Students starting their studies at Sault College in September 2025 in either Bachelor of Science - Nursing (Honours) or Practical Nursing will be eligible to apply for the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant (OLSG). Those continuing their studies with an eligible program and entering the second or third year of the program will also be eligible to apply again. The grant will provide full, upfront funding for tuition, books, and other direct educational costs when you commit to stay and work in your region after graduation. Check out the steps below to see how to be eligible to apply for the grant.
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Steps to Apply for the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant
1. Review eligibility for the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant
- apply and enroll in the first year of an eligible Sault College program
- be an Ontario resident who is a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person
- commit to work in the region where you studied when you graduate
- not be receiving funding from any of these three government programs:
- The BEGIN Initiative: Bridging Educational Grant in Nursing,
- Better Jobs Ontario
- Skills Development Fund
2. Apply to one of the eligible nursing programs at Sault College through ontariocolleges.ca
Review the entrance requirements for our grant-eligible programs.
Click here to apply to a program >
3. Receive an offer from Sault College.
Congratulations! You have been accepted into your program.
4. Confirm your offer at ontariocolleges.ca*
Secure your spot in your program by accepting your offer of admission.
Click here to confirm your offer >
5. Apply for the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant
If you meet eligibility requirements and completed all steps, you will be able to apply for the grant in spring 2025.
*You must accept your offer of admission to apply for OLSG.
Questions?
Your recruitment team is here to help. For more information about the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant, our eligible nursing programs, applying to College, or for questions about campus life and more, connect with a recruiter.