Question Period Note: Sixtees Scoop

• Of the 34,785 claims received, 34,764 have been assessed, 8 require additional information and 13 claims are actively being assessed.
• The Federal Court of Canada and the Ontario Superior Court of Justice have released orders allowing for the issuance a final payment of $4,000 to all Eligible Class Members who have received an interim payment of $21,000.
• New approved Eligible Class Members who have not received the interim payment, can expect to receive a total one-time payment of $25,000.

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If pressed on Métis/ Non-status not included
• The Sixties Scoop is a dark and painful time in our history. Our government now has a settlement for Status First Nations and Inuit which represents a significant first step in resolving this historic injustice.
• Our government knows that there are other claims that remain unresolved, including those of the Métis and non-status.
• Canada is working with our partners toward a fair and lasting resolution for all survivors.

If pressed on Petition calls for apology to Sixties Scoop survivors
• Working together to bring a meaningful resolution to its painful legacy is an important step in our journey of reconciliation with Indigenous peoples.
• This settlement represents a historic milestone in Canada’s efforts to address the harm done by the Sixties Scoop for Status First Nations and Inuit, but it is only the first step.
• Our government remains committed to listening to those affected by the Sixties Scoop and ensuring they have what need to heal.

If pressed on Foundation
• The Sixties Scoop Healing Foundation – an independent, charitable foundation – was created as part of the Sixties Scoop settlement with direct input from survivors to support them, their families and their communities.
• On November 12, 2020, permanent board members were appointed to guide the Foundation in its work supporting survivors.

If pressed on Donna Cona
• Recognizing the importance of keeping class members informed about the process, Donna Cona was appointed by the courts to provide call centre and email support to ensure applicants had accurate and more timely answers to their questions and concerns.
• Donna Cona responded to all backlogged voice messages received and worked diligently with the claims administrator to respond to the remaining email enquiries.
• Donna Cona is no longer providing this service and it has been transferred back to the claims administrator.