Children’s Commissioner

Abinoojiinyan Onjii E-bimiikang

Providing high-level oversight over the implementation, compliance and enforcement of the Anishinabek Nation Child Well-Being Law, and the Anishinabek Nation Children and Youth Bill of Rights.

Appointed at the Anishinabek Fall Assembly in 2019, Anishinabek Nation Children's Commissioner Duke Peltier is an independent voice for Anishinabek children and youth up to 18 years of age, advocating for their best interest(s), rights and well-being.

Roles of the Children's Commissioner

• Advocacy
  • Brings attention to emerging issues affecting Anishinaabe children and youth;
  • Provides feedback and critical analysis of systemic needs for improvement;
  • Provides recommendations in relation to the well-being of Anishinaabe children, youth, and families;
  • Proposes policy amendments that reflect Anishinaabe culture, language, and traditions
  • Promotes and protects the rights of all Anishinabek children and youth; and
  • Focuses on the Anishinabek children and youth facing difficulties and/or challenges.
• Support
  • Assists in obtaining and providing relevant information regarding the Anishinabek Nation Child Well-Being Law, and the Anishinabek Child, Youth, and Family Well-Being System;
  • Acts as a liaison between individuals or groups and the Anishinabek Nations' child well-being structures;
  • Serves as a communicator and/or facilitator; and
  • Provides support to all Anishinabek First Nations and e'dbendaagzijig (members) regardless of residency.