High-Cost Special Education Program

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) First Nations communities across Canada

Next cycle

Annual call for proposals; 2026-2027 dates vary by region

Region

First Nations communities across Canada

Funder type

Federal Government

For

Nonprofits & charities

Eligible organizations

First Nations, Federal schools, Provincial ministries of education, Provincial school boards or districts, Organizations designated by First Nations

About this program

Federal program providing $115 million annually to support high-cost special education services for First Nations students with moderate to profound learning disabilities. Funding supports direct services (75% minimum) including personnel, assessments, therapeutic services, and adaptive materials, plus indirect services (up to 25%) such as professional development and transportation.

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