Trusted Source Program

SFNS is now assisting clients with information relating to applying for registration under the Indian Act and Secured Certificate of Indian Status applications; and can facilitate your SCIS application if you are already a registered individual.

To book an appointment with the Trusted Source Coordinator, click the button below:

What We Do
SFNS has been designated a Trusted Source by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) which means we’re a reliable partner and have been evaluated as able to assess identity information and assist clients in accessing SCIS.

We can assist you with:
  • Information relating to applying for registration under the Indian Act and SCIS applications; and
  • Facilitate your SCIS application if you are already a registered individual. 
We do not support new registrations under the Indian Act at this time.  Please contact your First Nation Membership Clerk for more information

What We Offer
SFNS will support you with:
  • Filling out the SCIS application;
  • Copying and verifying your documents, negating the need for a guarantor;
  • Taking your photograph on-site, following the guidelines for an approved photo; and
  • Submitting your application directly to ISC on your behalf.
How To Get Your SCIS
There are three ways to get your SCIS:
  1. Book an appointment at the SFNS office.  Our preferred method of booking is through our online booking system. https://calendly.com/trustedsource-sfns/in-office-scis-appointments .  However, you may also reach out directly to the Trusted Source Coordinator. 
  2. We will be hosting mega clinics throughout the year.  Please watch for more information!
  3. SFNS will be booking in-person appointments at local First Nation offices as requested by the First Nation (please watch for more information).​
Eligibility
​To apply for a SCIS, you must be registered under the Indian Act as well as be:
  • 16 years of age or older; or
  • 15 years of age and younger with a registered parent/guardian.
What you need​
What You Need:

If you were previously issued an SCIS (as an adult applicant), you can use this for your primary identification if it is valid (renewal no earlier than 1 year before expiry).

When you come to your appointment/clinic, you will need to bring your identification. Your ID must contain the following criteria:
  • Be issued by the provincial, territorial, federal, or state government authority; and
  • Be valid (not expired).
It must also include the following information:
◦Your name
◦Date of birth
◦Your photo
◦Your signature
examples of acceptable identification
Some identification options are:
  • Drivers license                                                                   
  • Passport
  • Health card                                                                         
  • Canadian Military Identification
  • Canadian citizenship card issued prior to Feb 1, 2012 
  • US permanent resident card
  • Identification card issued by province or territory                  
  • Canadian permanent resident card with signature (issued before February 4, 2012)
  • Provincial, territorial, or federal Correctional Services identification (with or without signature)

You can also use multiple pieces of identification that, when combined, include your name, date of birth, photo and signature from this list:
  • Health card issued by a province or territory               
  • US passport card
  • Government employee identification card                          
  • ​NEXUS or FAST card
  • US Old Age Security 
  • Canadian permanent resident card without signature(issued after February 4, 2012)
  • Firearms license

You can also use ONE piece of identification listed above and ONE document from this list:
  • A Guarantor Declaration form
  • Your Certificate of Indian Status
  • Your Secure Certificate of Indian status that your parent or legal guardian applied for on your behalf

If you currently have a Certificate of Indian Status (CIS) but were previously issued a Secured Certificate of Indian Status as an adult applicant (you were 16 or older when you applied for it), you may provide your CIS and a Guarantor Declaration Form.

Applying for a child, identification is the same criterion as above but must be the parent/legal guardian identification.

For more information including relevant documents please click the following link:
Application forms for Indian status and status cards (sac-isc.gc.ca)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Questions?