Native leaders in Manitoba are considering a suit against the Canadian government for failing to provide adequate health care to Native children.
The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is exploring the issue. Native leaders say children who live on reserves receive fewer services than those who live off reserves.
Leaders say more funding is needed for children with special needs.
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Children on reserves lose out on health care: native leaders
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First Nations weigh lawsuit over health care
Tuesday, January 18, 2005
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