Category: Parent Voice
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They Took My Son — and Then His Joy
A small Paw Patrol watch became another thing the system took—proof of how love gets policed.
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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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Leaked Letter Exposes MCFD Breaches in Case of Six-Year-Old Bennett
When a system built to protect children tears families apart, truth becomes resistance. Read the letter that challenges BC’s Ministry of Children and Family Development to do what’s right — and bring Bennett home.
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Understanding the CFCSA and Family Rights
Under the Child, Family and Community Service Act (CFCSA), families in British Columbia have the right to be informed, consulted, and included in all decisions about their child’s care. Yet months after my son’s removal, no family plan has been provided—despite legal obligations. This article explains how MCFD’s delays and lack of transparency violate core…
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BC Mother Challenges MCFD in Court Over Withheld Evidence
On October 2, 2025, my lawyer sent a letter to MCFD that put into writing what I’ve been saying for months — that silence and delay are not child protection. After a month of unanswered emails, withheld reports, and decisions made behind closed doors, the letter demanded accountability. It called out MCFD’s refusal to hold…
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A Mother’s Worst Nightmare: How System Failures Separated a Vulnerable Child from His Family
My six-year-old son, Bennett, who has complex disabilities, was apprehended by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) while I was hospitalized. They ignored a fully supported family care plan and placed him in an inappropriate facility. This is the story of our fight for transparency and reunification against a system that failed us.
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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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