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On Indigenous People’s day 2017, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that the former U.S Embassy in Ottawa would be repurposed as a space for Indigenous Peoples.
This survey seeks to gather feedback about the future use of 100 Wellington, so that the ideas of Indigenous Peoples can be heard and shared.
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Registration
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Accomodations
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Travel
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Resources
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][divider background_colour=”” sm_height=”34″ md_height=”44″ lg_height=”54″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row id=”registration”][vc_column width=”1/1″][divider background_colour=”” sm_height=”34″ md_height=”44″ lg_height=”54″][heading header_weight=”hairline” header_align=”center” header_underline=”bordered” scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]Registration[/heading][heading header_type=”h2″ header_weight=”light” margin_bottom=”no-bottom” scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]Where does your registration fee go?[/heading][vc_column_text scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]
This National Forum on Affirming First Nations Rights, Title and Jurisdiction, provides the venue for First Nation leaders to gather to discuss First Nations rights, title and jurisdiction.
Registration fees help to offset the direct costs of organizing the National Forum, including facility rentals, audio/visual equipment, interpretation services, webcasting, registration services, facilitators, meeting kits, translation, signage, and catering.
[/vc_column_text][button type=”link” label=”Register On-line” link=”http://meetings.smudging.ca/afn” animation=”shake” text_font_color=”#ffffff” scroll_animation=”shake”][button type=”link” label=”Registration Form” link=”http://www.afn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Rights_Group_Form_ENG.pdf” animation=”shake” text_font_color=”#ffffff” scroll_animation=”shake”][button type=”link” label=”Group Registration Form” link=”http://www.afn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Rights_Group_Reg_Form_NEW.pdf” animation=”shake” text_font_color=”#ffffff” scroll_animation=”shake”][heading header_type=”h2″ header_weight=”light” margin_bottom=”no-bottom” scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]Registration Process[/heading][vc_column_text scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]Photo identification will be requested at registration for Chiefs and Proxies.
All participants and groups are encouraged to pre-register and pre-pay. There will be separate line-ups at the event for those who pre-register and pre-pay in advance of the National Forum.
Register ONLINE at afn.ca. You will receive a confirmation email. VISA, MasterCard and American Express accepted
Complete the registration form included in this notice and FAX it to Angie Turner at 613-241-5808.
Complete the registration form and MAIL it to Angie Turner, Assembly of First Nations, 55 Metcalfe Street, Suite 1600, Ottawa, ON K1P 6L5.
Registration forms and payment must be received by September 7, 2018 to ensure processing prior to the National Forum. After this date, please register on-site with your payment.
Please note that registration fees are non-refundable after September 7, 2018. An administration fee of $50 will apply for all cancellations prior to September 7, 2017.
Onsite pre-registration will be held on Monday, September 10, 2018 from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Hilton Lac Leamy Hotel. For planning purposes and to avoid line-ups, all delegates are encouraged to pick up badges and USBs on September 10, 2018.[/vc_column_text][heading header_type=”h2″ header_weight=”light” margin_bottom=”no-bottom” scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]Fees[/heading][vc_column_text scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]
Chief/Proxy (Proxy letter required): $350.00
First Nation Citizen: $350.00
Observer and Non-Government Organization: $600.00
Other Governments: $600.00
Senior Citizen (age 65 and older): $50.00
Students (valid student card required): $50.00
Veterans: Complimentary
Elders: Complimentary
[/vc_column_text][divider background_colour=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row swatch=”swatch-black” id=”accomodations” overlay_opacity=”0.6″ background_image=”31429″ background_position_vertical=”9″][vc_column 0=””][divider background_colour=”” sm_height=”34″ md_height=”44″ lg_height=”54″][heading header_align=”center” header_underline=”bordered” scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]Accommodations[/heading][vc_column_text margin_bottom=”no-bottom” scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft”]The AFN has blocked hotel guestrooms at the following Gatineau hotels:
• The Hilton Lac Leamy
• Ramada Hotel
• Sheraton Four Points
• Best Western
• Crown Plaza
For all hotel reservations, please indicate that you are with the Assembly of First Nations’ National Forum on Affirming First Nations Rights, Title and Jurisdiction and utilize the conference code indicated for each hotel. Delegates are encouraged to make hotel reservations by the noted date to ensure accommodations are available at the price listed.
*Please note, when making your hotel guestroom reservations there will be a one-night non-refundable charge.
All expenses with respect to attending the AFN National Forum including guestroom arrangements are the responsibility of the guest/group to cover and clear upon departure.
[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft” width=”1/1″][heading sub_header=”3 Boulevard du Casino, Gatineau-Ottawa QC J8Y 6X4″ header_type=”h2″ header_weight=”hairline” margin_bottom=”no-bottom”]Hilton Lac Leamy[/heading][vc_column_text margin_top=”no-top”]Reservations: 1-866-488-7888
Website: https://secure3.hilton.com/en_US/hi/reservation/book.htm?inputModule=HOTEL&ctyhocn=YOWOVHF&spec_plan=ADM&arrival=20180910&departure=20180912&cid=OM,WW,HILTONLINK,EN,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT
Room Rate: $239.00 + tax/night
Cut-off Date: August 31, 2018
Booking Code: ADM
This Gatineau-Ottawa hotel is situated on the shores of Leamy Lake. Hilton Lac-Leamy is interconnected to the spectacular Casino du Lac-Leamy and is only five minutes from downtown Ottawa, the nation’s capital. Our renovated hotel offers 349 rooms with exceptional lake views, complimentary WiFi and amenities for a relaxing stay. Choose from one of our 5 restaurants, swim in our indoor or outdoor heated pools or spend a day at the spa. Host a conference in the 1,100-seat theatre or an unforgettable wedding in the grand ballroom.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft” width=”1/1″][heading sub_header=”75 Rue d’Edmonton, Gatineau QC J8Y 6W9 ” header_type=”h2″ header_weight=”hairline” margin_bottom=”no-bottom”]Ramada Plaza Manoir Du Casino[/heading][vc_column_text 0=””]
Reservations: 1-800-296-9045
Website: www.ramadaplaza-gatineau.com
Room Rate: 2 Queen Beds/1King Bed $165.00 + tax or Suites $215.00 + tax
Cut-off Date: August 29, 2018
Booking Code: CGA781
Exceed the expectations of our customers in a caring environment, coupled with excellent value for money. Ramada Plaza, a 174-room, 4-star hotel, winner of the Prix d’Excellence, located in Gatineau, opposite the Lac Leamy Casino.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner extra_classes=”hide”][vc_column_inner scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft” width=”1/1″][heading sub_header=”35 Rue Laurier, Gatineau QC J8X 4E9″ header_type=”h2″ header_weight=”hairline” margin_bottom=”no-bottom”]Sheraton Four Points[/heading][vc_column_text 0=””]Reservations: 1-888-627-8089
Website:www.fourpoints.com/Gatineau
Room Rate:$169.00 + tax/night
Cut-Off Date: August 24, 2018
Booking Code: Assembly of First Nations
Four Points by Sheraton Hotel & Conference Centre Gatineau-Ottawa is centrally located in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. Guests can experience the unique French culture on the Quebec side of the Ottawa River while taking in all that the National Capital Region has to offer. Located right across from the Canadian Museum of History, beside the Palais des Congrès, and Gatineau’s Maison du Citoyen, the hotel and conference centre has a beautiful view of Parliament Hill and is only a five-minute drive to downtown Ottawa and the ByWard Market.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft” width=”1/1″][heading sub_header=”131 rue Laurier, Gatineau QC, J8X 3W3″ header_type=”h2″ header_weight=”hairline” margin_bottom=”no-bottom”]Best Western[/heading][vc_column_text 0=””]Reservation site: https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.67015.html?groupId=4T3TX1V6
Telephone: 1-800-265-8550
Room Rate: $145.00 + tax/night
Cut-Off Date: August 24, 2018
Booking Code: 6547
A premier Gatineau hotel, the Best Western PLUS Gatineau-Ottawa Hotel and Conference Centre is Gatineau’s only waterfront hotel offering spectacular views the Ottawa River, Parliament Hill and other famous landmarks in Ottawa. Best Western Plus Gatineau Hotel features a prime location less than 1 km from downtown Ottawa Conference facilities and onsite catering to accommodate groups from 10 to 270 people. This Gatineau hotel offers 133 non-smoking rooms and suites just steps away from major Gatineau attractions and things to do in Ottawa including the Canadian Museum of History, Jacques Cartier Park, and the National Gallery of Canada.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft” width=”1/1″][heading sub_header=”2 Montcalm Street, Gatineau, QC J8X 4B4″ header_type=”h2″ header_weight=”hairline” margin_bottom=”no-bottom”]Crown Plaza[/heading][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft”]Reservation site: https://www.crowneplaza.com/redirect?path=hd&brandCode=CP&localeCode=en®ionCode=1&hotelCode=YOWCP&PMID=99801505&GPC=AFN&viewfullsite=true
Or: [email protected]
Telephone: 1-800-567-1962or 819-778-3880
Room Rate: $159.00 + tax/night
Cut-Off Date: August 24, 2018
Booking Code: First Nations National Forum AFN
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Flight Centre
If you do not have a preferred travel agent and require assistance making your travel arrangements to the AFN SCA, please contact Tyler Brennan at Flight Centre Business Travel.
Tyler Brennan, Assistant Manager
Flight Centre Business Travel – Glebe
763 Bank Street – Room B
Ottawa, ON K1S 3V3
Telephone: 613-321-0120
Toll-free: 1-877-565-5295
Fax: 613-321-0426
E-mail: [email protected]
AIR CANADA
Air Canada is pleased to offer a discount for travel to and from the AFN National Forum. Visit www.aircanada.com and enter promotion code YXP3XXD1 in the search panel.
The discount applies for bookings to the following city: Ottawa (ON)
The discount applies for the travel period beginning Friday, August 17, 2018 and ending on Sunday, September 9, 2018.
No discount will apply to Tango bookings for travel within Canada.
WESTJET
WestJet is pleased to offer a 10% discount on applicable fares by using promo code I80DC35 and when booking online. The discount is valid across WestJet’s extensive network for flights in to and out of Ottawa, ON.
Visit www.westjet.com/convention-discount to book reservations using the discount code. Travel agents may visit www.westjet.com/agentweblink to book.
Both the promo code and coupon code must be entered at the time of booking – on the first step of a reservation using the Book a flight widget on westjet.com.
Both the promo code must be entered at the time of booking – on the first step of a reservation using the Book a flight widget on westjet.com.
The 10% discount applies to all fare products, Econo, Flex and Plus on WestJet’s entire flight network.
The percentage-based discount is applied to the base fare only. Taxes, fees and charges are extra.
The discount applies to the following travel period: begins August 17, 2018 and ends September 9, 2018. The discount only applies to flights marketed and operated wholly by WestJet, and is not applicable when travelling with our code-share, interline or other airline partners.
[/vc_column_text][divider background_colour=”” sm_height=”34″ md_height=”44″ lg_height=”54″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row swatch=”swatch-black” id=”resources” overlay_opacity=”0.7″ background_image=”29477″ background_position_vertical=”9″][vc_column][divider background_colour=”” sm_height=”34″ md_height=”44″ lg_height=”54″][heading header_align=”center” header_underline=”bordered” scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]Resources[/heading][vc_column_text scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft”]Resolutions
39/2018 First Nations Determination of the Path to Decolonization
08/2018 Implementing Canada’s Recognition and Implementation of Indigenous Rights Framework and clarifying the role of the AFN
128/2016 UN Declaration Legislative Framework and Interpretation of Canadian Laws
37/2016 Establishing a Crown First Nations Process on Land, People and Governance
13/2016 Calling for a National Reconciliation Process and Implementing RCAP
12/2016 Moving Beyond Federal Legislation to Establish a Nation to Nation Relationship
38/2015 Canada’s Obligation to Develop a National Action Plan for Implementation of the UN Declaration
Background Materials
Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery
Introduction to the UN Declaration
Implementing the UN Declaration
UN Declaration Factsheet
FPIC Factsheet
Academic Papers
Challenging Historical Frameworks: Aboriginal Rights, The Trickster, and Originalism, John Borrows
Implementing Indigenous Self-Determination through Legislation in Canada, John Borrows
Self-Determination and Territorial Integrity, Paul Joffe
Canada’s Proposal
Overview of a Recognition and Implementation of Indigenous Rights Framework
Engagement Document: Working Together to Create the Foundation for the Federal Recognition and Implementation of the Inherent and Treaty Rights of Indigenous Peoples in Canada
What We Heard So Far: National Engagement with Indigenous Peoples on the Recognition and Implementation of Indigenous Rights
Principles Respecting the Government of Canada’s Relationship with Indigenous Peoples
Bill C-262
[/vc_column_text][heading header_align=”center” header_underline=”bordered” scroll_animation=”fadeInUp”]Participant Kit[/heading][vc_column_text scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft”]
Affirming First Nations Rights, Title and Jurisdiction
Issues Summary
The Royal Commission on Aboriginal Peoples – Highlights from Volume 2 Restructuring the Relationship
Growing Significance of International Human Rights Law
Dave Nahwegahbow Presentation Outline- Affirming Treaty Rights and Inherent Rights, Title and Jurisdiction
AIAI Presentation- Jurisdictional Relationship (PowerPoint)
Discussion Paper, Yukon Region
Louise Mandell Presentation- Recognition Legislation Framework
Louise Mandell- Drafting Instructions
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Joyce McDougall
Telephone: (613) 241-6789
Ext. 199
Fax: (613) 241-5808
E-mail: [email protected][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner align=”left” scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft” width=”1/3″][vc_column_text scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft”]Forum Registration Information
Angie Turner
Telephone: (613) 241-6789
Ext. 296
Fax: (613) 241-5808
E-mail: [email protected][/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner scroll_animation=”fadeInRight” width=”1/3″][vc_column_text scroll_animation=”fadeInLeft”]General Inquiries
Arronessa Fraser
Telephone: (613) 241-6789
Fax: (613) 241-5808
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