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First Nations Child and Family Services Program
Supports culturally appropriate child and family services for First Nations
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Yukon, Canada
Overview
The First Nations Child and Family Services Program provides financial support for culturally appropriate prevention, protection, and post-majority services to improve the well-being of First Nations children and families on reserve and in the Yukon. Eligible activities include child protection, guardianship, maintenance and care, prevention services, support for youth transitioning out of care, representative services, capital asset investments, and dedicated housing initiatives; the maximum funding amount is not specified.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Develop strategic partnerships
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Yukon
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Rural or Northern Residents
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Social Services
- Housing
- Children and Youth Organizations
- Diversity and Inclusion
Target groups
- Children & youth
- Young adults
- Indigenous peoples
- Rural / Remote communities
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Regional
- Provincial
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Provision of culturally appropriate prevention and early intervention services for First Nations children and families.
- Delivery of child protection, guardianship, and support services for children at risk.
- Care and maintenance of First Nations children and youth placed in temporary or permanent out-of-home care.
- Support for youth and young adults transitioning out of care into adulthood.
- Purchase, construction, or renovation of capital assets and housing to support child and family services in First Nations communities.
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- First Nations child and family services agencies established, managed, and controlled by First Nations
- First Nations communities (for housing and capital assets funding)
- Provincial or territorial governments (where no delegated First Nations agency exists, such as in Yukon)
Who is not eligible
- Companies that are not First Nations or not managed and controlled by First Nations.
- Organizations that are not delegated by provincial authorities to provide child and family services on reserve or in Yukon.
- Companies seeking funding for services in the Northwest Territories or Nunavut.
Eligible expenses
- Core operational costs of child and family service agencies with delegated authority (such as salaries, administration, and support services).
- Costs related to maintenance and care when First Nations children and youth are placed in temporary or permanent out-of-home care.
- Prevention activities and services aimed at improving the well-being and safety of First Nations children and families.
- Support services for youth aging out of care and young adults formerly in care (up to their 26th birthday or the age defined by provincial/Yukon legislation).
- Expenses related to First Nation Representative services (representation and support for children and families involved, or at risk of involvement, with the child and family services system).
- Purchase, construction, or renovation of capital assets to support program delivery (including buildings and infrastructure).
- Purchase, construction, or renovation of housing units for First Nation communities to address the needs of children and families (for funding from 2023-2024 to 2027-2028).
Eligible geographic areas
- First Nations communities on reserve
- First Nations communities in the Yukon
Additional information
- All protection services funded must align with the legislation and standards of the province or territory of residence.
- Service providers must comply with national principles and minimum standards established by relevant federal legislation as of January 1, 2020.
- Compliance with Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (CHRT) orders is a continuing legal requirement guiding program delivery.
- Dedicated housing funding is available from 2023-2024 to 2027-2028 for purchase, construction, or renovation in First Nation communities.
Frequently Asked Questions about the First Nations Child and Family Services Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the First Nations Child and Family Services Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the First Nations Child and Family Services Program?
The First Nations Child and Family Services Program provides financial support for culturally appropriate prevention, protection, and post-majority services to improve the well-being of First Nations children and families on reserve and in the Yukon. Eligible activities include child protection, guardianship, maintenance and care, prevention services, support for youth transitioning out of care, representative services, capital asset investments, and dedicated housing initiatives; the maximum funding amount is not specified.
Who is eligible for the First Nations Child and Family Services Program program?
To be eligible for the First Nations Child and Family Services Program program, you must:
First Nations or First Nations child and family services agencies established, managed and controlled by First Nations
Delegated by provincial authorities to provide provincially delegated services
What expenses are eligible under First Nations Child and Family Services Program?
Provision of culturally appropriate prevention and early intervention services for First Nations children and families.
Delivery of child protection, guardianship, and support services for children at risk.
Care and maintenance of First Nations children and youth placed in temporary or permanent out-of-home care.
Support for youth and young adults transitioning out of care into adulthood.
Purchase, construction, or renovation of capital assets and housing to support child and family services in First Nations communities.
Who can I contact for more information about the First Nations Child and Family Services Program?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC).
Where is the First Nations Child and Family Services Program available?
The First Nations Child and Family Services Program program is available the province of Yukon.
Is the First Nations Child and Family Services Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
First Nations Child and Family Services Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the First Nations Child and Family Services Program?
First Nations Child and Family Services Program is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)