AMC Stands in Full Support of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation’s Human Rights Complaint Against Indigenous Services Canada - AI Generated Image
The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs has declared full support for Brokenhead Ojibway Nation’s human rights complaint against Indigenous Services Canada, underscoring systemic concerns about discrimination and inadequate service delivery to First Nations.
The complaint, announced on September 3, highlights ongoing gaps in federal responsibility, particularly for adults with disabilities who often lose access to essential supports after turning 18. While Jordan’s Principle has been recognized as a landmark measure for First Nations children, its protections do not extend into adulthood, leaving many without necessary health and social services in their home communities.
Brokenhead Ojibway Nation, located northeast of Winnipeg, has a history of advocating for the rights and well-being of its members. Its leadership is now seeking redress through the Canadian Human Rights Commission, calling attention to the lack of equitable services and the impacts on quality of life for Indigenous adults.
The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, representing 62 First Nations across the province, has framed its support as part of its broader mandate to address systemic inequalities and advocate for fairness in federal programs. Past human rights complaints against Indigenous Services Canada from Manitoba First Nations have emphasized the same issue, pointing to systemic discrimination in access to care and community supports.
Indigenous Services Canada has previously stated that its mandate is to improve health, education, and social outcomes for Indigenous peoples, but critics argue that jurisdictional barriers and underfunding continue to leave communities at a disadvantage. The new complaint by Brokenhead Ojibway Nation, backed by AMC, signals that First Nations leaders remain determined to push for long-term, equitable solutions.
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