or bursary from NAIT, you will be issued a T4A slip.
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The best move you can make as a student is to get to know and make use of NAITSA services. From academic support, to making friends, to saving money on everyday purchases, NAITSA makes your life easier so you can focus on what's really important. Scroll down and learn more about how NAITSA supports you in three key areas that will help you further your educational goals!

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Moodle is the platform NAIT uses for online learning. Check out the video for an overview.

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Receive notifications with instructions on protecting yourself and those around you during an emergency.

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Download the NAIT Alert mobile app

Download the free NAIT Alert mobile app to receive notifications from NAIT during emergencies. It's available for iOS and Android devices from the following app stores.

Enable push notification and location services on your mobile device to use NAIT Alert in-app features.

NAIT Alert will be used

To notify members of the NAIT community when they are required to take immediate action to protect themselves during an emergency.

To communicate with select groups, including NAIT leaders, emergency wardens and members of the Emergency Operations Centre.

NAIT Alert does not take the place of a fire alarm.

Always evacuate when you hear a fire alarm and follow instructions from emergency wardens and first responders.

In the event of a confirmed fire, NAIT Alert may be used to provide supplementary information.

Once the notification period has ended, emergency communication will continue via normal channels, including nait.ca/emergency, the intranet, the myNAIT Portal and social media.

Benefits of NAIT Alert

Receive timely emergency notifications with instructions on the actions you should take to protect yourself and those around you during an emergency.

NAIT Alert makes it convenient to

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy

Your personal information is being collected pursuant to the authority of the Post-secondary Learning Act (Alberta), and section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act(Alberta)(FOIP)

This information, along with the contact information you already have on file at NAIT if you are a student or staff member, will be used to contact you in the event of emergency notifications being sent out by NAIT, in keeping with its Emergency Notification program. The information is protected under FOIP legislation. If you have any questions about the collection, use or disclosure of your personal information, contact Protective Services

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Improve how you study and learn strategies for dealing with procrastination.

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Learning Services - Learning Modules - Study-skills & Strategies - Learning Services

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Please fill out our survey after reviewing the checklist. Your input will help to refine and improve this tool for future students.

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Step 1: Visit https://padlet.com/naitstudents/checklist
Step 2: Take a few minutes to review the checklist
Step 3: Fill out the survey

Project Overview: Using the data uncovered during two international student focus groups in November 2020, our BTech research team grouped academic and student resources into phases. The team believes that breaking down existing NAIT resources into more digestible chunks helps new students progress gradually through their first year as a NAIT student.

Participation: Response is entirely voluntary and confidential and the form does not request any names or personal information.

Next to zero risk in participation: Participation in this survey poses minimal risk for respondents. This means that the potential harm you may encounter through participation in this study is no greater than the possible harm you might encounter in any other aspect of your everyday life. Responding to the survey provides valuable feedback on the Padlet checklist.

Feedback Usage: No one except the student researchers will read the individual answers to each survey question. Presentations or publication of results will use aggregated and anonymized information. Participant feedback will be used to receive feedback on checklist, an online student guide.

For any inquiries contact below, Thank You
Contacts:
Alisa Anderson - aanderson31@studentmail.nait.ca
Balraj Singh - bsingh72@studentmail.nait.ca
Fawad Syed - fsyed6@studentmail.nait.ca

* The checklist is a prototype made by Bachelor of Technology (BTech) student

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Support your mental health and wellness with these NAIT resources.

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Most of NAIT's mental health resources and services are available virtually during COVID-19. Flynn, NAIT's therapy dog, is currently not on campus as part of our response to COVID-19.

Resilience and well-being play an important role in students' NAIT education. NAIT can help students recognize, improve and maintain their mental health, as well as support peers in theirs!

NAIT Resources

NAIT offers a number of resources students can access independently to support their mental health. This includes:

Regular events, workshops and initiatives focused on holistic well-being

Well-being modules

Access to headversity, an app designed to increase resilience

NAITSA's myWellness platform

NAIT's therapy dog, Flynn

Current students can access these resources through the MyNAIT Student Portal.
Log in to MyNAIT Portal
The Big Mental Health Picture

Most, if not all, of the student experience interacts with mental health. While the resources on this page can support students in navigating mental health, we encourage students to connect the dots unique to them by considering the full NAIT community and engaging services, resources and people they think can help!
NAIT's Mental Health & Well-being Strategy
Related NAIT Supports

In addition to these resources, we encourage students to consider connecting with one of the many NAIT service areas that can support them!

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Get involved with student clubs to meet new people and to pursue your interests, hobbies and passions.

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NAITSA's clubs exist solely to expand and enhance your post-secondary experience. Our clubs provide valuable social, cultural, and educational services that encourage you, as a NAIT student, to participate and connect in the NAIT experience.

Our main philosophy on clubs is that they must be open to EVERY STUDENT AT NAIT, regardless of age, race, religion, ability, gender, social status, or sexual orientation.

With so many options, it's very difficult for a NAIT student to not find something to join. It really is the best way to ensure you have the ultimate NAIT experience!

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NAITSA's clubs exist solely to expand and enhance your post-secondary experience. Our clubs provide valuable social, cultural, and educational services that encourage you, as a NAIT student, to participate and connect in the NAIT experience. Our main philosophy on clubs is that they must be open to EVERY STUDENT AT NAIT, regardless of age, race, religion, ability, gender, social status, or sexual orientation.