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Sponsorship and Funding

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At MITT, we believe financial barriers should never stand in the way of your education. Whether you’re a prospective or current student, there are numerous funding and sponsorship opportunities available to support your studies and career goals.

A sponsor is a third-party organization, such as an Indigenous group, community organization, or employer, that agrees to pay a student’s educational expenses directly to MITT. Please note: sponsors do not include government-issued student loans.

Explore the options below and connect with agencies where you meet eligibility criteria. If you need help, contact studentservices@mitt.ca or call 204 989 6512.

Sponsors and Funders

Employment Insurance (EI)
Employment and Income Assistance (EIA)
  • What it covers: Additional support for students on EIA returning to school through the “Get Ready!” employment program
  • How to apply: Visit Manitoba EIA General Information
Manitoba Economic Development and Training
Apprenticeship Grants and Incentives
Lifelong Learning Plan
Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) Sponsorship
Futures Forward Youth-In-Care Tuition Waiver
Indigenous Services Canada
Indspire Indigenous Education Awards
Business Council of Manitoba Indigenous Education Awards

Loan Programs

Windmill Microlending

  • What it covers: Up to $15,000 for immigrants and refugees continuing their careers in Canada
  • How to apply: Visit Windmill Microlending

Frequently Asked Questions

For Sponsored Students

Your sponsor must complete, sign, and submit the Student Sponsorship Application Form (PDF). This form authorizes MITT to invoice the sponsor for your tuition and fees. Other forms or letters will not be accepted as sponsorship authorization.

Submission deadlines:

  • If the sponsor is paying your admission deposit: Submit the form by the admission deposit deadline indicated in your offer of admission.
  • If the sponsor is not paying the admission deposit: Submit the form by the proof of funding deadline for your program intake.

Where to submit:

  • Mail:
    Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology
    130 Henlow Bay
    Winnipeg, MB R3Y 1G4
  • Email: admissions@mitt.ca

Important notes:

  • Acceptance of third-party billing is at the discretion of MITT
  • If you’re enrolled in a two-year program, your sponsor must submit a signed and completed Student Sponsorship Application form each year prior to the proof of funding deadline date.

MITT cannot invoice sponsors for textbook or supply costs.

What to do:

All supply costs are approximate. If your sponsor will not cover these costs, they are your responsibility.

  • Application fee: MITT cannot invoice sponsors for application fees. These must be paid in full when you submit your application.
  • Admission deposit fee: MITT can invoice your sponsor for the admission deposit fee, provided the Student Sponsorship Application Form (PDF) is submitted by the admission deposit deadline.

If the form is not submitted on time, you must pay the admission deposit yourself to secure your program seat.

Invoices are sent to sponsors 10 days after the proof of funding deadline. Payment due dates are based on your program’s start date:

  • Fall: October
  • Winter: February
  • Spring: June

As a sponsored student at MITT, you are responsible for ensuring that your sponsorship arrangements and personal obligations are managed on time. Follow these key guidelines to stay on track:

  1. Understand MITT policies
  2. Submit sponsorship documents
  3. Handle delayed sponsorship funding
    • If funding arrangements take time, you can request an admission deferral to the next available intake.
    • Submit your deferral request before the fee payment deadline to transfer your admission deposit to the next intake.
  4. Plan for late or partial payments
  5. Monitor your financial standing
  6. Manage refunds
  7. Protect your information
    • MITT requires your written consent to share your personal or academic details with your sponsor to comply with the Manitoba Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FIPPA).
    • It is the student’s responsibility to provide grades or attendance to the sponsor if the sponsor requires that information.
    • Complete a Consent to Release Student Information form to allow MITT to communicate with your sponsor.
  8. Sponsor-incurred charges
    • Charges for sponsor-required documents must be paid by you and will not be billed to the sponsor.

By staying proactive and organized, you can ensure a smooth academic journey as a sponsored student at MITT. For further assistance, visit Student Services or contact the Finance team at finance@mitt.ca.

For Sponsors

Sponsors must complete and submit the Student Sponsorship Application Form (PDF). This form authorizes MITT to invoice you for tuition and related fees.

Submission deadlines:

  • If paying the admission deposit: Submit the form by the admission deposit deadline.
  • If not paying the admission deposit: Submit the form by the proof of funding deadline for the student’s intake.

Where to submit:

  • Mail:
    Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology
    130 Henlow Bay
    Winnipeg, MB R3Y 1G4
  • Email: admissions@mitt.ca
  • For students enrolled in a 2-year program, the sponsor must submit a signed and completed Student Sponsorship Application Form (PDF) each year prior to the proof of funding deadline date.
  • MITT cannot invoice sponsors for these costs. Sponsors should refer to Program Information.
  • If textbooks are available at the University of Winnipeg Bookstore, contact the U of W Bookstore (Follett Canada) for sponsorship details.
  • All supply costs are approximate.
  • Application fees: These must be arranged directly between the student and sponsor.
  • Admission deposits: MITT can invoice sponsors for admission deposits if the Student Sponsorship Application Form (PDF) is submitted by the admission deposit deadline.
  • Invoices: Sent 10 days after the proof of funding deadline. Payment due dates are in October, February, or June, based on the program intake.
  • Payments: Include the student’s name, date of birth, and ID on all payments.
  • Refunds: If a refund is required, MITT will contact the sponsor for instructions.

Under Manitoba’s Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FIPPA), MITT cannot share student information without written consent. The student must complete a Consent to Release Student Information if they wish to authorize MITT to share details with the sponsor.

Attendance at MITT is not always recorded, so it’s up to students to arrange attendance tracking if required by their sponsor. Students should coordinate with their instructor before the program begins to ensure proper reporting.

Sponsoring agencies must adhere to the following requirements to ensure smooth student sponsorship at MITT:

  1. Submit the Student Sponsorship Application Form (PDF)
    • This form acts as a binding agreement to sponsor the student.
    • Restrictions or contingencies (e.g., requiring proof of attendance, grades, or transcripts before payment) are not permitted. If such conditions are imposed, the student is responsible for payment and must request reimbursement from the sponsor.
  2. Adhere to payment feadlines
    • Payments are due by the dates indicated on the invoice:
      • Fall intake: October
      • Winter intake: February
      • Spring intake: June
    • Late payments will incur penalties, and overdue accounts may result in administrative holds on the student’s account, preventing access to grades, transcripts, and services.
  3. Ensure timely payment
    • If fees are not paid by the deadline:
      • The student remains responsible for the balance and may face MITT’s standard collection processes, including account holds, late fees, and possible program withdrawal.
      • Sponsorships for future terms will not be accepted until all outstanding amounts are cleared, including a deposit for upcoming terms.
  4. Payment policies for delinquent sponsors
    • Sponsors with a history of delayed payments may be required to pay in advance. MITT reserves the right to determine the deposit amount.
  5. Access tuition details
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