About the Event The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Annual General Assembly (AGA)
Register NowThe Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Annual General Assembly (AGA) will be held in-person only on July 9–11, 2024 at the Palais des Congrès, on the traditional territory of the Kanien’kehá:ka Nation, in Montreal, Quebec (QC). Dialogue sessions will be conducted on July 8, 2024. The theme of the 2024 AFN AGA is “Strengthening Our Relations.”
The AGA will be held at the Palais des Congrès located at 159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest, Montréal, QC, H2Z 1H2.
How to Attend Find out how to register, how to get there, and where to stay.
Registration
Pre-registration Bonus
All Assembly delegates who participate in pre-registration on or before Monday, July 8, 2024, will be entered into a pre-registration bonus draw.
Register today and avoid the lineups!
Where does your registration fee go?
Registration fees help to offset the direct costs of organizing Chiefs Assemblies, including facility rentals, audio/visual equipment, interpretation services, webcasting, registration services, facilitators, translation, signage, Elder honorarium, and drum groups.
Registration Process
Photo identification will be requested at registration for Chiefs/Proxies and students.
All participants and groups are encouraged to pre-register and pre-pay, even if your registration is complimentary. There will be separate line-ups at the event for those who pre-register and pre-pay in advance of the Assembly.
- Register ONLINE. You will receive a confirmation email once registered. VISA, MasterCard and American Express accepted.
- Complete the registration form included in this notice and FAX it to Tash Cote at 613-241-5808 or by email to [email protected].
Registration forms and payment must be received before entry into the Assembly. You may also register on-site with your payment.
You may also register and pay on-site. Please note that registration fees are non-refundable after June 28, 2024. An administration fee of $50 will apply for all cancellations prior to June 28, 2024.
Pre-registration will be held on Monday, July 8, 2024, from 12:00pm – 6:00pm at the Palais des Congrès. To avoid line-ups, all delegates are encouraged to pick up badges at this time.
Fees
- Chief/Proxy (Proxy letter required): Complimentary
- First Nations Citizen/Organization, Band Councillor, Grand Chief: $450.00
- Observer and Non-Government Organization: $800.00
- Other Governments: $800.00
- Senior Citizen (age 65 and older): $50.00
- Students (valid student card required): $50.00
- Veterans: Complimentary
- Elders: Complimentary
- Accredited Media: Complimentary
Hotel accommodations
The AFN has reserved a block of guestrooms at the hotels listed below. When booking, please reference the name of the event to ensure you receive the best rate: 2024 AFN Annual General Assembly.
1. Sheraton Hotel
1201 Rene-Levesque Blvd. West, Montreal, QC, H3B 2L7
1-800-325-3535
Rate: $245/night for single occupancy
Booking Link: https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1711470725759&key=GRP
Cut-Off Date: June 6, 2024
2. Intercontinental Montreal
360, St-Antoine West, Montreal, Quebec, H2Y 3X4
514-987-9900 or toll free 1-877-660-8550
Rate: $309/night, Suites $649/night
Booking Link: https://book.passkey.com/go/2024AFN
Cut-Off Date: June 4, 2024
3. Monville Hotel
1041 rue de bleury, Montréal, QC, H2Z1M7
514-379-2005
Rate: $259/night
Booking Link: https://www.hotelmonville.com/en/
Group code: AFN0724
Cut-Off Date: June 6, 2024
4. DoubleTree by Hilton
1255 Jeanne-Mance Street, Montreal, QC, H5B 1E5
Rate: $315/night
1-800-361-8234
Booking Link: https://www.hilton.com/en/AFN_July_2024
Cut-Off Date: June 6, 2024
5. Delta Montreal
475 Kennedy Avenue, Montreal, QC, H3A 1J7
1-800-268-1133
Rate: $239/night
Booking Link: https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1708109762320&key=GRP
Cut-Off Date: June 7, 2024
6. Westin Montreal
270 Saint-Antoine West, Montreal, QC, H2Y 0A3
1-866-837-4262.
Rate: $289/night
Booking Link: https://link.edgepilot.com/s/9c433edf/JvIL9RzFA0qetZdgk1GkDQ?u=https://www.marriott.com/events/start.mi?id=1714593271868%26key=GRP
Cut-Off Date: June 4, 2024
For all hotel reservations, please indicate that you are with the AFN Annual General Assembly. Delegates are encouraged to make hotel reservations by the noted cut-off date to ensure accommodation is available at the price listed as anything booked after the deadline will be at full price.
All expenses (travel, meals, guestrooms) with respect to attending the AFN AGA are the responsibility of the guest/group to cover and clear upon departure.
Travel
Indigeno Travel is the preferred travel agency of the AFN. Indigeno Travel is Indigenous-owned, and its service comes complete with conference discounts, 24/7 emergency service for unforeseen flight changes, and a dedicated agent for personalized service. Please contact Indigeno, toll-free at 1.800.267.8973, or by email at [email protected] to make your flight arrangements. To assist you better you can complete this form and someone will contact you https://form.jotform.com/221025201772038 .
Air Canada
Promotion Code: QC93BMY1
Applicable Rules
- The booking is to be made to the following city: Montreal, YUL (CA)
- The travel period begins Monday, July 01, 2024 and ends Thursday, July 18, 2024.
- Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.
- For North America’ 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. For International Travel’ 10% on standard fares & higher.
However, all bookings made using the promotion code will count toward the minimum 10 passenger requirement for Meetings and Conventions events.
WestJet
Applicable Rules
- The booking is to be made to the following city: Montreal
- The travel period begins: 7/1/2024
- The travel period ends: 7/18/2024
Coupon Code: Guest web/Travel Agent web: 8D2N4PN
Promo Code: Travel Agent GDS only: YBK70
VIA Rail
Conference code: 15586
Resolutions
Draft Resolutions:
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- Draft Resolutions
- DR 04-2024 Executive Committee Regional Chiefs – Financial Security and Charter Protection
- DR 01-2024 Addressing National Chief Election Voting Deadlocks
- DR 02-2024 Clarifying Rules and Procedures for Establishing Quorum at AFN Assemblies
- DR 03-2024 Amendment to Charter Re: Establishment of an Accessibility and Disability Council as a Recognized “Principal Organ” Under Article 5 of AFN Charter
- DR 02-2024 Clarifying Rules and Procedures for Establishing Quorum at AFN Assemblies
- 24-05-10 A CEO Letter to Chiefs re 60 days notice for Proposed Amendments to the Charter
AFN Circle of Trade Show
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Circle of Trade will be taking place during the AFN Annual General Assembly (AGA), on July 9-11, 2024, at the Palais des congrès de Montreal (Montreal Convention Centre). This networking opportunity promotes collaborative opportunities among First Nations businesses, organizations, and AFN Annual General Assembly attendees who can discover new products and hear directly from organizational and industry experts.
The AFN Circle of Trade will feature over 25 artisan booths, as well as numerous First Nations services and industry professionals.
AFN Circle of Trade Venue:
Palais des congrès de Montreal Convention Hall Level 159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest, 9e étage Montréal QC, H2Z 1H2
AFN Circle of Trade Hours:
Tuesday, July 9 and Wednesday, July 10, 2024 – 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 11, 2024 – 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Attendees are advised to manage their time accordingly. No exceptions.
AFN Circle of Trade – Special Events
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is pleased to host celebrity Chef Chuck Hughes during the AGA Circle of Trade. Join us on July 10, 2024, for a opportunity to meet Chef Chuck Hughes at an autograph meet and greet session. Samples of Fairmont Bagels and Schwartz’s Deli smoked meat will also be available.
- July 9, 2024 (morning): Montreal Bagel Samples
- July 10, 2024 (afternoon): Schwartz’s Deli Smoked Meat Samples
- July 10, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Chuck Hughes Meet and Greet
Premium
| Abenaki Associates | |
| AFN Insurance Brokers |  |
| Assemblée des Premières Nations Québec-Labrador | |
| Canadian Operating Engineers Joint Apprenticeship and Training (COEJATC) |  |
| CINUP |  |
| CN |  |
| Dixon Mitchell Investment Counsel Inc. |  |
| Fiera Capital | |
| Financement Habitation Yanonhchia’ (Yanonhchia’) |  |
| First Nations Bank of Canada | |
| First Nations Children and Family Caring Society of Canada (Logo) |  |
| First Nations Education Foundation | |
| First Nations Finance Authority |  |
| First Nations Financial Management Board | |
| First Nations Market Housing Fund (FNMHF) | |
| First Nations Tax Commission |  |
| First Nations Veterans Council/ Veteran Affairs Canada | |
| Indspire |  |
| JFK Law LLP |  |
| LIUNA | |
| Marriott International |  |
| Mercer Global Investments Canada Ltd |  |
| Michels Canada |  |
| PCL/ED a Joint Venture, Centre Block Rehabilitation |  |
| Pipeline Contractors Association of Canada | |
| RedMane Technology Canada Inc. |  |
| Societe d’epargne des autochtones du Canada (SEDAC) |  |
| The Assembly of First Nations Health Sector | |
| Tourism Richmond |
Standard
| AFOA Canada | |
| Animikii Inc. | |
| Assembly of First Nations Justice Sector | |
| BDO Canada LLP | |
| Boreala Management | |
| Canada Energy Regulator | |
| Chelsea Hotel Toronto | |
| CONSEIL SCOLAIRE DES PREMIERES NATIONS EN ÉDUCATION DES ADULTES | |
| Day Scholars Revitalization Society / Four Pillars Society | |
| Dreamcatcher Promotions | |
| Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) | |
| FEHNCY project, University of Ottawa | |
| First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement | |
| First Nations Housing Professionals Association | |
| First Nations Information Governance Centre | |
| First Peoples Law LLP | |
| Future Generations Foundation | |
| Hilton | |
| Indigenous Financial Solutions | |
| Johanne Aubin Design | |
| Leith Wheeler Investment Counsel | |
| Miniere O3 | |
| National Council of Indigenous Midwives (NCIM) | |
| National Indigenous Fire Safety Council | |
| Nations Royalty Corp. | |
| Nibi Environmental Technologies | |
| Nuclear Waste Management Organization | |
| Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation | |
| RBA Groupe Financier | |
| Rezolve Strategies | |
| Statistics Canada | |
| Steelbuilt Corp. | |
| Surveyor General Branch – Natural Resources Canada | |
| The Firelight Group | |
| THUNDERBIRD PARTNERSHIP FOUNDATION | |
| Translation Bureau – PSPC | |
| Tru-North Supply |
Artisan
| Boogzees | |
| Bruno Henry | |
| Cree Crafts | |
| Dreamcatcher Promotions | |
| Ethengaye Yu’Chu asiye | |
| Handmade by Evelyn Turner | |
| Herbal Lodge | |
| Ironstar Co | |
| James Bay Cree Arts & Crafts | |
| Kokom Scrunchies | |
| Kokumoon | |
| Little Bear Trading | |
| Moonstone Creation | |
| Native Souls and Crafts | |
| Niawen Skincare | |
| Niawen Wellness Biohaking Spa | |
| Rombough Creations | |
| Sunheart Rises Designs | |
| Swirling Wind | |
| Tammy Beauvais Designs | |
| Teekca’s Boutique | |
| Totem Design House | |
| Tracey Metallic Designs | |
| Turtle Island Arts & Crafts | |
| Twin Flames | |
| Wolf Pack Apparel Ltd. | |
| Wolf Tracks | |
| Yawinonh |
Additional Information:
Registration for the Circle of Trade does not include registration for the AFN AGA. Please register separately if you require an AFN AGA registration meeting pass. The Circle of Trade is open to all AFN AGA delegates. For more information, please visit the AFN website: www.afn.ca.
AFN 33rd Annual Golf Tournament
It is with great excitement that we welcome you back to the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Annual Golf Fundraiser Tournament! The tournament is scheduled to take place Monday, July 8, 2024, at the Kanawaki Golf Club in Kahnawake, Quebec, and promises to be another fabulous success. Companies, businesses, and individuals are invited to sponsor segments of the event in return for great exposure.
The AFN Golf Tournament will take place on Monday, July 8, 2024, starting at 8:00am EDT. Please contact Dennis Borynec at [email protected] for information or keep an eye on AFN’s website.
Social and Cultural Events
The Assembly of First Nations of Quebec and Labrador (AFNQL) is proud to be hosting the 45th AFN AGA on the traditional territory of the Kanien’kehá:ka Nation, in Montreal, Quebec. The AFNQL is planning exciting social and cultural events for the AGA. More details will be provided as these events are confirmed.
Documents
Sponsors
If you are interested in being a sponsor of one of our events at the AGA, please contact [email protected].
Sponsor Acknowledgements/
Remerciements aux commanditaires
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AGA Information
Please visit the AFN website at www.afn.ca or contact the following individuals for more information:
AGA Registration Information:
E-mail: [email protected]
AGA Circle of Trade Show:
E-mail: [email protected]
AGA Sponsorship:
E-mail: [email protected]
Accessibility (Disability):
E-mail: [email protected]
AGA Golf Tournament:
E-mail: [email protected]
AGA Coordination:
Khamarie Desjarlais
Email: [email protected]
Regina Toulouse
Email: [email protected]
Accessibility (Disability)
The AFN is committed to ensuring that all attendees can participate fully and equally. For accessibility support or to request services such as American Sign Language interpretation, interpretation Langue des Signes Québécoise, reserved seating for those who use mobility devices, access to a quiet room for those with sensory processing disabilities, and other services, please contact [email protected] by May 24, 2024.
Documents 45th Annual General Assembly Documents
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