The TCSA is happy to announce the creation of two new grants available to Trent students. We hope that with the creation of both, we can continue to support our membership and create accessible opportunities for more students. The following grants are available to undergraduate students at the Peterborough campus.

TCSA Driver’s Education Bursary

In recognizing how a lack of driving experience can have a negative impact on the high cost of car insurance premiums, the TCSA, working with AAA Best Driving School in Peterborough, has created an opportunity for students without driving experience in Canada to receive driver’s education at a reduced cost. This opportunity is geared towards students who have little to no driving experience in Canada and who are financially unable to take a driving course. Click here for more information and to access the application form.

Gender-Affirming Care Grant

This bursary was created to give a small number of trans and gender non-conforming individuals living in Peterborough access to the funds they need to purchase gender-affirming items or services. These items include (but are not limited to) binders, packers, hair removal services, name change, and legal documentation changes.

The TCSA is currently running this program on a trial basis in partnership with The Centre for Women and Trans People (CWTP), and Trent Durham Student Association (TDSA). Click here to find out more about the Gender-Affirming Care Grant.