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Empowering Indigenous Youth in Care as They Transition to Adulthood
Indigenous & Northern Communities September 26, 2023
In 2019, new federal legislation, An Act respecting Métis First Nations, Inuit, and children, youth and families prioritized Indigenous jurisdiction over Indigenous children in care. The 2019 Act commits to reform child and family services for Indigenous children by focusing on prevention, early intervention, and protection. It also affirms Indigenous jurisdiction over cultural continuity, kin care, and decision-making about children in care.
Impact paper • 135-min read
No Child Elects to Wait
Health September 25, 2023
In Canada, the extended wait times for surgical procedures present a considerable obstacle to providing timely access to healthcare, not only for adults, but also for children and youth.
Issue briefing • 15-min read
Empowering Indigenous Youth in Care as They Transition to Adulthood
Indigenous & Northern Communities September 19, 2023
Young Indigenous people leaving the child welfare system have important skills and experience. But they’re underemployed and earn less than they would if their talents were fully utilized. On average, a First Nations person who grew up in care on reserve will, over their lifetime, earn $1.2 million less than a non-Indigenous person from the general population who didn’t grow up in care.
Online experience • 8-min read
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