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

Sectors

Education, Special Education

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.

Official program page Last verified August 10, 2026 by the Happy Grants engine

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