Elder Helper Services

Correctional Service of Canada (CSC)

Published: May 19, 2026

Updated: May 20, 2026

Source: CanadaBuys - Government of Canada

About This Opportunity

This is a services contract in the social protection sector. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before June 2, 2026.

Published through CanadaBuys - Government of Canada, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the social protection sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

Elder Helper Services, Ontario Region An advanced contract award notice (ACAN) is a public notice indicating to the supplier community that a department or agency intends to award a contract for goods, services or construction to a pre-identified supplier, thereby allowing other suppliers to signal their interest in bidding, by submitting a statement of capabilities. If no supplier submits, a statement of capabilities that meet the requirements set out in the ACAN, on or before the closing date and time stated in the ACAN, the contracting officer may then proceed with the award to the pre-identified supplier. 1. Definition of the requirement: Policy on Reciprocal Procurement: the Policy on Reciprocal Procurement does not apply to this procurement. The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) has a requirement to provide Elder programming to meet the needs of Indigenous offenders. The Elder Helpers must be available to assist and supplement the work of Elders, thus enhancing Indigenous programming. CSC is legislated to provide Indigenous offenders with the opportunity to further develop their understanding of traditional Indigenous spirituality while allowing non-Indigenous offenders to practice their beliefs and values systems. 1.1 Objectives: As required by the CCRA and individual correctional plans, Elder Helpers are engaged to ensure the accommodation of Indigenous spiritual and cultural practices. They assist the Elders in supporting Indigenous offenders on their traditional healing journey, to further develop an understanding of traditional Indigenous culture through teachings, guidance and counselling. Further, they utilize traditional ceremonies and practices, where they have been given the responsibility to assist the work of Elders, to promote healing and balance. 1.2 Tasks: The Elder Helper must provide the following services: The Elder Helper must assist Indigenous offenders within the federal institutions to benefit from traditional heali. UNSPSC: *Vocational rehabilitation services (*86101803). Method: Advance contract award notice. Selection: Not applicable. Trade Agreements: *None. Regions: *Canada

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from CanadaBuys - Government of Canada and was originally published on May 19, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Correctional Service of Canada (CSC)

Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) has issued 128 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 22 currently open and 7 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Governance & Public Administration, Construction & Civil Works, and Health & Medical. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via CanadaBuys - Government of Canada. Most recent publication: May 19, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Canada. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit CanadaBuys - Government of Canada to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is June 2, 2026. You have 14 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) in Canada. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Social Protection & Welfare sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.