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Ministry of Human Services’ Response to the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate “9-year-old Bonita serious injury”

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In 2013, a nine-year-old child living with her parents in her First Nations community was taken to hospital, where it was determined that she was suffering from septic shock as a result of severe... More ≫

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In 2013, a nine-year-old child living with her parents in her First Nations community was taken to hospital, where it was determined that she was suffering from septic shock as a result of severe dental decay. Inadequate housing, school attendance, neglect, parental addictions and chronic poverty were all noted concerns that were being addressed by several service delivery partners within the community. This report provides the Ministry response to the three recommendations made by the Office of the Child and Youth Advocate.

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Ministry of Human Services’ response to the KBN fatality inquiry report

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed and considered the recommendations of the fatality inquiry report released on August 22, 2013 about the March 2009 death of KBN. The inquiry... More ≫

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The Ministry of Human Services has carefully reviewed and considered the recommendations of the fatality inquiry report released on August 22, 2013 about the March 2009 death of KBN. The inquiry found this was a medical death due to natural causes, specifically pneumonia, while the child was in the care of Kasohkowew Child Wellness Society (KCWS), a Delegated First Nations Agency (DFNA) that provides services for children, youth and families on-reserve.

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