Actions and Commitments

Call to Action # 3: Child Welfare (1-5)

Resolution calling for recognition of Jordan’s Principle

June 10, 2015

The Chiefs of the Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQL) pass a resolution calling on the federal and provincial governments to recognize Jordan’s Principle and to adopt a joint statement indicating their commitment to “resolve any jurisdictional or funding dispute that may jeopardize the health of a First Nation’s citizen, without discrimination based on geography, language, severity of concurrent needs, etc.”

This resolution calls for an expanded vision of Jordan’s Principle, by stipulating that no conflict of jurisdiction should limit a First Nation member’s access to care. (First Nations of Quebec and Labrador Health and Social Service Commission)