Submit a request under Jordan's Principle: Step 4. Who can send requests

Step 4. Who can send requests

A request for a child or children in the same family or with the same guardian can be submitted by:

• parents or guardians caring for a dependent First Nations child under the age of majority in the child's province/territory of residence
• a First Nations child above 16 years of age
• an authorized representative of the child, parent or guardian
  • written or verbal consent must be provided by the parent or guardian

A request for a group of children from multiple families or guardians can be submitted by:

• a community or service provider, who can request services, such as:
  • respite care
  • wheelchair ramps
  • support programs
  • educational assistants
  • transportation to school
  • local therapeutic specialists, etc.