涩里番 offers a range of resources to support First-Generation students 鈥� whether you鈥檙e navigating university, looking for community, or exploring financial or academic support. Explore the resources below, along with practical tips to help you feel confident and connected during your time at 涩里番.
Self-care
Your wellbeing matters as you start your 涩里番 academic journey. Explore 涩里番鈥檚 Wellness Toolkit for strategies and services for you.
Caregiving
If you鈥檙e a student caregiver, whether you are a parent or caring for a family member, resources are available to support you.
Youth from Care
If you are a First-Generation student who also has experience in foster care or youth protection services, you have access to dedicated support at 涩里番. Connect with Student Accessibility and Achievement鈥檚 Student Access and Support Advisor for personalized guidance at any point throughout your university journey. They can help you navigate on- and off-campus resources tailored to your individual needs.听
Tip: Book a 鈥淪tudents from Care鈥� appointment to explore support related to housing, health, academics, and more. You can also subscribe to the advisor鈥檚 newsletter or request additional information about the program.
Financial Wellness
Understanding how to manage finances and access funding can feel overwhelming鈥攅specially if you're figuring it out on your own. Scholarships and Student Aid offers one-on-one financial advising to help you navigate tuition, budgeting, entrance scholarships, and special funding for students from care.
Tip: Schedule a meeting with a Financial Aid Counsellor to explore your full range of options. Did you know there's a Youth in/from Care bursary guarantee?
Career Support
Whether you're looking for part-time work, internships, or help planning your next steps, Career Planning Service (CaPS) offers practical tools and one-on-one support. If you're a First-Generation student, you may be building a professional path without a family roadmap鈥擟aPS can help you develop job search strategies, build your r茅sum茅, and grow your confidence.
Tip: Visit the CaPS website, sign up for their newsletter or book an appointment to get personalized career advice.
Peer Programs
Want to connect with others who understand what it鈥檚 like to be a First-Generation student? Campus Life and Engagement (CL&E) hosts a Peer Programs page that offers student mentorship and support to both graduate and undergraduate students. Certain faculties and departments also have mentorship initiatives paring new students with upper-year students.
Tip: to learn more about mentorship and peer support options tailored to your background and interests.