A public inquiry into the treatment, experiences and outcomes of Innu children in care has officially been launched with an update on the process announced this afternoon.
The Commissioners including Anastasia Qupee and Dr. Mike Devine and led by Judge James Igloliorte, will meet with Innu leadership, and the provincial and federal governments to learn about how the Inquiry can best meet the needs of families and Innu communities before it gets underway.
Further information about the Inquiry process, its schedule and how to participate will be shared publicly in the coming months.
Up-to-date information will also be posted to the Inquiry website which is currently under development.
The Inquiry will review, research and analyze Innu involvement with the child protection system, including gaps and barriers to involvement, as well as understanding systemic and underlying causes and explore community and cultural impacts.
The Inquiry will integrate the Touchstones of Hope phases of reconciliation, and will be guided by the principles of self-determination, culture and language, holistic approaches and structural interventions.
Deputy Grand Chief Mary Ann Nui of the Innu Nation speaks during the launch of the Commission of Inquiry into the Treatment, Experiences and Outcomes of Innu in the Child Protection System. @VOCMNEWS pic.twitter.com/nca6xCbE45
— Brian Callahan (@briancallahan67) April 29, 2022
