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Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects

Funding support for Indigenous early learning improvement projects
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)
Last Update: March 18, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : April 16, 2026
Location
Quebec, Canada

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.
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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
  • 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

Next steps

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Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility

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.

What is the Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects?

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.

How much funding can be received?

Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects Funds up to $2,000,000 of admissible expenses.

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).

Where is the Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects available?

The Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects program is available the province of Quebec.

Is the Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects?

Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care Quality Improvement Projects is funded by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC)

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