1. Objectifs

Intentions :
«This chapter will explore both the clinical and policy implications of the repression of Métis identities in Quebec for children in care.» (p. 138)

2. Méthode

Échantillon/Matériau :
Données documentaires diverses

Type de traitement des données :
Réflexion critique

3. Résumé

«[I]n the province there are no cultural resources or official organizations to support Métis as they are not recognized as Indigenous to Quebec […]. Issues of identity and belonging are particularly salient for children and youth who grow up in foster care or are adopted. Research on youth and adults that have grown up in foster care in non-Aboriginal homes has found that these people are drawn back to their cultures and feel a sense of increased pride and self-worth from exploring their cultures […].» (p. 138) «Given the current invisibility of M(m)étis children in Quebec as well as the TRC [Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada] calls to action, there are number of implications for child welfare policy makers and practitioners that need to be addressed. First, the ability of children and family to self-identify as Aboriginal when they come into contact with child welfare services needs to be honored. As self-identity is complex, computer systems that do not allow for more complicated description of child’s culture and community connections are problematic. Certainly for all children that come into care, cultural planning is central – and this includes a careful and detailed conversation about family identity with the caregivers and child’s larger support network […].» (p. 147)