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==What about adopting an aboriginal child?== | ==What about adopting an aboriginal child?== | ||
The Adoption Act expresses special concern for aboriginal children. The act insists that the aboriginal child’s cultural identity be considered when looking at the child’s best interests. If the child is under 12 and the birth parent or other guardian doesn’t object, the Ministry or adoption agency involved will notify the child’s aboriginal community and consult with them about planning for the adoption. Under the federal Indian Act, an aboriginal person who is adopted doesn’t lose any of the rights or privileges they have as a “status Indian” under the Indian Act and other laws. | The ''Adoption Act'' expresses special concern for aboriginal children. The act insists that the aboriginal child’s cultural identity be considered when looking at the child’s best interests. If the child is under 12 and the birth parent or other guardian doesn’t object, the Ministry or adoption agency involved will notify the child’s aboriginal community and consult with them about planning for the adoption. Under the federal ''Indian Act'', an aboriginal person who is adopted doesn’t lose any of the rights or privileges they have as a “status Indian” under the ''Indian Act'' and other laws. | ||
==Can the birth mother choose an open adoption?== | ==Can the birth mother choose an open adoption?== | ||