Important: [glossary-ignore]You can now submit a Claim for the Removed Child Class and Removed Child Family Class. Learn more about how to complete a Claim.[/glossary-ignore]
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.
Free mental health and wellness supports are available 24 hours a day through the Hope for Wellness Helpline at 1-855-242-3310.
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.
Fraud Warning
If you are receiving calls asking for your personal information, please report them to the Administrator. There have been reports of Class Members being contacted and asked to provide personal information in relation to the Settlement.
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.
What you need to know
What to expect
Information is available to help you understand the Settlement.