2026 Winter Food Security Disbursement Applications Are Now Available!
Sipekne’katik Chief & Council are pleased to announce that applications for the 2026 Winter Food Security Disbursement are now open for registered band members.
Disbursement Details
$1,000 CAD per registered adult Sipekne’katik member (18+ as of Dec 31, 2026)
$300 CAD per registered Sipekne’katik minor (parents/guardians must apply for eligible children 17 and under)
Important Dates & Payout Schedule:
Applications received by Friday, November 20th, 2026, will be paid out on Friday, November 27th, 2026.
For subsequent weeks, any application received on a Friday will be processed and paid on the following Friday.
Applications received before December 15th will be paid out on Friday, December 17th, 2026. (Applications received after December 15th may not be processed until the new year).
Deadline: Applications close Friday, January 31st, 2027.
How to Apply: Submit your application using any of the following methods:
Online (JotForm): https://form.jotform.com/263135382690257
Email (Scan or Photo): christmas@sipeknekatik.ca
Drop Off (In Person): Band Office 2.0, Attention: Anthony DiGiosia
Mail: Sipekne’katik (Attention: Anthony DiGiosia), 522 Church Street, Indian Brook 14, NS B0N 2H0
A printable form is also available on our website at https://www.sipeknekatik.ca/formsandpolicies