Oct 17, 2024
I have always believed that our children are the most sacred gifts from the Creator. They represent not just the future, but the essence of who we are as First Nations. They carry the legacy of our ancestors and embody the potential for a brighter tomorrow.
It is our duty to protect their well-being and, today, we stand at a momentous crossroads that gives us the power to shape a better future for them, their families and our communities.
On July 11, alongside the chiefs of Ontario and the Nishnawbe Aski Nation, we announced a landmark $47.8-billion draft agreement negotiated with the Government of Canada. This agreement represents a commitment to the long-term reform of the First Nations Child and Family Services Program, a program that has failed our children for too long.