Students can now request an official deferral of fees on the SWS. We have provided a short Q&A that provides instructions on how to complete your deferral.

Q. Can I defer my fees if I am getting OSAP?

Yes. You may defer your fees payment online via the SWS if you are receiving provincial financial aid and follow these steps:

• If you have applied for OSAP and have been assessed by OSAP as receiving financial aid for the coming school year, you may defer your fees until your OSAP arrives. Log on to the SWS and use the Fees Deferral feature under Financial Accounts. This will be sufficient to complete your registration and protect your courses. You can only defer online if you have applied for OSAP and been granted OSAP. Also, you cannot defer this coming session's fees if you have unpaid fees from previous sessions on your account. You must clear those outstanding fees first. Students with financial aid from other provinces may also use the online fee deferral process, provided Admissions & Awards has information on the government aid they will receive.

Q. How do I know if my payment/deferral has completed my registration?

You can check on the SWS to see if you are registered. Select "Personal Timetable" from the main menu. Display your timetable for the current session (Fall/Winter). On the upper left-hand portion of your timetable is your "status." If it says "REG," your registration is complete. If your status is "INVIT," it is still incomplete and you risk being removed from your courses.

Q. What if I have problems paying my fees before the deadline?

As with all problems affecting your studies, you should contact your College Registrar's office to discuss your situation. Be sure to do this well before the payment deadline.