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A Status Card is a government-issued card that is used to identify and verify the status of an individual as a member of a specific group, such as a First Nation, Inuit, or Métis person in Canada. If you have applied for a Status Card and mailed your application to the relevant government agency, here are the next steps:

For First Nations Status Card applications:

• You can track the status of your application online through the Indigenous and Northern Affairs Committee's (INAC) website.
• If you have not received a decision on your application after 6-8 weeks, you can contact the INAC office in your region to inquire about the status of your application.

For Inuit Status Card applications:

• You can track the status of your application online through the Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) website.
• If you have not received a decision on your application after 6-8 weeks, you can contact the NTI office in your region to inquire about the status of your application.

For Métis Status Card applications:

• You can track the status of your application online through the Métis National Council (MNC) website.
• If you have not received a decision on your application after 6-8 weeks, you can contact the MNC office in your region to inquire about the status of your application.

What to expect after submitting your application:

• Once your application is received, it will be reviewed and verified by the relevant government agency.
• You may be required to provide additional documentation or information to support your application.
• If your application is approved, you will receive a Status Card in the mail.
• If your application is denied, you will receive a letter explaining the reasons for the denial and the appeal process.

Remember to keep a copy of your application and any supporting documents for your records.