Seneca’s Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Loss of job

75 per cent of Seneca students had their employment affected by COVID-19

Housing

59 per cent of Seneca students can no longer afford one or more household expenses (rent, utilities) because of COVID-19

Food insecurity

27 per cent of Seneca students have experienced food insecurity due to COVID-19

Medical and wellness

89 per cent of Seneca students are feeling anxiety and uncertainty about their future plans

Family, child and elder care

32 per cent of Seneca students care for dependants

Online learning

28 per cent of Seneca students considered not enrolling this year due to remote learning challenges

“This support coming during the difficult time we are all experiencing is such a blessing, and I could not be more thankful! It’s been quite stressful to think about how I’m going to afford tuition and rent at the same time. THANK YOU! I feel honoured to receive your support and please rest assured, it will help me immensely.”

Alice Maria Guimaraes Bento, student, Social Service Worker

“This award will help greatly as I try to minimize my student debt while attending Seneca. It means a great deal to have assistance from people who understand the struggle to pay for an education, especially during these uncertain times.”

Jack Prucha, student, Firefighter, Pre-Service Education & Training

“This bursary will help me to pay for my living expenses as I continue to pursue my education. Being unable to work the hours required to make ends meet during this time, I am very appreciative. It will help combat some of the financial stress I have been facing. I would like to say thank you again to every donor. I am extremely grateful for your support.”

Janica Clarence, student, Social Service Worker – Immigrants & Refugees