About the Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
Find out what you need to know about the Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document.
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- What is a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
- How to request a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
- For how long is a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document valid
- Which benefits and services are accessible with a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
- Will service providers accept a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
- What you can do if your Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document is lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed
What is a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
Description of the Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
- the ISC letterhead, upper-left corner
- an expiry date (one year after issue date)
- the raised seal of the Indian Registrar, lower-right side
- the Canada logo with a red flag, lower-right corner
A Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document (TCRD) is an official document issued by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) that confirms registration under the Indian Act and eligibility to certain benefits, rights, programs and services. Registered persons may request a TCRD in situations where proof of registration is required, for example:
- during emergencies or natural disasters
- when a status card is lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed
The document features:
- the ISC letterhead
- an expiry date (one year after issue date)
- the raised seal of the Indian Registrar
- the Canada logo with a red flag
How to request a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
You can request a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document (TCRD):
- by calling Public enquiries to receive it by mail
- in person, at any regional office
To request a TCRD, you must already be registered under the Indian Act. If the request is made on behalf of a child or dependent adult, you must provide the most recent legal documents proving custody or guardianship, if applicable.
For how long is a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document valid
A Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document (TCRD) is valid for 1 year for adults, children and dependent adults. ISC recommends applying for a Secure Certificate of Indian Status, valid for 10 years for adults and dependent adults and 5 years for children.
A Secure Certificate of Indian Status, or secure status card, is a more recognized and accepted form of identification to confirm registration. To find out how to apply for a secure status card, visit How to apply for a status card.
Which benefits and services are accessible with a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
A Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document (TCRD) allows access to benefits, rights, programs and services available to registered persons.
- To find out more about certain rights and benefits guaranteed to Indigenous peoples in Canada, visit Benefits and rights for Indigenous peoples.
- To find out more about programs and services for which you may be eligible as a registered person, visit Indigenous peoples.
Will service providers accept a Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document
You must present your original Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document (TCRD) to service providers. A photocopy of a TCRD or a TCRD that has been altered in any way is not valid. ISC recommends that you print this web page and have it ready to share with service providers. You may be asked for a piece of valid acceptable identification to confirm your identity.
If you are a service provider, check the expiry date (not applicable during COVID-19 pandemic) and for the raised seal of the Registrar on the lower-right side to ensure the TCRD is acceptable.
What you can do if your Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document is lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed
If your Temporary Confirmation of Registration Document (TCRD) has been lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed, you can request a new one. The replacement steps are the same as when first requesting a TCRD.