AFN Says over $1.2 Billion Distributed so Far in Historic First Nations Child Welfare Settlement

Still open for claims: More than $1.2 billion paid out for discrimination in Child and Family Services settlement

National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak stated today that more than 30,000 First Nations children who were removed from their homes have now received compensation through the First Nations Child and Family Services (FNCFS) and Jordan's Principle Settlement. Over $1.2 billion has been provided in compensation to eligible Claimants, marking an important milestone in one of Canada’s largest class action settlements.

AFN says over $1.2 billion distributed so far in historic First Nations Child Welfare Settlement

More than 30,000 First Nations children who were removed from their homes have received over $1.2 billion in compensation through the historic First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement. Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak announced the milestone on Monday, acknowledging both the progress of the claims process and the deep systemic harm experienced by First Nations families. “Behind eve…

More than $1.2 Billion in Compensation Provided for Discrimination in First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Class Action Settlement

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