Foday Saidykhan, a Toronto teen inspired by a physiotherapist during his basketball injury recovery, aims to study kinesiology at Western University. However, his plans are jeopardized by recent Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) changes, which reduce grants to 25% and increase loans to 75%, contrasting with the previous model of up to 85% grants for low-income students. This shift raises concerns about student debt amidst rising living costs and could impact post-secondary enrollment. Premier Doug Ford defends the changes as necessary for sustainability, but many fear the financial burden will deter future students.
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