Loss of Jordan's Principle Programs Across Canada
First Nations across Canada are experiencing a decline in Jordan's Principle programs due to reduced funding.
Funding for Jordan's Principle services decreased from $1.72 billion in 2023-24 to $1.64 billion in 2024-25.
Onigaming First Nation in northern Ontario, which has been under a state of emergency since 2024, is among those affected. The community has seen 46 deaths in the past four years, including deaths by suicide.
“Just in the past four years, we’ve had 46 deaths. That’s roughly about 5 per cent of our population overall,”said Chief Jeff Copenace.
The loss of funding has impacted various programs, including crisis response teams and an after-hours safety team that ensured the safety of residents, especially children and youth.
Author's summary: First Nations face reduced funding for Jordan's Principle programs.
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