Identifying appropriate funding organizations or sources is often a key step in making your projects a reality. To support you in this process, we have compiled a selection of funding options or organizations that can help you in your efforts. Regardless of whether you are seeking funding for a school or educational childcare service, you will discover opportunities that are adapted to your needs.
Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care
Adapted programs that take into account First Nations and Inuit cultures, languages, traditions, values and customs can be crucial in building a child’s cultural identity and self-esteem.
- The Aboriginal Head Start On Reserve Program, administered by Indigenous Services Canada;
- The Aboriginal Head Start in Urban and Northern Communities, administered by the Public Health Agency of Canada.
Contact: [email protected]
Jordan’s Principle
Jordan’s Principle aims to address the unmet needs of First Nations children, regardless of where they live in Canada. The funding helps address a range of health, social and education needs, including the unique needs of First Nations LGBTQQIA and Two-Spirit children and youth and those with physical disabilities.
Contact: Regional focus points across Canada
Inuit Child First Initiative
The Inuit Child First Initiative ensures that Inuit children have access to the essential government-funded health, social and education products, services and supports they need, when they need them.
Access is free and service coordinators can help you apply.
To contact the Inuit Child First Initiative team in Nunavik, send an email to [email protected].
