Indigenous Services Canada provides funding for four social programs throughout Manitoba’s 63 First Nation Communities:

• On-reserve Income Assistance Program
• Pre-Employment Supports Program
• Assisted Living Program
• Income Assistance First Nations Youth Employment Strategy

The on-reserve Income Assistance Program assists eligible individuals and families with essential living expenses such as food, clothing, shelter, and utilities. All 63 First Nation communities administer the IA program. 

The Pre-Employment Supports Program provides funding for training opportunities such as employable skills that will empower participants to transition from Income Assistance to the workforce.  There are currently 16 First Nation communities that deliver the Pre-Employment Supports Program in Manitoba.

The Assisted Living program provides funding for non-medical, social support services to seniors, adults with chronic illness, and children and adults with disabilities on-reserve to help them maintain their independence.