The Assembly of First Nations is endorsing the Canadian federal government's multi-billion dollar settlement to compensate Indigenous people harmed by the lack of adequate funding for child and family welfare services on reserves.
The $23.3-billion final settlement agreement will see at least $40,000 paid out to eligible individuals and families.
Global's David Akin reports on the long-awaited deal's impact and what advocates are still hoping Ottawa will do.
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The $23.3-billion final settlement agreement will see at least $40,000 paid out to eligible individuals and families.
Global's David Akin reports on the long-awaited deal's impact and what advocates are still hoping Ottawa will do.
For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/9603829/indigenous-child-welfare-settlement-canadian-human-rights-tribunal/
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