Inuit Child First Initiative extended through March 2026

On Friday, March 21 the Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu issued a statement confirming the Government of Canada has renewed Inuit Child First Initiative funding until March 31, 2026. The statement goes on to say, “This will support ongoing service delivery in the interim while Canada and Inuit partners move forward on the co-development of a long-term approach for Inuit children.” Canada has committed an additional $121.7 million for 2025-2026.

Inuit CFI continues to accept new requests for products, services and supports and each request is being considered on a case-by-case basis. The updated application guidelines including what is covered can be found on the Indigenous Services website. 

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation (IRC) serves as the regional focal point for Inuvialuit families, coordinating and administering applications for the Inuit Child First Initiative. Our staff are available to support IFA beneficiary families through the application process. Contact Inuitcfi@inuvialuit.com or phone 867.777.7082 for more information.

Please do not call to check on the status of your application. We will be in touch when we have information to share.