Category: Medical rights
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A System That Failed My Son: My Letter to MLA John Rustad About MCFD’s Unlawful Removal of Bennett
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in Advocacy & Action, Autism and Trauma-Informed Care, Bennett’s Story, Child welfare, Child Welfare Reform, Disability Rights, Family Seperation, Human Rights in Canada, Legal and Political Advocacy, Medical rights, Motherhood & Resilience, System & Policy, Systemic Failures, Un-Silenced Blog OriginalsWhen MCFD took my son Bennett without cause, they shattered more than policy — they broke a young, and vulnerable child’s sense of safety. For two months I’ve fought to bring him home while the ministry hides behind red tape, refuses disclosure, and overrides medical professionals who know him best. I’ve now written directly to…
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“Mommy, come back.”
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in Advocacy & Action, Bennett’s Story, Child Protection, Child welfare, Disability Rights, family advocacy, Family Seperation, Human Rights in Canada, Legal update, Medical & Care Needs, Medical rights, Parent Voice, Parental Rights, Resources for Families, Safety & Rights, System & Policy, Systemic FailuresDuring a supervised visit, my 6-year-old autistic son Bennett told me he was crying for me at night: “Mommy, come back.” This post shares that heartbreaking moment—and the photos that show just how much he’s still holding on.
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Taken Without Warning: Inside a B.C. Child Welfare Crisis
Darian Thomas details her ongoing struggle to ensure the safety and well-being of her son, Bennett, following his removal from her care. This post uncovers the critical concerns raised by Darian, including restricted communication, alleged misrepresentations in official records, and unexplained bruising observed on Bennett. It highlights the urgent need for transparency and accountability in…
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‘Best Interests’ or Bureaucracy? The MCFD Controversy Surrounding Bennett’s Care
On September 19, 2025, Darian Thomas submitted an affidavit regarding the care of her son Bennett, born December 19, 2018, who has multiple complex medical and neurodevelopmental needs. Darian highlights concerns about his father, TJ, due to past harm towards Bennett and unstable behavior. Darian’s detailed care approach includes a trained multidisciplinary team and enrollment…
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Separated by the System: The Unsafe Conditions Tied to a Mother’s Reunion with Her Son
After a week of forced separation, I was told I could see my son again—but only if he “settled” into a placement I had already refused for safety reasons. This piece exposes how bureaucratic conditions are keeping medically fragile children apart from their families in British Columbia’s child-protection system.
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BC Mother Pleads with Premier and MLA After Disabled Six Year Old Son Apprehended from Hospital
On September 2 2025, a Coquitlam mother sent an urgent letter to Premier David Eby, MLA Rick Glumac, and Minister Jodie Wickens. She pleaded for help after her six year old son with many complexities, Bennett, was taken from hospital care despite clear professional warnings.
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