On April 1st, 2023, Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug Dibenjikewin Onaakonikewin (KIDO), also known as KI Family Law (English translation), was officially launched and became operational. This means that Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug (KI) is exercising jurisdiction over their own child, youth and family services for the community members of Big Trout Lake, wherever the residents may reside, On-KI and Off-KI, throughout Canada and internationally.

Bill C-92, an “Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Metis children, youth and families”, is the catalyst for KIDO’s official status to exercise its jurisdiction for its children, youth and families. Bill C-92 is Canada’s legal framework recognizing the inherent right of Indigenous self-government over children and family services. The inherent right to self-government is affirmed by section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982.

KIDO, the “KI Family Law” has a vision is to create healthy self, healthy family, and healthy community. The emphasis of service is on family healing and maintaining connections within families and the community of Big Trout Lake. KIDO’s mission is that our dibenjikewinan (families) can raise our awaashishag (children) and oshkaadizag (youth) in healthy homes.

If you have concerns for the well-being of a child or youth with a parent or an elder who is a KI member please make a referral to KIDO for support. KIDO offers 24/7 services. Please call the number listed below as soon possible. If you are unsure which community the patient or family is from, any call to a child protection organization will fulfill your duty to report requirement.

1-833-982-KIDO (5436)

KIDO must respond immediately or as soon as reasonably possible. KIDO has the legal authority to ensure the well-being of KI members. KIDO employees will always wear their Staff ID badges when responding to emergency calls.

For more information, please visit: www.kido209.ca