First Nations Child & Family Caring Society
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The Caring Society stands with First Nations children, youth, and families for equal opportunities to succeed.
Ottawa, ON
Joined October 2009
We are Bear-y excited to share that we’ve packed up and moved to BlueSky! Come join us there or at any of our other social media platforms for updates on the case for kids at the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal, educational resources, and other fun adventures!
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On June 23, 2025, the Federal Court released its decision in Cully v. Canada. The decision is an important step forward in affirming that Jordan’s Principle must be applied broadly & in a manner that respects the key principles set out by the Tribunal.
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In the mood for a podcast?🎙️Season 3 of the Spirit Bear Podcast is out, and Spirit Bear is embarking on courageous conversations with some very special guests. Get caught up on the first two episodes here:
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Bear Shares is a fun way for kids to learn about reconciliation and what they can do to make a difference. 🧡 They can ask Spirit Bear questions, and he will answer! Play Bear Shares here:
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Spirit Bear is zooming into summer, and you can come too 🎢 Join Spirit Bear on a fun ride by reading one of his books – perfect for sunny days, campfires, or quiet moments in between summer adventures! .
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Honouring Shannen Koostachin, who would have turned 31 today 💙 Help carry on #ShannensDream for equitable education for all First Nations kids by visiting because in Shannen's words, "every kid deserves this!"
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Wondering what your rights are under Jordan's Principle? This presentation clarifies the Tribunal’s orders in light of ISCs February bulletin and massive backlog, and it debunks Canada's allegations of misuse of Jordan's Principle by families. Watch here:
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Looking to learn more on topics related to First Nations children, youth and families? For all the latest information sheets, reports, education guides and infographics, check out the Knowledge Portal tab on our website 📝.
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In honour of Shannen Koostachin's birth month this July, we invite you to watch Hi-Ho Mistahey. This inspiring documentary by Alanis Obomsawin tells the story of Shannen's Dream for safe & comfy schools for First Nations kids. Watch for free on the National Film Board website 🎥
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As well as our amazing Honourable Mentions! 🐾
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We are so thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2025 Spirit Bear Award! Get to know these amazing young people who, in their community, demonstrate their commitment to reconciliation and the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action🧡
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Thank you bear-y much to all our friends who participated in #HonouringMemoriesPlantingDreams this year!🌷🌻🐻 If you haven't already, you can still register your heart garden to have it show up on this year's map.
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The Caring Society is Hiring!
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Visit the Spirit Bear Virtual School to find all our resources for teaching the Caring Society's campaigns! Designed for elementary teachers but adaptable for all ages and free for everyone!
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Wishing everyone a happy World Pride Day, especially our Two Spirit friends and the young people who stand proudly in their truth! ❤️
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You can watch Spirit Bear's third film, #HonouringMemoriesPlantingDreams, for free on #SpiritBearTV! Learn from Spirit Bear and Jake, the reconciliation dog, about what you can do to honour Survivors and implement the TRC Calls to Action ❤️.
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The KidsRights Index measures how children's rights are respected worldwide proportionate to countries' wealth and to what extent they are committed to improving the rights of children. According to the 2025 report, Canada ranks 67 out of 194 countries.
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Read about 20th Anniversary Bear Witness Day celebrations, Honouring Memories, Planting Dreams, Tribunal updates, and more! Find our Summer 2025 Newsletter here:
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Looking for ways to engage learners of all ages as you take part in Honouring Memories, Planting Dreams? Check out our "Finding Our Place in Reconciliation" learning guide which offers helpful info + activities to help advance reconciliation. 📚🪴.
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Happy Indigenous Peoples Day! 🧡 Reconciliation is not a one-day event and there are many ways to honour First Nation, Métis, and Inuit folks and communities throughout the year. What are you doing today to continue to advance reconciliation?
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