Month: June 2023

Ottawa, ON – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) convened a Special Chiefs Assembly (SCA) on June 28th to fulfill the mandate of AFN Resolution 03/2022, which called for an investigation and audit of AFN’s Financial and Management Policies. The purpose of the assembly was to report on the findings of a human resources investigation […]

(Ottawa, ON) The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) acknowledges the introduction of the federal government’s United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) Action Plan. The release of this plan follows the passing of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (UNDA) in Parliament in June 2021. Today, the […]

Ottawa, Unceded Algonquin Territory, ON — National Chief RoseAnne Archibald issued the following statement marking National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day to recognize Indigenous people’s rich history, diversity, and contributions across Turtle Island. “On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we celebrate the unique contributions of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit and lift up the voices, histories, […]

(Ottawa, ON) The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) affirms its support for First Nations in Ontario calling for the Government of Canada to delay implementation of the Métis Self-Government Recognition and Implementation Legislation between the Métis Nation of Ontario and Canada to allow for meaningful consultations and accommodations with First Nations. On February 24, 2023, […]

Supporting Indigenous climate leadership and co-developing solutions to address climate change in First Nations’ communities is central to advancing reconciliation and self-determination. Today, the Assembly of First Nations and the Government of Canada released the fifth Annual Report of the Joint Committee on Climate Action. The Joint Committee on Climate Action’s efforts are rooted in […]

(Ottawa, ON) – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) fully supports the Indigenous Police Chiefs of Ontario (IPCO) in their fight for equitable funding for First Nations Police services in Ontario. IPCO has filed a  motion in  Federal Court requesting emergency relief and an order requiring Public Safety Canada (PSC) to suspend application of the […]

June 6, 2023, Ottawa, ON – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) First Nations Veterans Council is commemorating the 79th anniversary of the Normandy Landings, also known as D-Day, and honouring the contributions of First Nations veterans who fought for the peace and freedom of all Canadians. Earlier this year, the AFN and Veterans Affairs […]

(Ottawa, ON) – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) has released its final report from the MMIWG2S+ National Gathering. The event brought Survivors of gender-based violence and families of missing or murdered loved ones together in Vancouver from February 14-16, 2023. “Connecting Hearts and Making Change” builds on a national report, “Breathing Life into the […]

Updated education infrastructure standards to support equity between First Nations and non-Indigenous communities June 2, 2023 — Ottawa, Unceded Algonquin Territory, Ontario — Indigenous Services Canada Students living in First Nations communities deserve quality learning environments that are safe and healthy places to learn and grow, and support better educational outcomes. Working in partnership, the […]

Ottawa, ON – National Chief RoseAnne Archibald and the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) are delighted to celebrate the beginning of National Indigenous History Month this June. The nationally celebrated occasion offers a unique opportunity to recognize the milestones happening this month in support of First Nations communities in the lead-up to National Indigenous Peoples […]