How Cowessess First Nation’s historic child welfare agreement with Canada and Saskatchewan works – CBC
Cowessess First Nation will have complete decision-making power over its children and youth
Jul 09, 2021
Cowessess First Nation reclaimed its inherent right to look after its own children with the signing of a co-ordination agreement with Saskatchewan and the federal government on Tuesday.
The historic signing — the first of its kind in Canada — was attended by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Premier Scott Moe and Cowessess Chief Cadmus Delorme.
The ceremony, which started with a powwow and ended with a victory dance, left those in the community feeling hopeful.
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