As part of the $1.47 billion Federal Indian Day Schools Class Action Settlement, a $200 million Legacy Fund was created for Survivors, their children and grandchildren.
The submission period for applications for the first round of funding has closed. A second round will open at a later date.
Mental health and wellness support is available from Hope For Wellness at 1-855-242-3310 or www.HopeForWellness.ca.
“This will be the enduring legacy of Garry McLean, and the healing, truth-telling, and commemoration that will come of it will be a central source of support for Day School Survivors. We will accomplish this in the spirit of Garry’s quote: ‘My life is bigger than I am.’”
— Elder Claudette Commanda
CEO of McLean Day Schools Settlement Corporation
The Legacy Fund provides $200 million for Survivors of Federal Indian Day Schools, their children and grandchildren.
Up to $25,000 for communities to establish their own Survivor Committees.
Additional funding, between $100,000 and $250,000 (one-time and/or per year) is available under Healing & Wellness, Language & Culture, Commemoration and Truth Telling.
If you have questions, reach out to us at legacyfund@mdssc.ca or check out our commonly asked questions.
