Mr. Speaker, the success of a society largely depends on how it prepares for the future.
This is why the Canadian government is providing our young people with essential tools, such as student loan programs, to help them finance their post-secondary education.
The Canada Student Loans Program is the solution for many students. In fact, it is the key factor in allowing them to pursue their education.
Over 2.7 million students have received a total of $15 billion under this program since its inception in 1964. This program provides assistance to more than 350,000 students every year.
The federal government is fulfilling a most important commitment: providing support to students in all regions of Canada.