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Author: Anna McKenzie, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
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26 Indigenous governing bodies are reclaiming authority over child welfare
Leaders dig into Bill C-92 at AFN virtual gathering.
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He will be remembered for his joy: A tribute to Taran Kootenhayoo
A community comes together to collectively grieve, and to share in his legacy of joy.
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EXCLUSIVE: B.C. ministry warned birth alerts ‘illegal and unconstitutional’ months before banning them
Government ‘trampling on the fundamental and human rights of Indigenous families,’ says former children’s rep.
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‘Trust MCFD,’ says BC’s new children’s minister to Indigenous youth in care
An exclusive interview with Minister Mitzi Dean about her plans for serving Indigenous youth and families
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BC’s children’s rep says policies and practices for youth leaving care must centre Indigenous youth
Rep’s message to Indigenous youth in care: ‘You are loved… don’t give up’
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Indigenous birth knowledge fills massive gaps in healthcare, but needs support
Co-founder of Indigenous doula collective says Indigenous birth workers need to be “supported and not exploited.”
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‘Food as medicine’: How this birth worker carries on the teachings of her great grandmother
Indigenous doula and midwifery student shares about the magic of a postpartum pot roast
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A win for First Nations children as the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal expands funding criteria for Jordan’s Principle
Non-status, off-reserve First Nations children who are recognized by their Nation can now access funding
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Fighting discrimination during birth through the support of doulas
‘We’re putting the power back in their hands,’ says Nanaimo-based doula Andrea Howard
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Class action lawsuit against Kelowna social worker prompts calls for better oversight
Could registering child protection social workers in the province make a difference for Indigenous youth in care?