First Nations are calling on the next federal government to take concrete action in the following areas:

• Economic Reconciliation – A respectful economic partnership is essential to drive mutual prosperity for Canada and First Nations, which starts with making sure First Nations voices are at the table of national discussions.
• Completing the Calls and Honouring Promises – Fulfill commitments to implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action, the UN Declaration Act, and the Calls for Justice from the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.
• Well-being of First Nations Children, Families, and Future Generations – Protect First Nations children and families by reforming Canada’s discriminatory child welfare system, investing in education, and combating the crisis of mental health and addictions.
• Community Safety and Security – Recognize First Nations policing as an essential service through legislation, eliminating discrimination in the justice system, and ensure First Nations—who are on the frontlines of climate change—receive equal protection during natural disasters, wildfires, and severe weather events.

First Nations and all Canadians will benefit if the next federal government takes meaningful action in these areas. It should be noted that the highlighted priorities are not exhaustive of the concerns and objectives of First Nations, which are regularly communicated by First Nations directly. The AFN will continue to urge all Canadians to hold their leaders and governments accountable for taking the necessary steps to end ongoing injustices faced by First Nations and build a better future for everyone.

• Community Leader Handbook – A resource for First Nations electors with information on when, where, and how to register and vote in a federal election.
• Elections Canada – Guide to Registering and Voting in a Federal Election – A step-by-step guide covering everything you need to know about voter registration and the voting process in a federal election.
• Elections Canada – Ways to Vote – A resource to learn about the different ways you can cast your ballot in a federal election.
• Elections Canada – Voter Identification – Elections Canada provides voter information in English, French, and various First Nations languages.