Rights and Benefits Access
Indigenous program
Our team helps families access services and products through Jordan’s Principle and the Child First Initiative by providing application assistance, advocacy, and guidance. We ensure that you and your family understand your rights, assist with completing applications, and connect you with necessary services and resources, ensuring children receive the support they need promptly and effectively.
If you are looking to replace, renew or obtain your first status card (Secured Certificate of Indian Status – SCIS), or if you are looking to register under the Indian Act, we, as a trusted source of Indigenous Services Canada, provide guidance on the required documents, help complete applications accurately, and offer support throughout the process.
These services are intended for Indigenous peoples
The INDex was created to support First Nations, Inuit and Métis in Tiohtià:ke/Montreal in finding relevant and up-to-date information on services that were created specifically for them. Our goal is to promote cultural safety and community connectedness.
If you are an Indigenous person living, moving to or visiting Tiohtià:ke, the INDex can support you in your steps!
Need help now?
The Hope for Wellness Helpline is available to all Indigenous peoples living in Canada. Experienced and culturally competent counselors are reachable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
1 855-242-3310