Fire Prevention Week - October 7- 13, 2012
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) would like to recognize and bring attention to Fire Prevention Week (October 7 to 13, 2012). In recognition of this year’s theme, “HAVE TWO WAYS OUT.©”, the AFN encourages all First Nation citizens to take the time to become aware of fire hazards with a thorough inspection of their homes and businesses and develop a fire escape plan.
Assembly of First Nations Declares National Days of Remembrance and Action to End Violence Against Indigenous Peoples
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today pledged to act to end violence against and among all Indigenous peoples in Canada, and identified two specific dates in October to honour missing and murdered Indigenous women.
Assembly of First Nations Reaffirms First Nations Control of First Nations Education
Following a three day Special Chiefs Assembly on First Nation education, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today expressed the direction of leadership across Canada who reaffirmed a direction forward with the goal of achieving real results for First Nation students.
Assembly of First Nations calls for Stable and Equitable Funding for First Nations Children
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) continues to press for real change for First Nations children in this country. Today, Canadian officials are presenting a report at the United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child regarding policies and measures including their efforts in addressing the gaps between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal children in the fulfillment of their rights to health and education.
Assembly of First Nations Continues Calls for Extension for IAP Application Deadline
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) continues advocacy and legal efforts to extend today’s application deadline to better ensure all eligible former residential school students have adequate time to fill out the applications for the Independent Assessment Process (IAP).
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Supports Call by Coastal First Nations to End Trophy Bear Hunting
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo and Regional Chief Jody Wilson-Raybould, British Columbia strongly support the effort of several First Nations along the North and Central Coast of British Columbia to prohibit trophy bear hunting. First Nations along the coast have joined together and have declared a ban on the trophy bear hunt in their traditional territories.
Assembly of First Nations Recognizes World Suicide Prevention Day
Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo expressed support for community-based suicide prevention plans, including programs, initiatives and opportunities that empower and promote healthy living and education among First Nations youth.
Assembly of First Nations Opposes Job Losses and Cuts to First Nation Organizations
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today expressed strong opposition to federal funding cuts to First Nation organizations, urging the federal government to commit to working with First Nations on positive, long-term steps toward reconciliation.
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Calls for Action on Crown-First Nations Gathering Commitment on Comprehensive Claims
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today expressed concern about the federal government’s announcement of a new approach to treaty and self-government negotiations.
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Supports Grassroots Efforts to End Discrimination and Racism
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today expressed his support for grassroots leadership and efforts aimed at addressing discrimination and racism against First Nation peoples in Canada.
