- Assembly of First Nations National Chief Commends Innovative Economic Development Plans and Partnerships in Mi’gmaq Territory
- Assembly of First Nations Congratulates Winning Teams and All Participants in the 2013 National Aboriginal Hockey Championships held in Kahnawake
- Assembly of First Nations National Chief Frustrated By Federal Appeal of Beadle Case, Neglect for Jordan’s Principle
Highlights from the National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo
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Communiqué from National Chief Shawn Atleo - March 28, 2013
On March 21, 2013 the latest federal budget was announced. read more
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A Communiqué from AFN National Executive Committee - February 28, 2013
The Assembly of First Nations National Executive read more
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Communiqué - January 16, 2013
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is pleased to offer read more
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 - April 29 - May 3, 2013
Submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance
on Bill C-38: Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act
June 1, 2012
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
National Chief Shawn Atleo visited the Otter Nelson River School in Cross Lake, Manitoba on May 6, 2013. The school submitted one of the winning entries in the AFN Student Video contest on First Nation education.
