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Hockey Canada Says It Will Stop Using Fund To Settle Sexual Assault Claims

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Hockey Canada’s National Equity Fund won’t be used to settle claims of sexual assault.

Reports this week that the organization settled multiple claims with the fund sparked outrage from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday.

In a statement, Hockey Canada says they will stop using the fund for that purpose, effective immediately.

They say they’re beginning a full governance review of the organization, including the fund.

Trudeau said it’s hard for anyone in Canada to have faith or trust in Hockey Canada, and many are disgusted by what’s happening.

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Applications Open Friday For Student Benefit

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Applications are open Friday for a benefit aimed at students.

Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, said the Canada Emergency Student Benefit will provide temporary income support.

“(It’s) a direct support to students who are struggling to find work during the summer months and who are worried about paying their bills and tuition in the fall,” she said.

Qualtrough said students can apply through the Canada Revenue Agency.

“Through this benefit eligible students will receive $1250 dollars from May to August 2020 or $2000 per month for students with disabilities or students with dependents,” she said.

Qualtrough said to manage the volume of applications, students will be asked to apply over 4 days depending on their month of birth.

“This money will not have to be paid back. Just like the CERB, students can make up to a thousand dollars over the four week period for which they are applying,” she said.

Qualtrough said students can expect their payment within 3 to 5 business days via direct deposit after the application is approved.

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COVID-19 Student Fund Set Up By Con College

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Confederation College has established a COVID-19 Emergency Fund to help students in need.

A total of $427,000 has so far been raised thanks to contributions from the College, Student Union and individual donors.

The Fund started accepting applications on April 27th and already 150 submissions have been received.

Eligible students with the greatest need may receive a one time payment of up to $500 to help cover unforeseen expenses incurred as a result of the pandemic.

That could include food, rent, medications, child care and education-related expenses for transitioning to online classes.

School President Kathleen Lynch says “With so many people in need during this time, it is truly touching that our donors and communities have not forgotten our students. Students are certainly dealing with increased pressures as they have adapted to studying in a new online environment while balancing family and work responsibilities. In many cases, students have lost part-time jobs, adding to an already stressful financial situation. This fund was quickly established to help address some of those financial challenges our students are facing.”

Donations are still being accepted.

You can visit http://www.confederationcollege.ca/COVIDfund or contact the Advancement Office at (807) 632-5678.

(Picture taken before COVID-19 crisis)