Cindy Blackstock
Member of the Gitxsan First Nation and Executive Director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society. Professor at McGill University's School of Social Work and expert in child welfare and Indigenous rights.
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Oct 23, 2024 • 22min
Why the AFN rejected a $47.8-billion child welfare deal
Dr. Cindy Blackstock, a member of the Gitxsan First Nation and Executive Director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society, discusses the Assembly of First Nations' recent rejection of a $47.8-billion child welfare deal. She highlights how the proposal, a decade in the making, fell short in addressing critical needs. The conversation touches on systemic discrimination in Indigenous child welfare, the tragic legacy of Jordan's Principle, and the urgent call for genuine reform and accountability in supporting First Nations children.
Feb 27, 2024 • 51min
Is the Supreme Court ruling on Canada's Indigenous child welfare law a victory for the status quo? (ep 341)
The podcast explores the implications of the recent Supreme Court ruling on Indigenous child welfare laws, questioning whether it truly enhances self-determination or maintains the status quo. Guests analyze the strengths and gaps of Bill C-92, emphasizing the need for true Indigenous leadership and more resources. They discuss challenges in implementation, jurisdiction, and coordination of services, highlighting the ongoing issues faced by Indigenous children in provincial child welfare systems. The episode concludes with reflections on the ruling's impact and a promise of future discussions.
