The Métis Nation of BC announced Miyoopimatishihk (Wellbeing) Program that provides access for supports for early childhood development for Métis families with children birth to eight. The Ministry of Education will distribute information about the program to Métis families enrolled in the Métis Family Connections Program. The Métis Early Years Community Coordinator will assist families with their application and the MNBC Ministry of Education will fund all approved supports.
Métis families can apply for a wide range of services, including:
- respite care
- speech therapy
- assessments
- mental health support and
- educational and cultural support.
Families can access services up to $5,000 per child. The Ministry of Education recognizes that some children may require multiple supports and services and that each situation will be unique.