Our Work AFN is an advocacy organization, taking direction and fulfilling mandates as directed by First-Nations-in-Assembly through resolutions.
Find Out More About UsThe Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is a national advocacy organization that works to advance the collective aspirations of First Nations individuals and communities across Canada on matters of national or international nature and concern.
The AFN hosts two Assemblies a year where mandates and directives for the organization are established through resolutions directed and supported by the First Nations in Assembly (elected Chiefs or proxies from member First Nations).
In addition to the direction provided by Chiefs of each member First Nation, the AFN is guided by an Executive Committee consisting of an elected National Chief and Regional Chiefs from each province and territory. Representatives from five national councils (Knowledge Keepers, Youth, Veterans, 2SLGBTQQIA+ and Women) support and guide the decisions of the Executive Committee.
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View AllAssembly of First Nations (AFN) 2SLGBTQQIA+ Council Opposes Alberta’s Proposed Anti-Transgender Legislation
Advocating for the rights and quality of life of First Nations people in Canada.
Children and Families
Long-Term Reform of First Nations Child and Family Services
On July 11, 2024, the Assembly of First Nations announced a $47.8 billion Draft Agreement on the Long-Term Reform of the First Nations Child and Family Services Program. Learn more about this historic Draft Agreement.
Learn MoreLeadership
Meet the AFN National Chief, Cindy Woodhouse
AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse, from Pinaymootang First Nation, Manitoba, is a prominent leader dedicated to protecting treaty rights, title and jurisdiction and the right to self-determination for all First Nations in Canada.
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Assembly of First Nations
50 O’Connor Street, Suite 200
Ottawa, Ontario K1P 6L2
Tel: +1 (613) 241-6789
Toll-free: +1 (866) 869-6789
Fax: +1 (613) 241-5808