Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects?

You can contact Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC).

Last Update: March 18, 2026

Quebec, Canada

Funding support for Indigenous early learning improvement projects

Grant and Funding

Employment and Social Development Canada

Overview

At a glance

Eligible projects

Overview

The Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects fund offers up to $2,000,000 to Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations to develop and promote best practices and innovative models in Indigenous early learning and child care. Eligible activities include defining high-quality Indigenous ELCC, supporting ongoing education and training for ELCC leaders and staff, strengthening local licensing rules and procedures, and creating tools and training to support children with special needs.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals

Increasing community impact

Strengthening governance

Develop strategic partnerships

Eligible Funding

Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $

Timeline

Closing date : April 16, 2026

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries

Health care and social assistance

Location

Quebec

Legal structures

Non-profit
Public or Parapublic institution

Annual revenue

All revenue ranges

Organisation size

All organization sizes

Audience

Indigenous Peoples

Non-profit candidates

Sector of operation

Primary and Secondary Education
Other Education
Social Services
Economic, Social and Community Development
Children and Youth Organizations
Diversity and Inclusion

Target groups

Children & youth
Indigenous peoples
People with disabilities

Revenue structures

100% donations / grants

Scope

National

Activities funded

Examples of admissible projects:

Developing culturally relevant training for Indigenous early childhood educators

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects. 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.