Urgent Need to Finish My Degree and Remain in Canada
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Hi, my name is Amelia, and I am humbly reaching out for help during a very challenging time. I am an undergraduate student at the University of Toronto, pursuing a double major in Mathematics and Statistics with a minor in Computer Science, and I'm seeking to pursue a career in Actuarial Science.
Due to financial hardship, I had to take the 2024-25 academic year off, and I am in need of financial support to re-enroll for this academic year. While on this financial hold at U of T, I continued to pursue my career goals outside the classroom, completing one of my actuarial exams after independent study.
After receiving a scholarship for my first year, I have struggled to secure full funding to cover my tuition for the remaining years. I live with my mother and 15 year-old brother who are currently claiming refuge in Canada due to violence we faced in Jamaica, and our financial situation has become increasingly difficult. I've been the sole income earner in our household of three, working as much as my student visa will allow to help cover our living expenses, as my mother faces poor health and difficulty finding stable employment. Due to the financial hold on my enrollment, I am now no longer legally eligible to work given my study permit, leaving my family without any income source.
I have successfully completed two full years of my degree and remain deeply committed to finishing my studies. Completing my education is not only a personal dream, but it would make me one of the first in my family to graduate from university and position me to support my family in the future.
This request is time-sensitive. In order to continue my studies and remain in Canada, I must renew my expiring study permit. I need to provide proof of funds to cover both my outstanding tuition balance and my upcoming academic year fees. Without this, I risk losing my study permit and my opportunity to stay with my family. A total of $62,753.25 is due by July 25, 2025 (for my outstanding balance) and $63,000 is due by August 30, 2025 (for my upcoming tuition).
I am deeply grateful for any support you can offer, whether through financial donations, prayer, or by sharing my story with others. Every contribution brings me one step closer to completing my degree and building a secure future. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity.
Due to financial hardship, I had to take the 2024-25 academic year off, and I am in need of financial support to re-enroll for this academic year. While on this financial hold at U of T, I continued to pursue my career goals outside the classroom, completing one of my actuarial exams after independent study.
After receiving a scholarship for my first year, I have struggled to secure full funding to cover my tuition for the remaining years. I live with my mother and 15 year-old brother who are currently claiming refuge in Canada due to violence we faced in Jamaica, and our financial situation has become increasingly difficult. I've been the sole income earner in our household of three, working as much as my student visa will allow to help cover our living expenses, as my mother faces poor health and difficulty finding stable employment. Due to the financial hold on my enrollment, I am now no longer legally eligible to work given my study permit, leaving my family without any income source.
I have successfully completed two full years of my degree and remain deeply committed to finishing my studies. Completing my education is not only a personal dream, but it would make me one of the first in my family to graduate from university and position me to support my family in the future.
This request is time-sensitive. In order to continue my studies and remain in Canada, I must renew my expiring study permit. I need to provide proof of funds to cover both my outstanding tuition balance and my upcoming academic year fees. Without this, I risk losing my study permit and my opportunity to stay with my family. A total of $62,753.25 is due by July 25, 2025 (for my outstanding balance) and $63,000 is due by August 30, 2025 (for my upcoming tuition).
I am deeply grateful for any support you can offer, whether through financial donations, prayer, or by sharing my story with others. Every contribution brings me one step closer to completing my degree and building a secure future. Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity.
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Amelia McIntosh
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York, ON