First Nations Chiefs Debate $47.8B Child Welfare Reform Deal

The Assembly of First Nations is urging support for the agreement amid concerns over its adequacy and negotiation process.

The $47.8-billion agreement aims to reform Canada's child welfare system after a two-decade legal battle over discriminatory underfunding.
AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak emphasizes the urgency of ratifying the deal before potential governmental changes.
Child advocate Cindy Blackstock and some chiefs question the deal's long-term effectiveness and transparency in its negotiation.
The agreement, supported by some regional chiefs, faces opposition from others who demand further amendments and consultations.
The special assembly in Calgary will see chiefs vote on the deal, with resolutions to either endorse, reject, or delay the decision for additional review.