Study of Budget Needs and Funding for Small First Nations in the Amended Draft Final Settlement Agreement for Long Term Reform of FNCFS Program Information Sheet
EngageFirst Management Consultants analyzed the budget needs and funding available for small First Nations under the Draft Final Settlement Agreement (FSA) for Long Term Reform of the First Nations Child and Family Services (FNCFS) Program. EngageFirst conducted the study between September 2024 and May 2025, gathering information from online research and consultations with five small FNCFS providers, who also contributed data to the study.
Cully v. Canada Information Sheet
On June 23, 2025, the Federal Court released its decision in Cully v. Canada (Attorney General), 2025 FC 1132. The decision is an important step forward in affirming that Jordan’s Principle must be applied broadly and in a manner that respects substantive equality, cultural appropriateness, and the best interests of First Nations children.
PowerPoint: Know your rights under Jordan's Principle
Jess Raby's presentation PowerPoint from the May 27, 2025 webinar: Know your rights under Jordan's Principle. Video of webinar on YouTube.
Remedies for Denied or Delayed Jordan's Principle Requests Information Sheet
This information sheet offers several avenues you may wish to pursue if you're Jordan's Principle request has been denied or delayed.
Supreme Court of Canada Decision on Quebec (Attorney General) v. Pekuakamiulnuatsh Takuhikan Briefing Note
On November 27, 2024, the Supreme Court of Canada released its decision in Quebec (Attorney General) v. Pekuakamiulnuatsh Takuhikan. The decision is an important step forward in protecting First Nations when they negotiate and implement contracts with the Crown for many essential services.