Canada has reached a critical juncture in the way families, child and family service agencies and First Nations interact after court rulings found a legacy of systemic discrimination within the child welfare system. As NAN communities look to take ownership of their child and family services, Sandy Lake First Nation's band rep program can serve as a model for other First Nations in helping keep families together.
Deputy Grand Chief Bobby Narcisse said the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold Bill C-92 makes it clear that Indigenous children are the jurisdiction of First Nations.
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The Dear Thunder Bay campaign was borne out of a recommendation from the Seven Youth Inquest, which directed community organizations to work together on an awareness campaign aimed at changing attitudes about the obstacles, challenges and misconceptions faced by First Nation students.