Jordans Principle not a suggestion, AMC grand chief says in call for full implementation [Video]

The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) says it wants the federal government to end its ongoing neglect and systemic failures when it comes to First Nations children.

On Friday, AMC called for the full implementation of Jordan’s Principle, saying mismanagement by Indigenous Services Canada has left the program in shambles and families without crucial health, education and social supports .

This is in response to Min. Patty Hajdu saying last month, that Jordan’s Principle was no longer operating “within the spirit” of why it was created, and changes were under way to make sure spending aligns “with the long-term sustainability” of the program.

“We feel that it’s time that we actually have much stronger criteria, more rigor around how we can account for those funds being spent and those supports being provided,” Hajdu told Global News.

But chiefs feel that was an effort to paint First Nations as the problem. They say bureaucrats and politicians developed the program without First Nations consultation and …