Public programs

Help from the Government of Canada, Ontario and the City of Toronto. Most of it is free, and a lot of students don't know it exists.

Federal Student Work Experience Program (FSWEP)

Paid student jobs across federal departments from a single application

Public service graduate recruitment

Federal recruitment programs for recent and upcoming graduates

Ontario Public Service careers

Provincial government jobs, including student and internship postings

City of Toronto jobs

City jobs, including student and summer positions

Job Bank for youth

Youth job search, summer jobs and career tools

Youth Employment and Skills Strategy

Federally funded programs for youth jobs and work experience

Employment Ontario

Free job search help, training and apprenticeships

Toronto employment support

City-run employment centres and youth programs

OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program)

Grants and loans for tuition and living costs (citizens, PRs and protected persons)

Canada student aid

Canada Student Grants and Loans

Funding and mentoring for students to start a summer business

Free, confidential 24/7 support for Ontario post-secondary students (call or text)

988 Suicide Crisis Helpline

Call or text 988 any time, day or night

OHIP health card

Apply for provincial health coverage (international students usually use their school's plan)

Renting in Ontario: your rights

Rules on deposits, rent increases, evictions and more

Landlord and Tenant Board

Official tribunal for landlord and tenant disputes

Toronto housing & shelter help

Housing help, emergency shelter and tenant support

TTC fares & passes

Fares, passes and discounts for subway and bus

Toronto Public Library card

Free card for books, study space, online learning and museum passes

Toronto Public Library

Find community, social and health services near you

Settlement information for newcomers and students in Ontario

Social Insurance Number (SIN)

You need a SIN to work in Canada. Here's how to apply

Work off campus as an international student

Eligibility and hour limits for off-campus work

Post-graduation work permit (PGWP)

Eligibility for working in Canada after graduation

Free tax clinics

Volunteers file your taxes for free if you have a modest income