Federal Indian Hospitals Settlement

Canada-wide settlement for people admitted to Federal Indian Hospitals operated by the Government of Canada between 1936 and 1981. The official settlement site says the claims period is open and compensation depends on the level of harm experienced.

Primary class members may qualify if they were admitted to one of the covered Federal Indian Hospitals while it was operated by Canada and suffered compensable harm.

Provinces covered

Canada-wide, Federal

Court / jurisdiction

Federal Court

Documents you may need

• The official site says medical records or hospital documents are not required to submit a claim.

1. 1

   Open the official claim form

   Online claim portal or settlement claim form.
2. 2

   Prepare the listed proof

   The official site says medical records or hospital documents are not required to submit a claim.
3. 3

   Submit and save confirmation

   File by July 27, 2028 and save the confirmation number or email from the administrator.

Settlement amount

Court-approved settlement, individual compensation by harm level

Individual payout range

$10,000 to $200,000

Payout summary

$10,000 to $200,000 depending on harm level

Expected payout window

Distribution follows claim review