Important: You can now submit a Claim for the Removed Child Class and Removed Child Family Class. Learn more about how to complete a Claim.
The Administrator
The Administrator is an independent body responsible for executing and adjudicating under the terms outlined in the Settlement Agreement and any additional requirements approved by the court. If you have questions about the administration of the Settlement, please contact the Administrator at no charge by calling 1-833-852-0755 (Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET excluding statutory holidays) or emailing Generalinfo@Contact.FNChildClaims.ca
Wellness resources
Hope for Wellness
Free mental health and wellness support is available to Class Members 24 hours a day through the Hope for Wellness Helpline at 1-855-242-3310 or online at HopeForWellness.ca.
Support is available in English, French, Cree and Ojibway (Anishinaabemowin) on request.
Kids Help Phone
Children and youth can also call the Kids Help Phone anytime at 1-800-668-6868 or text FIRSTNATIONS to 686868.
Legal support
Legal information related to this Settlement is provided at no cost.
Claimants do not have to pay lawyers to submit a Claim or to receive payment from the Settlement.
Please contact the Administrator at 1-833-852-0755 for more information.
If necessary, the Administrator may refer legal questions to Class Counsel, who will provide further information at no cost.
Assembly of First Nations
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is a national advocacy organization that works to advance the collective aspirations of First Nations individuals and communities across Canada on matters of national or international nature and concern. The AFN advocates on behalf of 900,000 First Nations citizens on issues such as treaties, Indigenous rights, and land and resources.