AFN Releases Final Report from MMIWG2S+ National Gathering
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AFN Releases Final Report from MMIWG2S+ National Gathering
(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,…
The Assembly of First Nations and the Government of Canada announce updates to school design standards for schools on-reserve
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…
AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald’s Statement Marking National Indigenous History Month
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…
22nd Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII)
Summary: The AFN sent a delegation to the 22nd Session of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII) held in New York, USA, April 17 to 28, 2023. The thematic focus of this year’s Permanent Forum was “Indigenous…
AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald Calls for Support for Communities Affected by Wildfires in British Columbia and Alberta
Ottawa, ON — Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief RoseAnne Archibald is calling for increased support for First Nations as wildfires continue to sweep through British Columbia and Alberta. “I’m devastated by the effects these wildfires have had on…
AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald attends coronation of King Charles III
London, UK — Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief RoseAnne Archibald travelled to Westminster Abbey today to attend the Coronation of Canada's new Monarch, His Majesty King Charles III. Also attending were President of Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami Natan Obed…
Media Advisory: AFN National Chief to hold Press Conference highlighting Indigenous priorities in Canada
TIME: 3:00 – 3:30 p.m. ET LOCATION: Press Briefing room located at S-237 in the UN Secretariat National Chief RoseAnne Archibald will be joined by: Joe Alphonse, Chief of Tl'etinqox First Nation Aly Bear, Vice Chief of Federation of Indigenous…
AFN Affirms Support for First Nations’ Assertion of Rights in Treaty 9 Legal Action on Cumulative Impacts
Ottawa, ON – On Tuesday, during its Special Chiefs Assembly, the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) adopted a Resolution in support of litigation launched by Chapleau Cree First Nation, Missanabie Cree First Nation, and Brunswick House First Nation (the Treaty…
Assembly of First Nations and Veterans Affairs Canada strengthen the commitment to supporting First Nations Veterans
Calgary, AB – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) and Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) representatives have signed a joint Letter of Understanding (LOU) formalizing a collaborative approach to supporting First Nations Veterans. First Nations Veterans Chairperson Veteran Percy Joe attended a…
AFN and Caring Society announce revised Final Settlement Agreement to compensate First Nations children and families
(Ottawa, ON) – The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) and the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society (Caring Society) are pleased to announce a revised Final Settlement Agreement (FSA) on compensation valued at over $23 Billion for the approximately…