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Jordan's Principle
Support for First Nations children’s essential services
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Overview
Jordan’s Principle provides funding for First Nations children to access essential services without delays. It supports health, social, educational, and cultural needs, including therapies, assessments, equipment, transportation, and school-related supports.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
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Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Access to health, social, and educational supports for First Nations children
- Therapies, assessments, and specialized services
- Cultural and land-based supports on reserve
- Group services for children with shared needs
Documents Needed
- Confirmation of eligibility
- Completed application form
- Letter of support
- Relevant assessments or diagnoses
- Parent or guardian consent, if needed
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Parents or guardians of First Nations children
- Children at the age of consent
- Authorized representatives
- Community or tribal councils for group requests
- Service coordinators or case managers for group requests
Who is not eligible
- Children covered under Inuit Child First Initiative instead of Jordan’s Principle
- Requests for services that are not linked to the child’s specific needs
- Group requests with automatic administrative fees
Eligible expenses
- Health, social, and educational supports for the child
- Assessments, therapies, medical supplies, and equipment
- Transportation related to approved needs
- School supplies, tutoring, and specialized school transportation
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Home purchase, construction, or structural renovations
- Sporting events and elite or competitive sports training, unless linked to the child’s needs
- International travel, unless for an exceptional medical need
- Non-medical supports such as travel, child care, clothing, furniture, and vehicles unless supported
- School-related requests not tied to the child’s specific needs
- Automatic administrative fees in group requests
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Reserve communities
- Yukon
- Northwest Territories
- Nunavut
- Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- The regional focal point reviews the completed request.
- A written decision is sent after processing.
- Approved requests may be paid directly to the provider or reimbursed if already paid.
- Denied requests can be appealed within 1 year.
- Appeals are reviewed by the External Expert Review Committee before a final decision.
Additional information
- Jordan’s Principle is free to access.
- Requests are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
- Support is available through regional focal points and local service coordinators.
- Appeals may be filed within 1 year of a denial.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Jordan's Principle Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Jordan's Principle. 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 Jordan's Principle?
Jordan’s Principle provides funding for First Nations children to access essential services without delays. It supports health, social, educational, and cultural needs, including therapies, assessments, equipment, transportation, and school-related supports.
Who is eligible for the Jordan's Principle program?
To be eligible for the Jordan's Principle program, you must:
First Nations children under age of majority
Child lives permanently in Canada
Request supports unmet needs
What expenses are eligible under Jordan's Principle?
Access to health, social, and educational supports for First Nations children
Therapies, assessments, and specialized services
Cultural and land-based supports on reserve
Group services for children with shared needs
Who can I contact for more information about the Jordan's Principle?
You can contact Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) by email at JPCaseMgt-GestCasPJ@sac-isc.gc.ca or by phone at 1-833-753-6326.
Where is the Jordan's Principle available?
The Jordan's Principle program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.
Who are the financial supporters of the Jordan's Principle?
Jordan's Principle is funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)