Communiqué from National Chief Shawn Atleo - November 2012
Together with families of missing and murdered Indigenous women, the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) and other supporters, I and members of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) national executive stood to honour missing and murdered Indigenous women at a Sisters In Spirit Vigil in Ottawa on October 4, 2012. As you know, this past July, AFN Chiefs-in-Assembly declared October 4 a national day of remembrance of those impacted by and lost to violence. At the same time, we reiterated calls for a National Public Commission of Inquiry on ending violence against Indigenous women and girls, specifically calling for urgent action by governments and all Canadians to end violence.
Assembly of First Nations Encourages Sharing of Successful Healthy Living and Physical Fitness Plans
In recognition of World Diabetes Day, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo encourages Indigenous peoples across Canada to join the growing IndigenACTION movement and to share their ideas for community-based physical fitness through Just Move It Canada.
Assembly of First Nations Mourns the Loss of Treaty Rights Champion, Jim Sinclair
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo issued the following statement today on the passing of Jim Sinclair, born in Punnichy (SK), died at the age of 79 years old following a courageous battle against cancer.
AFN Honours First Nation Veterans on Remembrance Day
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo and Veteran Eldon Bernard of the Tobique First Nation will mark Remembrance Day by laying wreaths in honour of Canada’s First Nations veterans.
Assembly of First Nations Supports Tools and Skills Building for Financial Literacy
During Financial Literacy Month, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo expressed support for continued skills building and capacity development for First Nations in business and financial management.
Assembly of First Nations Commends Fundraising Efforts Promoting Sport and Opportunities for First Nations Youth
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today commended the efforts of former National Hockey League player and coach John Chabot’s First Assist Charity in supporting and promoting sport and other opportunities for First Nations young people.
Assembly of First Nations Reiterates Support for Matawa Chiefs while attending Back to Our Roots Gathering III; Free Prior and Informed Consent Required
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo was in Neskantaga First Nation today, along with AFN Ontario Regional Chief Stan Beardy and Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief Harvey Yesno for the Matawa First Nations Back to Our Roots Gathering III. The Gathering is the third of its kind, bringing together Matawa Chiefs, Elders, and front line health workers to address prescription drug abuse and misuse in the community, which has increased as a result of increased development, exclusion from resource extraction, and existing third world conditions in the north. This year’s gathering is focused on showcasing successful community-based programs and initiatives focused on recovery and aftercare.
