Canada modifies Jordan's Principle, limiting funding for non-essential services for First Nations children.

Canada has modified Jordan's Principle, a program aimed at ensuring First Nations children receive necessary care and support. Changes follow disputes over funding requests, including non-essential items, raising concerns from the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal. Ottawa now restricts approvals for home renovations, sporting events, travel, and non-medical supports unless essential for equality with other children. However, Cindy Blackstock of the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society criticizes the changes as not evidence-based and perpetuating stereotypes. Named after a Manitoba boy who died waiting for health support, the program allows families to apply for urgent funding, with later jurisdictional disputes resolved.

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