Okay.
The changes to the Canada student loans program in the 2008 budget and the relaxation of special contributions, new grant programs for low- and middle-income students, and the repayment assistance program have enhanced this program, providing encouragement for many students and their families. However, CASFAA believes that more needs to be done to improve access to post-secondary and to encourage and support successful completion of programs, particularly for students who have traditionally been underrepresented in post-secondary studies.