B.C. ‘open’ to apologizing for birth alerts, says First Nations Summit
Province won’t confirm, but says it’s ‘engaging with Indigenous leadership.’
Indigenous Reproductive Health
When it comes to Indigenous reproductive health in Canada, there are stories of survival and thrival. Indigenous women and two-spirit Peoples in particular have faced extreme barriers to healthcare — from violence and traumas in Indian Hospitals and residential schools causing mistrust and racism to lack of culturally-appropriate support and services.
Despite the challenges, people have continuously fought for their families, their lives and their reproductive rights. This closer dive into access to care and stories of resurgence will run throughout the month of November, 2020, closing off with an online event with partners, supporters and community, to discuss more fully our findings and impact.
Two Spirit couple face racism and discrimination on journey to motherhood
Brianna Olsen Pitawanakwat and fiancé Nanook Gordon started trying for a baby in 2020. Photo by Ian Maracle
Birth alerts banned in B.C., but trust still a barrier for Indigenous parents
‘Much more money’ needed for preventative services, says Mary Teegee.
Birth alerts explained: Anishinaabe social work prof clarifies ‘illegal’ and ‘unconstitutional’ practice
Billie Allan says there is a ‘legacy of racism that has not been dealt with.’
Families subjected to birth alerts deserve an apology, says B.C.’s Representative for Children and Youth
The B.C. government ‘should acknowledge how wrong and harmful this practice was’
Indigenous leaders call on B.C. government to notify parents subjected to birth alerts
‘There needs to be an apology… and that’s just the first step’
