Jordan's Principle

Provided by: Government of Canada - Indigenous Services Canada
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Service Description

Responds to unmet needs of First Nations children no matter where they live in Canada. Includes:
  • Informing families about the help available for their child and how to access it
  • Coordinating access to products, services and supports
  • Providing funding when it is needed to make sure products, services and supports are accessed without delay
Provides funding that can help with a wide range of health, social and educational needs, including the unique needs of First Nations 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth and those with disabilities.

Examples of coverage include:

Health:
  • Mobility aids
  • Wheelchair ramps
  • Addiction services
  • Mental health services
  • Specialized hearing aids
  • Traditional healing services
  • Services for children in care
  • Assessments and screenings
  • Transportation to appointments
  • Medical supplies and equipment
  • Long-term care for children with specialized needs
  • Therapeutic services for individuals or groups (speech therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy)
Social:
  • Personal support worker
  • Social worker
  • Specialized summer camps
  • Respite care (individual or group)
  • Specialized programs based on cultural beliefs and practices
Education:
  • School supplies
  • Tutoring services
  • Specialized school transportation
  • Teaching assistance
  • Psycho-education assessments
  • Assistive technologies

Information

Eligibility:
Children under the age of majority in their province or territory of residence who, if they permanently reside in Canada and if the child meets one of the following criteria:-Is registered or eligible to be registered under the Indian Act-Has one parent or guardian who is registered or eligible to be registered under the Indian Act-Is recognized by their Nation for the purposes of Jordan's Principle-Is ordinarily resident on reserveSee website for further details.
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Call or email the local regional contact to make a funding request and and obtain forms, start an appeal, or seek reimbursements
Documents Required:
Dependent on request
Program Hours:
National Call Centre is 24/7 service
Program Email:
principedejordanatl-jordansprincipleatl@sac-isc.gc.ca
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English * French
Website:
https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1568396042341/1568396159824
Coverage Area:
Canada

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