Obtaining Membership

​Caldwell First Nation is committed to ensuring our members have the information and support they need when applying for, renewing, or updating their Indigenous Status.

Below you will find information on obtaining or renewing your Status Card, how to apply for Indian Status, required information, and where to submit your applications.

​Issuing Status Cards

​The Membership Clerk will issue laminated status cards to Caldwell First Nation individuals who have received confirmation of Indian Status from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and who have not applied for the new SCIS Status card. If you have applied for this card, you must wait for ISC to process it and mail it to you.
​Indigenous Services Canada Public Requires
1-800-567-9604
​You may call ISC for updates to your status card application or Secure status card renewals. Please note that processing wait times vary.
Appointments
You must book an appointment with the Caldwell First Nation Membership Clerk in advance and bring with you your current status card and 1 photo ID or 2 photo ID to the appointment.

Appointments will be made
Monday - Wednesday 9:00am-4:00pm

Please call to book an appointment with the Membership Clerk - we are unable to ensure the ability to accommodate walking services.
If Your Status Card Is Lost
You will require 2 pieces of photo ID for your appointment. If you do not have photo ID, we cannot make a Status card until you have replaced your government ID.
Valid ID (No Photocopies Allowed)
No PHOTOCOPIES of your ID are allowed under government regulations, you must provide your ID in-person.
  • Old Status Card
  • Birth Certificate
  • Health Card
  • Driver’s License
  • Provincial Photo ID Card
  • Firearms License
If Your Status Card Is Lost
You will require 2 pieces of photo ID for your appointment. If you do not have photo ID, we cannot make a Status card until you have replaced your government ID.

How to Apply

​You can apply for Indian Status by visiting the Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) website or download the following:
  • Application for 16 years of age or older
  • Application for 15 years of age or under
  • Guarantor Declaration
If you are requesting status card renewal and have the paper laminated card, please contact the membership clerk, Tammy Jolicoeur:
If you have the Secure Status Card and would like to renew your card, please use the following application form:
  • Secure Status Application Form

Where to Submit Your Application

Mail completed application forms to one of the following addresses: ​
National Registration Processing Unit
10 Wellington Street
Gatineau, Quebec, K1A 0H4
​Bill S-3 Applications Mail to:

Application Processing Unit
Box 6700
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 5R5