Important Information on Northwestern Ontario Evacuees
The Canadian Red Cross (Ottawa Branch) has set up a Central Registration & Inquiry Bureau (CRIB) to serve the residents of evacuated communities in northwestern Ontario.
AFN Supports Calls for Action and Effective Emergency Response to Fires in Northwestern Ontario
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo and AFN Ontario Regional Chief Angus Toulouse support the calls for immediate mobilization of resources by all levels of government for the safe evacuation of First Nation communities impacted by forest fires in northwestern Ontario, adding that capacity needs at the community level must be addressed to deal with immediate and long-term emergency response needs.
AFN Congratulates NDNCYCLE Participants in Cross-country Ride to Raise Awareness of Diabetes Among First Nations
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo congratulates Daren Corbiere from Wikwemikong First Nation, along five other participants, who are riding cross-Canada to raise awareness about the First Nations Diabetes epidemic in Canada and promote an active and healthy lifestyle
AFN Responds to the National Assessment of First Nation Water and Wastewater System Report
Following today’s release of the National Assessment of First Nation Water and Water Systems report, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo repeated his call for federal government to work urgently with First Nations on a concrete action plan that will deliver safe drinking water and improved waste water systems to First Nation citizens.
First Nations from Across Canada to Gather in Moncton, NB for Assembly of First Nations Annual General Assembly
First Nations from across Canada will gather July 12 – 14 in Moncton, New Brunswick for the 32nd Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Annual General Assembly. Under the theme “The Spirit of Peace and Friendship”, hundreds of First Nation Chiefs, youth, Elders, dignitaries and citizens from across the country will meet to engage on strategy and action to address the priorities facing First Nation citizens and communities.
AFN National Chief Mourns Passing of Gordon Tootoosis
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo commented on the passing of Gordon Tootoosis, Cree actor and activist from Poundmaker First Nation in Saskatchewan who passed away today. The National Chief stated:
“Today, First Nations and Canadians across the country mourn the passing of Gordon Tootoosis, a Cree and Canadian cultural icon. On behalf of the Assembly of First Nations, the AFN Executive and First Nations across the country, I want to extend our sincere condolences to the Tootoosis family, his wife Irene and their children and grandchildren, and his friends and community.
AFN Opens International Indigenous Summit on Energy and Mining: Hundreds of Delegates from Around the World Gather in Niagara Falls, Ontario
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today opened a major gathering in Niagara Falls, Ontario to examine the current and potential role of Indigenous peoples in the energy and mining sectors, including the burgeoning clean energy sector.
Minister Duncan and National Chief Atleo Launch Engagement Process for First Nation Elementary and Secondary Education
The Honourable John Duncan, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development, and Shawn Atleo, National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations, today officially launched an engagement process to explore solutions that will improve First Nation elementary and secondary education on reserve.
Assembly of First Nations celebrates National Aboriginal Day
On behalf of the Assembly of First Nations and the AFN Executive, today we pay tribute to all Indigenous peoples and cultures in Canada. By celebrating First Nation, Métis and Inuit peoples, cultures and traditions, National Aboriginal Day brings hope and opportunity for a new relationship between the Indigenous Peoples of this country and the rest of Canadians.
