First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement
The first Claims Period for the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement opened on March 10, 2025. Class Members of the Removed Child Class and the Removed Child Family Class can now submit a Claim for compensation. Learn more about the Removed Child Class and the Removed Child Family Class.
First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement
The Federal Court has approved the Settlement Agreement and the Claims Process for the first two Classes, the Removed Child Class and the Removed Child Family Class. Compensation is not yet available. The Claims Period will open on March 10, 2025.
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All Classes in the Settlement Agreement
Nine Classes are included in this Settlement. The Claims Period is open for the Removed Child Class and the Removed Child Family Class. Claimants who may be eligible for more than one Class will have to submit separate Claim Forms when the Claims Period opens for each Class.
Connect with a Claims Helper
Claims Helpers can help you complete your Claim Form, learn how to obtain identification and share information about cultural, community, or wellness resources and supports.
For this free support, you can call 1‑833‑852‑0755 (toll-free) between 8 a.m. ET and 8 p.m. ET, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays). Ask for a Claims Helper today.
Federal Court releases written decision approving the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement Agreement
On October 24, 2023, the Federal Court approved the Settlement Agreement for the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Class Action.
Settlement Agreement is Approved
On October 24, 2023, Federal Court Justice Aylen approved the Settlement Agreement. We’re now awaiting official documentation from the Federal Court. More information will be available soon.
Watch the Settlement Approval Hearing for the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Class Action
The Settlement Approval Hearing will take place during the week of October 23, 2023. Class Members who want to participate in the settlement approval process do not have to go in person.
What you need to know
What to expect
Information is available to help you understand the Settlement.
