Jordan's Principle

Provided by: Government of Canada - Indigenous Services Canada - AKA: ISC

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Responds to unmet needs of First Nations children no matter where they live in Canada. Includes:

Informing families about the help available for their child and how to access it
Coordinating access to products, services and supports
Providing funding when it is needed to make sure products, services and supports are accessed without delay

Provides funding that can help with a wide range of health, social and educational needs, including the unique needs of First Nations 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth and those with disabilities.

Examples of coverage include:

Health:

Mobility aids
Wheelchair ramps
Addiction services
Mental health services
Specialized hearing aids
Traditional healing services
Services for children in care
Assessments and screenings
Transportation to appointments
Medical supplies and equipment
Long-term care for children with specialized needs
Therapeutic services for individuals or groups (speech therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy)

Social:

Personal support worker
Social worker
Specialized summer camps
Respite care (individual or group)
Specialized programs based on cultural beliefs and practices

Education:

School supplies
Tutoring services
Specialized school transportation
Teaching assistance
Psycho-education assessments
Assistive technologies

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Service Description

Responds to unmet needs of First Nations children no matter where they live in Canada. Includes:

Informing families about the help available for their child and how to access it
Coordinating access to products, services and supports
Providing funding when it is needed to make sure products, services and supports are accessed without delay

Mobility aids
Wheelchair ramps
Addiction services
Mental health services
Specialized hearing aids
Traditional healing services
Services for children in care
Assessments and screenings
Transportation to appointments
Medical supplies and equipment
Long-term care for children with specialized needs
Therapeutic services for individuals or groups (speech therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy)

Social:

Personal support worker
Social worker
Specialized summer camps
Respite care (individual or group)
Specialized programs based on cultural beliefs and practices

Education:

School supplies
Tutoring services
Specialized school transportation
Teaching assistance
Psycho-education assessments
Assistive technologies

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Description:	Responds to unmet needs of First Nations children no matter where they live in Canada. Includes: Informing families about the help available for their child and how to access it Coordinating access to products, services and supports Providing funding when it is needed to make sure products, services and supports are accessed without delay Provides funding that can help with a wide range of health, social and educational needs, including the unique needs of First Nations 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth and those with disabilities. Examples of coverage include: Health: Mobility aids Wheelchair ramps Addiction services Mental health services Specialized hearing aids Traditional healing services Services for children in care Assessments and screenings Transportation to appointments Medical supplies and equipment Long-term care for children with specialized needs Therapeutic services for individuals or groups (speech therapy, physiotherapy, occupational therapy) Social: Personal support worker Social worker Specialized summer camps Respite care (individual or group) Specialized programs based on cultural beliefs and practices Education: School supplies Tutoring services Specialized school transportation Teaching assistance Psycho-education assessments Assistive technologies
Eligibility:	Children under the age of majority in their province or territory of residence who, if they permanently reside in Canada and if the child meets one of the following criteria: -Is registered or eligible to be registered under the Indian Act -Has one parent or guardian who is registered or eligible to be registered under the Indian Act -Is recognized by their Nation for the purposes of Jordan's Principle -Is ordinarily resident on reserve See website for further details.
Fees:	No fees
How to Access:	Call or email the local regional contact to make a funding request and and obtain forms, start an appeal, or seek reimbursements
Documents Required:	Dependent on request
Language:	English * French
Website:	https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1568396042341/1568396159824
Coverage Area:	Kanata / Canada

Jordan's Principle Call Centre - Atlantic Regional Focal Point

No physical location, Halifax, NS B3J 2L4
Coverage Area: Kanata / Canada
Accessibility: Wheelchair access to main entrance via ramp * Automated doors
Mon: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tue: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wed: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thu: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Fri: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Jordan's Principle Call Centre Atlantic Region Phone hours
principedejordanatl-jordansprincipleatl@sac-isc.gc.ca

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Jordan's Principle

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Jordan's Principle Call Centre - Atlantic Regional Focal Point

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Mon:	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tue:	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wed:	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thu:	8:30am - 4:30pm
Fri:	8:30am - 4:30pm