Applications Now Open for the Agricultural Benefits Settlement Per Capita Distribution

Cold Lake First Nations, October 30, 2026

Cold Lake First Nations is now accepting applications for the Agricultural Benefits Settlement Per Capita Distribution. This is a one-time payment to eligible members from the Agricultural Benefits Settlement. It will be paid under the k’ambi de Trust Agreement dated October 6, 2026.

Members who want their payment in the first batch must apply by November 30, 2026.

Who is eligible

To apply, you must:

  • be a registered member of Cold Lake First Nations as of October 5, 2026, and
  • be 18 or older (Alberta), or the age of majority where you live, on or before October 5, 2026.

Every eligible member must send in their own application. No one can apply for another person. Members who aren’t yet of age can’t apply now. They can apply once they reach the age of majority.

How to apply

  1. Download the application form: LINK TO APPLICATION FORM
  2. Fill it out and sign it. You can type into the PDF or print it and fill it in by hand.
  3. Gather your documents:
    • a copy of valid government-issued photo ID that shows your date of birth
    • a void cheque or a direct deposit form from your bank
  4. Email the form and documents to by November 30, 2026.

You’ll get a confirmation once your application is processed.

Things to know

  • One-time payment. No further payments will be made under this distribution.
  • Direct deposit only. The money will go into a bank account in your own name. Check your banking information carefully, because errors can delay your payment.
  • Payment timing. When payments go out depends on when the settlement funds arrive from Canada.
  • Late applications. Complete applications received after November 30, 2026 will be processed when reasonably possible. Incomplete applications won’t be processed until they’re complete.
  • Deceased members. If a member passes away on or after October 5, 2026, their estate will be entitled to their payment through a k’ambi de Trust process.

Read the full information and terms on the first page of the application before you apply.

Questions?

Contact the CLFN Finance Office at 780-594-7183 or .

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