Highlights from the National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo

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  • Communiqué - January 16, 2013

    The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is pleased to offer this update regarding recent discussions, strategy sessions, meetings and developments regarding the First Nation-Crown relationship,… read more

  • Message from the National Chief - January 14, 2013

    First Nations citizens have just witnessed one of the most important chapters in our recent history. Through the pressure of the grassroots, the sacrifices made… read more

  • National Chief’s letter to the Prime Minister – Jan. 11, 2013

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Parliamentary Relations

Following the AFN Charter and as directed by Chiefs-in-Assembly, the AFN actively engages with Parliamentarians to advocate and advance the aspirations of First Nations. In addition, the AFN monitors and directly engages on legislation which could have impacts on First Nations rights and interests. When Parliament is in session, we provide weekly summaries of activities in the House of Commons, the Senate, and committee business.

Please go here for additional information and analysis on legislation and presentations to committees.

Parliamentary Wrap Up - February 4 - 8, 2013

Federal Omnibus Legislation: Bill C-38: Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act & Bill C-45: Jobs and Growth Act, 2012

Omnibus Bills Chronology

Bill C-38

Bill C-45

 

Submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance
on Bill C-38: Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act
June 1, 2012

  • Subcommittee on Bill C-38 (Part III) of the Standing Committee on Finance

The Iroquois Caucus signed a Statement of Partnership with the Assembly of First Nations during the Special Chiefs Assembly on Dec. 4, 2012

Assembly of First Nations