Assembly of First Nations Congratulates “Sagkeeng’s Finest” Inspiring First Nations and all Canadians to Follow Dreams
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today offered congratulations to “Sagkeeng’s Finest” on winning the first season of Canada’s Got Talent.
AFN National Chief Statement on Presence in Gitxsan Territories
(Hazelton, BC) - Today, National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo, responding to an invitation from Hereditary Chiefs, released the following statement from Gitxsan territories where meetings are underway.
Technical Bulletin: Update on Bill C-38: Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act
Technical Bulletin: Update on Bill C-38: Jobs, Growth and Long-term Prosperity Act
AFN Emphasizes Importance of Collaborative Approach of National Mental Health Strategy
(Ottawa, ON) – During Mental Health Week in Canada, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo expressed support for the National Mental Health Strategy announced today in Ottawa by the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC).
Our Dreams Matter Too
On June 11, 2012 Give First Nations children the same chance to grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy, and proud of their cultures.
Joint Statement on the “Doctrine of Discovery”
Joint Statement of the Assembly of First Nations, Chiefs of Ontario, Grand Council of the Crees (Eeyou Istchee), Amnesty International, Canadian Friends Service Committee (Quakers),
KAIROS: Canadian Ecumenical Justice Initiatives
AFN National Chief Presents Joint Statement to the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues: Speaking to the Issue of the Doctrine of Discovery
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo presented a joint statement yesterday on behalf of other organizations at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII). The statement focused on the rights and survival of indigenous peoples around the world through eradication of racist doctrines such as “discovery” and implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).
Assembly of First Nations Continues to Advocate to Protect Interests of IRS Students, BC Supreme Court hearings continue this week
As part of the Assembly of First Nations’ advocacy for the protection of rights and interests of all former Indian residential school students, AFN National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today expressed continued support to the Blood Tribe, and all former students impacted by the Blott & Company and Associates investigation, further urging that compensation is delivered fairly and efficiently as outlined in the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement (IRSSA).