Eligibility
If you suffered abuse while admitted to one of 33 Federal Indian Hospitals while it was operated by the Government of Canada, you may be eligible for compensation.
Eligibility Requirements
The Claims Period is now open. Claimants have until July 27, 2028 to submit a Claim for compensation.
Federal Indian Hospitals Settlement
If you were admitted to a Federal Indian Hospital while it was operated by the Government of Canada, you may be eligible to receive money as part of a Canada-wide Settlement that has been reached to compensate individuals for harms they suffered.
The Claims Period is now open, and you have until July 27, 2028, to submit a Claim.
About the Settlement
A network of hospitals across the country known as Federal Indian Hospitals were operated by the Government of Canada at various times between 1936 and 1981. During that time, people admitted to these Federal Indian Hospitals experienced harms including psychological, verbal, physical and/or sexual abuse.
On June 24, 2025, the Federal Court approved the Settlement Agreement, which provides compensation to eligible Primary Class Members who suffered harm, including psychological, verbal, physical and/or sexual abuse at a Federal Indian Hospital.
Compensation
Compensation ranges from $10,000 to $200,000, depending on the level of harm experienced.
Understanding compensation
Supports available
Free resources and support are available including Claims Helpers who can help you fill out a Claim Form.
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The Claims Period for the Federal Indian Hospitals Settlement is open. People can now submit a Claim for compensation for psychological, verbal, physical, and/or sexual abuse experienced while admitted to a Federal Indian Hospital during the years it was operated by the Government of Canada. […]