Alberta School Boards Association President Marilyn Dennis has written an open letter to the Government of Canada, urging it to address the federal funding delays of Jordan’s Principle applications. In the context of the school system, Dennis explains that Jordan’s Principle highlights the board’s responsibility to advocate for and provide equitable services and supports for First Nations students. However, the federal government’s ongoing delays in processing Jordan’s Principle applications are creating a funding gap and disrupting education. “I urge the federal government to treat this issue with urgency and expedite the application review process to guarantee that critical support reaches the students who need it–without further interruption,” concludes Dennis. City News and CTV News report that other organizations such as the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs have also called on the federal government to address the backlog.
