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On November 29, 2019, the Federal Court issued its ruling in response to 2 motions relating to the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal ruling on compensation for First Nations children and families.

On July 17, 2020, the tribunal asked the Government of Canada and the parties to consult together and bring back to the tribunal by October 19, 2020:

further clarification on the definition of a First Nations child for eligibility under Jordan's Principle (a definition that does not limit eligibility for First Nations children off reserve to just those children with status or recognition by their self-government Nation)

a mechanism to identify citizens or members of First Nations in regards to Jordan's Principle eligibility

At this time, Indigenous Services Canada is in the process of reviewing the ruling, with more information to come. To find out who's covered under Jordan's Principle, including eligibility related to the implementation of Bill S-3, visit Who is covered.