Indigenous Peoples - Canada.ca Skip to main content Skip to "About government" Language selection Français fr Gouvernement du Canada Search Search Canada.ca Search Sign in Sign inSign in You are here: Canada.ca Themes menu Skip to main content Toggle Menu Jobs Immigration and citizenship Travel and tourism Business Benefits Health Taxes Environment and natural resources National security and defence Culture, history and sport Policing, justice and emergencies Transport and infrastructure Canada and the world Money and finances Science and innovation Indigenous Peoples Veterans and military Youth Manage life events Indigenous Peoples Services and information Indian status Find out about registration under the Indian Act and status card applications, the Indian Register and First Nation membership or citizenship. Funding for Indigenous Peoples Lists of funding programs that support First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals and communities. Benefits and rights for Indigenous Peoples Rights and benefits guaranteed to Indigenous Peoples in Canada. Treaties, agreements and negotiations Canada is working with Indigenous partners on shared solutions to address past wrongs, renew our relationships and advance Indigenous rights. Education, training and jobs for Indigenous Peoples Find out about education, including scholarships and bursaries, training and jobs for Indigenous Peoples. Housing for Indigenous Peoples Programs and subsidies that support the building and management of housing for Indigenous Peoples. Health services and social programs for Indigenous Peoples Physical and mental health services, child and family services, non-insured health benefits, family violence prevention and more. Reconciliation How the Government of Canada is working to advance reconciliation and renew the relationship with Indigenous Peoples, based on recognition of rights, respect, cooperation and partnership. Business and economic development for Indigenous Peoples Programs and services for Indigenous Peoples to increase business skills, invest in a business or develop land on a reserve. Infrastructure in Indigenous communities Support for adequate and sustainable housing, clean drinking water and community infrastructure such as schools, roads and wastewater systems. Emergency management Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) partners with First Nations communities to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from emergencies. The North Northern resource development, environmental management, science and innovation, culture and history, Arctic issues, Nutrition North Canada. About Indigenous Peoples and communities Learn about First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities, histories and realities. Indigenous justice and policing Alternative community-based justice and policing programs, and moving forward on the national action plan to end violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQI+ people. Environment and natural resources for Indigenous Peoples Managing the environment and sustainable natural resources including fisheries, forestry, mining, water, land, climate change and contaminated sites. Indian Residential Schools Bringing closure to the legacy of Indian Residential Schools lies at the heart of reconciliation between Indigenous Peoples who attended these schools, their families and communities, and all Canadians. Indigenous connections Honouring First Nations, Inuit and Métis cultures and stewardship of their ancestral lands, waters and ice. Historic designations related to First Nations, Inuit and Métis National historic sites, people and events reflecting the diversities of First Nations, Inuit and Métis heritage. Features Hope for Wellness Helpline Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 1-855-242-3310 or chat online at hopeforwellness.ca. The reconciliation journey Building a renewed relationship with First Nations, Inuit and Métis Peoples based on the recognition of rights, respect and partnership. Have your say on product authenticity Help protect authentic Canadian goods. Share your input on expanding geographical indications and shaping future protections.   Page details 2026-07-16 About this site Indigenous Peoples Contact Indigenous Services Canada Government of Canada All contacts Departments and agencies About government Themes and topics Jobs Immigration and citizenship Travel and tourism Business Benefits Health Taxes Environment and natural resources National security and defence Culture, history and sport Policing, justice and emergencies Transport and infrastructure Canada and the world Money and finances Science and innovation Indigenous Peoples Veterans and military Youth Manage life events Government of Canada Corporate Social media Mobile applications About Canada.ca Terms and conditions Privacy