Fees and Refunds Information

Refund Requests

All refund requests are to be process by filling out the Refund Request Form.

Deferral Requests

All deferral requests are to be processed by filling out the Deferral Request Form. 

Questions? Email international@wsd1.org

Refund – Tuition fees

*Effective May 23, 2024*

If a student cancels their program before arriving or by September 30 of the school year, they will receive a full refund (minus any fees paid to an agent, the $400.00 Administrative fee and the $2,000.00 non-refundable deposit, if applicable) if they meet any of the following conditions:

• If the student’s visa or study permit application is denied by Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), you can request a refund within six months of the refusal date. A written request with the official rejection letter from IRCC is required.
• If the student is prevented from entering Canada due to a policy decision beyond their control, such as a travel ban.
• If a student is under 18 years old and their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) receives a work permit valid on or before September 30 of the school year, and the student will attend a school in the Winnipeg School Division on or before September 30 of that year. A written notice and proof of a change in status are required. *Note that the $2,000.00 deposit is non-refundable and there is a $400.00 administrative fee
• If a student is under 18 years old and their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) receives a Study Permit valid until September 30 of the school year, they must show a Letter of Acceptance from a Government of Canada Designated Learning Institute (DLI) where the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) is enrolled. This can be an adult or post-secondary program. A written notice and proof of a change in status are required. *Note that the $2,000.00 deposit is non-refundable and there is a $400.00 administrative fee. 
• If the student and/or their parent/legal guardian(s) become permanent residents or refugees, valid on September 30 of the academic year. *Note that the $2,000.00 deposit is non-refundable and there is a $400.00 administrative fee. 
• If none of the above applies and the student cancels their program for personal reasons, they must provide a written notice of cancellation to the Program. *Note that the $2,000.00 deposit is non-refundable and there is a $400.00 administrative fee. 

Partial refunds may be granted at the Program's discretion if the following conditions apply. The refund amount will be less than the fee paid to the agent.

• If a death or serious illness of an immediate family member requires the student to return home. Proof in the form of documentation is required.
• If the student experiences a serious illness that requires a return home. Proof in the form of documentation is required.
• If the student was dismissed from the program due to law, policy, or regulation imposed by the Government of Canada, Manitoba Health, The Public Health Agency of Canada, or the Winnipeg School Division.
• If the student's study permit is not renewed by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) during the school year, the $2,000.00 deposit is non-refundable and there is a $400.00 administrative fee. 
• Any exceptional or extenuating circumstances deemed applicable by the Director of The Winnipeg School Division International Education Program, the 2,000.00 deposit is non-refundable and there is a $400.00 administrative fee. 
• A 50% refund of the tuition fee paid will be granted if the student chooses to withdraw after the school year has begun and within 30 days of the first day of classes of each semester, the 2,000.00 deposit is non-refundable and there is a $400.00 administrative fee. 
• If a written cancellation notice is given to the Program for personal reasons, the $2,000.00 deposit is non-refundable and there is a $400.00 administrative fee. 

No refund will be granted if any of the following conditions apply:

• If the student withdraws from the program after the start date, September 1st (for Semester 1) or January 30th (for Semester 2) of the school year.
• If the student and/or their parent/legal guardian(s) become permanent residents or refugees on or before September 30 of the academic year and choose to leave the Winnipeg School Division to attend another school division before September 30.
• If a student’s parent(s) or legal guardian(s) receives a Study Permit valid on September 30 of the school year and chooses to leave the Winnipeg School Division to attend another school division before September 30.
• If a student is expelled from the program for breaking the laws, policies, or regulations set by the Government of Canada, the Police, the Winnipeg School Division, and/or the International Education Program.

Refund - Homestay fees

In case of cancellation before arrival, a full refund will be granted under the following circumstances: 

• If the student's Study Permit application is not approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
• If the student cannot enter Canada due to policy decisions beyond their control, such as a travel ban.
• If none of the above apply, a written notice of cancellation for personal reasons must be provided to the Program

After arrival, involuntary cancellation - Partial Refund will be prorated by month and granted if the student is dismissed from the Program due to law, policy or regulation as determined by the Government of Canada, The Public Health Agency of Canada, Manitoba Health or Winnipeg School Division.

After arrival, voluntary cancellation - Partial Refund will be prorated by month and granted (less two entire months’ homestay fee in lieu of notice) to students who provide written notice of cancellation for personal reasons

No refunds will be granted to students dismissed from the Program due to faulty documents or breach of law, policy, or regulation determined by the Government of Canada, the Police, or the Winnipeg School Division.

Application Fees, Health Insurance and the required deposit (if applicable) are non-refundable.