An examination of the Sixties Scoop – a child welfare policy in Canada that saw the removal of Indigenous children from their families, often by force. Starting in 1951, Indigenous children in Canada were taken by social welfare agencies from their families and placed in the care of non-Indigenous families. These children grew up without their birth families, cultural roots, and language. Many tried to run away and some died in the attempt. The taking of the children is known as the Sixties Scoop, though the policies and practices started before the 1960s and lasted long after. Today, Indigenous children are still over-represented in the child welfare system across Canada.

Includes glossary.

Life before the Sixties Scoop -- Infringement of rights -- The Sixties Scoop (1951-1985) -- Pushing back (1970s-1985) -- The modern system (1990-2023) -- Moving forward (2015-2023) -- Timeline.