The applicant children's aid society sought an order for Crown wardship with no access regarding a 19-month-old child.
The child was apprehended at birth due to the mother's substance abuse and the parents' history of child protection involvement.
The father argued that the child's Métis heritage was not properly considered by the society.
The court found that the society made reasonable efforts to involve the Métis community, which declined to participate and supported adoption.
The court determined the child was in need of protection due to the mother's chronic drug addiction and the parents' inability to maintain a safe home.
The court ordered Crown wardship with no access, directing the society to ensure future placements educate the child on his Aboriginal heritage.
