Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care (IELCC) - Quality Improvement Projects (QIP) - funding program
This funding opportunity aims to develop and promote best practices or innovative models in Indigenous Early Learning and Child Care (IELCC) programs. It will fund projects that explore ways to improve IELCC.
- Application period:
- January 14, 2026 to March 25, 2026, at 3:00 pm, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
- Funding amount:
- Up to $2 million for a project that is up to 36 months in duration
- Who can apply:
- Indigenous communities, Indigenous governments, and Indigenous organizations
Information sessions
We will hold information sessions to give an overview of this application process. You can take part online or by teleconference.
- February 17, 2026 at 1:30 pm, Eastern Standard Time (EST) (French)
- February 19, 2026 at 1:30 pm, Eastern Standard Time (EST) (English)
If you are interested, send an email to EDSC.AGJEA.PAQ-QIP.IELCC.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca by February 13, 2026, at 5 pm, Eastern Standard Time (EST).
In your email, specify your preferred language (English or French) and if you need accommodations by February 13, 2026. We will send you the instructions on how to attend.
Help and contact information
- FAQs
- General information
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- If you have any questions related to this application process contact us by March 24, 2026 at 3 pm, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
- Email: EDSC.AGJEA.PAQ-QIP.IELCC.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca
- Accessibility and disability help
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- If you need help or accommodations, please contact us by March 24, 2026 at 3 pm, Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
- Email: EDSC.AGJEA.PAQ-QIP.IELCC.ESDC@servicecanada.gc.ca