This update provides information on NIHB Updates from March to October 2020, including changes to benefit items and services resulting from the pandemic COVID-19 and Jordan’s Principle accessibility and updates.
Non-Insured Health Benefits
NIHB has provided four COVID-19 Updates from March to May. Benefit items related to COVID-19 can be found in general NIHB Updates from August to October 2020. Learn more here: Chiefs of Ontario NIHB & COVID-19 Updates.
Jordan’s Principle
During the coronavirus pandemic, Jordan’s Principle continues to be available to help First Nations children access the products, services and supports they need. Funding and access to supports through Jordan’s Principle can help with a wide range of health, social and education needs.
For more information on how to submit a Jordan’s Principle request, interested individuals can call Jordan’s Principle Call Centre at 1-855-572-4453. Interested individuals and First Nation communities can also reach out to their Political Territorial Organizations, Independent First Nations, and Unaffiliated First Nations on Jordan’s Principle and their processes for navigating and submitting Jordan’s Principle requests.
Learn more here: Update Jordans Principle
