- Assembly of First Nations National Chief Congratulates Ghislain Picard on Re-Election as Regional Chief of Quebec and Labrador
- National Chief Atleo and AFN pleased that Supreme Court of Canada grants leave to hear the Tsilhqot’in Nation’s Claim, Compels action by Government to avoid legal disputes
- Assembly of First Nations Supports Declaration, Women’s Council Honours Leadership of Chief Theresa Spence
Highlights from the National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo
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Communiqué from National Chief Shawn Atleo - January 7, 2013
Further to the January 4, 2013 agreement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper to meet with a delegation of First Nation leaders in Ottawa on January… read more
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Letter to all First Nations - December 29, 2012
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Letter to all First Nations - December 19, 2012
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
Bill C-38
Bill C-45
- National Chief's letter on Bill C-45 (Nov. 21, 2012)
- External link: http://mikmaqrights.com/page.asp?ID=661
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
The Iroquois Caucus signed a Statement of Partnership with the Assembly of First Nations during the Special Chiefs Assembly on Dec. 4, 2012
