Indigenous children are overrepresented in child protection services in Canada. They represent 7.7 percent of the population, but make up a national average of 53.8 percent of children in care.

The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (“CHRT”) ruled in 2016 that the Canadian government is racially discriminating against First Nation children in care, notably by drastically underfunding First Nations Child and Family Services (Case: First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada et al. v. Attorney General of Canada (for the Minister of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada), 2016 CHRT 2). Yet, the disparity persists. This disparity reflects a system that does not adequately provide for First Nation communities' needs.

We demand that the Canadian Government provide First Nations-determined-needs-based funding for their children and families and END the DISCRIMINATION and STOP it from happening again, as ordered by the CHRT. 

It's time to address this systemic injustice and ensure a fair start for every First Nation child. Funding should empower First Nation authorities to develop and implement services rooted in their understanding of their community's welfare needs. This not only includes cultural identity but also promotes resilience and nurturing of children within their communities.

It's time for the Canadian government to fulfill its positive obligations to address this discrimination. Let's ensure that the future holds no more disparity for First Nations children and families, but hope and real opportunity for the children in First Nations. Please, we need your support. Sign and share this petition and join our call.