On January 1, 2020, Bill C-92 came into force. This legislation was co-developed with Indigenous, provincial, and territorial partners with the goal of keeping Indigenous children and youth connected to their families, communities, and culture.

On July 27, 2023, Fisher River sent correspondence to Canada and Manitoba pursuant to subsection 20(2) of Bill C-92 to formally request to enter into a coordination agreement.

The correspondence to Canada and Manitoba included a brief overview of the Fisher River child and family services model stating that it will be focused on core values, prevention services, family decision making, and keeping children connected to families and the community. It also stated Fisher River’s intention to exercise jurisdiction recognized in section 18(2) of Bill C-92 with respect to dispute resolution processes by creating a Tribunal.