Economic Conditions

economic conditions: A history of colonialism, racism, residential schools, and the inequitable distribution of resources has resulted in a range of devastating social and economic inequities for Indigenous communities -- and the impacts of these inequities can be seen in the shocking poverty rates and living conditions experienced by many Indigenous children, according to Rabble. While some of these experiences have been documented, most recently by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, woefully little action has been taken to address the desperate economic conditions facing many Indigenous children today. First Nations communities face some of the most distressing levels of child poverty in this country. We need to do much, much better. Here are five reasons why we can't ignore Indigenous families and children this election: 1. Our political parties could and should work harder to ensure that Indigenous children grow up in happier and healthier conditions and have the relevant education and opportunities to help build stronger, more prosperous communities. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.