Cindy Blackstock
Cindy Blackstock is a prominent Canadian advocate for Indigenous children's rights and the executive director of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society. She played a crucial role in initiating the human rights complaint that led to the establishment of Jordan's Principle, which aims to ensure First Nations children receive equitable access to essential services. Blackstock has been vocal in her criticism of the Canadian government's handling of the program, arguing that recent changes lack evidence-based support and perpetuate colonial stereotypes.
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Dr. Cindy Blackstock has been providing policy guidance and support to promote the well-being of First Nations children.
Ontario’s $8.5-billion child-welfare deal must pass without further delay
Canada· 2025-12-12
Cindy Blackstock of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society says the federal government's changes to the program aren’t evidence-based.
Ottawa makes sweeping changes to Jordan’s Principle after human-rights tribunal rulingCanada· 2025-02-13
