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Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC)
Community-based early childhood support for Indigenous families
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- Funding available
- Varies by project
- Deadline
- Open continuously
- Location
- Canada
Overview
Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) is a national early intervention program for Indigenous community-based organizations. It supports healthy development for First Nations, Inuit and Métis preschool children and their families through culture, education, and nutrition.
At a glance
Funding available
Varies by project
Eligible candidates
- Location
- Canada
- Eligible Industries
- All industries
- Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
- Organisation size
- All organization sizes
- Audience
- All groups
- Legal structures
- All legal structures
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Indigenous community-based organizations
Activities funded
- Develop and deliver programs that promote the healthy development of Indigenous preschool children.
Additional information
- On average, the program reaches 4,600-4,800 children annually at 134 sites.
Contacts
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) Program
What is the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC)?
Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) is a national early intervention program for Indigenous community-based organizations. It supports healthy development for First Nations, Inuit and Métis preschool children and their families through culture, education, and nutrition.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) program?
To be eligible for the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) program, you must:
Indigenous community-based organizations
Who can I contact for more information about the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC)?
You can contact Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) by email at ahsunc-papacun@phac-aspc.gc.ca.
Where is the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) available?
The Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) program is available across Canada.
Is the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC)?
Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities (AHSUNC) is funded by Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC), Government of Canada