Record #:
IMP0328
Last Full Update:
31 Aug 2023
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) |
A child first and need-based principle (not a program) that ensures First Nation children living on and off reserve have equitable access to all government-funded public services - Exists as a result of a Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (CHRT) order
- Created to resolve financial and jurisdictional disputes between and within provincial and federal governments as to who pays for services provided for First Nation children
- Department of either government with first contact pays, then is later responsible for jurisdictional reimbursement
Funding is provided for a variety of health, social and educational needs and can include: - Addiction services
- Assessments and screenings
- Educational needs such as school supplies, tutoring services, teaching assistants, specialized school transportation, psycho-educational assessments, assistive technologies and electronics
- Long-term care for children with specialized needs
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Mental health services
- Mobility aids
- Services for children in care
- Services from Elders
- Specialized hearing aids
- Therapeutic services for individuals or groups (speech therapy, physiotherapy or occupational therapy)
- Traditional healing services
- Transportation to appointments
Also provides the following services: - Engagement and education to community members on Jordan's Principle
- Support for community resource teams
- Physical education and sports programs after school, in the evenings and on weekends
- Assistance to identify children in the community with unmet needs and to identify service gaps
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| Hours |
Call Centre: Mon-Sun 24 hours |
| Areas Served |
Ontario |
| Eligibility |
Any child under the age of majority in their province/territory of residence who permanently resides in Canada on or off reserve and 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 and meets an identified health, education or social need for the purposes of Jordan's Principle
- is ordinarily resident on reserve
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| Application |
- Completed consent form and application required
- Contact the Jordan's Principle Wrap-Around Lead Coordinator of community with originating request for assistance
If request is denied, an Appeal may be sent in as a written request within one year of the date of denial |
| Languages |
English |
| Fees |
None |
Site Information
| Located In Community |
Toronto |
| Address & Map |
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| Physical Access |
Fully Accessible |
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