First Nations’ $2.1B proposed class action accuses governments of ‘devastating mismanagement’ of child welfare – CBC

Mar 31, 2025

3 First Nations say governments owe billions in damages over handling of CFS system

A $2.1-billion proposed class action heads to court on Monday, where Manitoba’s chief justice will decide if the provincial and federal governments failed First Nations through what the suit calls “devastating mismanagement of the child welfare system.”

The chiefs of three Manitoba First Nations — Black River First Nation, Pimicikamak Cree Nation and Misipawistik Cree Nation, along with the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs — launched the lawsuit in October 2022.

The statement of claim says they’re seeking $2.1 billion in damages for First Nations harmed by the apprehension of kids by child and family services agencies between 1992 and the present day.

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