Indian Boarding Homes Class Action Settlement

This may apply to people affected by the Indian Boarding Homes Program who fit one of the official claim categories.

Open

Deadline

Closes Feb 22, 2027

Where it applies

Canada-wide

Proof

Proof required

Time to apply

About 60 min

Claim paths and deadlines

Category 1 placement claim

Deadline: Feb 22, 2027

Required first claim path for placement in the Indian Boarding Homes Program.

Category 2 abuse claim

Deadline: Feb 22, 2027

Optional additional path for abuse. Submit Category 1 first; the official site says the same deadline applies.

This may apply to people affected by the Indian Boarding Homes Program who fit one of the official claim categories.

Names linked to this claim: Government of Canada, Indian Boarding Homes Program

Type of claim: Government and public programs

Dates covered: Sep 1, 1951 to Jun 30, 1992

This quick check is only a guide. Confirm the requirements on the official form before you apply.

Were you placed in a private home through the Indian Boarding Homes Program?

Was the placement during the covered dates?

Which claim category do you need: Category 1, Category 2, or both?

Read the official form and notice before you apply. We checked the sources below while preparing this summary.