The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Special Chiefs Assembly (SCA) will take place December 6 to 8, 2022 in Ottawa, Ontario. The SCA will be held at the Westin Ottawa located at 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9H4.
Agenda
Dialogue Sessions
10:00am – 12:00pm
Climate Change Conservation Environment Health
- 22-10-21 2022_SCA_Dialogue Sessions template (Environment)
- 22-11-04 SCA_2022 – Climate Change Conservation and Environmental Health (Env. Sec)
FSA Compensation LTR FNCFSP and JP
- 22-11-10_SCA_FSA_Dialogue Session
- AFN Chiefs Bulletin on Compensation Decision – EN
- CHRT Oct. 25 Letter Decision – EN only
- First Nations Workbook on Long-Term Reform – EN
- Long-Term Reform Presentation Deck – with Annex – EN
Life Promotion and Suicide Prevention
- 1. 2022 SCA Dialogue Session Plan – Life Promotion and Suicide Prevention
- 22-10-25 AFN SCA Dialogue Session – Life Promotion-Suicide Prevention Presentation
- 22-10-28 -SCA Dialogue Session – Life Promotion Suicide Prevention – handout
- AFN Youth Calls to Action on Life Promotion EN final
- FNMWCF
- Life-Promotion-Toolkit-WEBTPF eMental Health Report
- 16-01 Support for First Nations Youth Life Promotion Calls to Action
- 16-78 Indigenous Youth Suicide
- 16-81 Support for a Grandmother’s Advisory Circle to address Youth Suicide
- 17-02 Federal Response to the Crisis of Suicide
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Co-Development of a Fully Independent Spec Claims Process
- 22-11-17 SCA 2022 approved Dialogue Session Draft Agenda
- 22-11-30 Specific Claims Co-Development Process SCA PPT
- DR 40 Fair Resolution of Claims Over $150 Million
- SCB deck for AFN SCA – 5 Dec 2022 – EN
Housing and Homelessness
- 1. 2022_SCA_Dialogue Session Plan_Housing and Homelessness
- 22-10-28 National Homelessness Action Plan Handout
- 22-11-01 SCA Homelessness Dialogue Session Slides
- 22-11-18 Housing Dialogue Session slides revised Nov 29
The Future of First Nation Fishing Rights Implementation
- 22-04-05 AFN Written Submission to the Senate Standing Committee
- 2022_SCA_Fisheries Dialogue Session Handout
- SCA Fisheries Dialogue Session Plan_eng
UNDA
- 22-11-04 Rights UNDA Dialogue Session SCA Presentation
- 22-12-02 UNDA SCA Dialogue Session
- 12-2022 Call for Full First Nations Participation in the Implementation of the UN Declaration
- 13-2022 First Nations Priorities to Guide the Crown’s Implementation of the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
- 14-2022 First Nations Self-Determination over Citizenship
- 18-2022 Support for Criminal Code Amendments Regarding Gaming Jurisdiction
- 21-17 National Action Plan to Implement the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
- UNDA Revised Critical Path_ Plan d’action
3:30pm – 5:30pm
Infrastructure
- 22-11-16 2022 SCA Infrastructure Dialogue Session
- 22-11-17 SCA Slides for SDWFNA and Closing the InfrastructureGap
Economic Development
Registration
Where does your registration fee go?
Chiefs from across the country generally come together twice a year to set strategic direction based on community needs and priorities. The Chiefs Assemblies provide the venue for First Nation leaders to direct the work of the Assembly of First Nations, the National Chief and National Executive through resolution. It is just one way First Nation leaders bring forward the concerns and priorities of First Nation members.
Registration fees help to offset the direct costs of organizing Chiefs Assemblies, including facility rentals, audio/visual equipment, interpretation services, webcasting, registration services, facilitators, translation, signage, Elder honorarium, and drum groups.
Fees:
- Chief/Proxy (Proxy letter required): Complimentary
- First Nation Citizen: $450.00
- Grand Chief: $450.00
- Band Councillor: $450.00
- Observer and Non-Government Organization: $800.00
- Other Governments: $800.00
- Senior Citizen (age 65 and older): $50.00
- Students (valid student card required): $50.00
- Veterans: Complimentary
- Elders: Complimentary
- Accredited Media: Complimentary
Registration Process
Photo identification will be requested at registration for Chiefs and Proxies.
All participants and groups are encouraged to pre-register and pre-pay, even if your registration is complimentary. There will be separate line-ups at the event for those who pre-register and pre-pay in advance of the Assembly.
- Register ONLINE at afn.ca. You will receive a confirmation email once registered. VISA, MasterCard and American Express accepted.
- Complete the registration form included in this notice and FAX it to Tash Cote at 613-241-5808 or by email to [email protected].
Please note that registration fees are non-refundable after November 25, 2022. An administration fee of $50 will apply for all cancellations prior to November 25, 2022.
Onsite pre-registration will be held on Monday, December 5, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at the Westin Ottawa, Level 4 in Governor General Ballroom 1. For planning purposes and to avoid line-ups, all delegates are encouraged to pick up badges on December 5, 2022.
The Assembly of First Nations Special Chiefs Assembly is a public event where photography, audio and video recording may occur. By attending the event, all delegates consent to the potential release and publication of photos and audio/video recordings from the event by the Assembly of First Nations.
Travel
Indigeno Travel is the preferred travel agency of the AFN. Indigeno Travel is Indigenous-owned and its service comes complete with conference discounts, 24/7 emergency service for unforeseen flight changes, and a dedicated agent for personalized service. Please contact Indigeno, toll-free at 1-888-202-8262, or by email at [email protected] to make your flight arrangements.
There is a form for attendees to fill out that can be found at: Book Your Flight Here
Travel Discounts
AIR CANADA
Here is the code for the Air Canada travel discount: BY8EQ871
AIR CANADA
This is a promotion code for the convention product. To book a flight with your promotion code, access aircanada.com and enter your promotion code in the Promotion Code Box. To qualify for the Meeting and Conventions special fares, a minimum of 10 delegates is required travelling from various origins to the same destination within Air Canada’s extensive North American and international network. Customers will benefit from an instant online registration and enjoy a 10 per cent discount on eligible fares.
Applicable Rules:
- The booking is to be made to the following city: Ottawa, ON
- The travel period begins
- The promotional code is valid for travel on any weekday/weekend.For North America, 5% applies on standard fares, and 10% applies on flex fares & higher. For international travel, 10% applies on standard fares & higher.
- Note all bookings made using the promotion code will count toward the minimum 10 passenger requirement for meeting and convention events.
WESTJET
Applicable Rules
- The booking is to be made to the following city: Ottawa
- The travel period begins: 11/29/2022
- The travel period ends: 12/15/2022
- No discount will apply to Basic or Business class bookings.
- Coupon Code: 8K9M7HD
WESTJET
We are happy to confirm that for the upcoming event we are able to offer 5% off Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada and 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests travelling Trans-border. To take advantage of this offer, you will need the discount code listed. Please visit www.westjet.com/conventions to make a booking online.
Applicable Rules
- The booking is to be made to the following city: Ottawa, ON
- The travel period begins: June 27, 2022
- The travel period ends: July 14, 2022
Hotel Accommodations
The AFN has a block of hotel guestrooms at the following Ottawa hotels.
You can book directly with the Hotel
Restays
101 Queen Street, Ottawa ON, K1P 0B7
Telephone: 833-547-0912
Code: https://reservations.travelclick.com/110014?RatePlanId=6636042
For all hotel reservations, please indicate that you are with the Assembly of First Nations Special Chiefs Assembly and use the conference code provided for each hotel. Delegates are encouraged to make hotel reservations by the noted date to ensure accommodations are available at the price listed.
All expenses (travel, meals, guest rooms) with respect to attending the AFN SCA are the responsibility of the guest/group to cover and clear upon departure.
Documents and Resources
Documents will also be available on the AFN website at www.afn.ca.
Resolutions
Resolutions for consideration at the Special Chiefs Assembly must be submitted to AFN by October 28, 2022. Please contact Regina Toulouse at [email protected] for more information on the resolutions process.
Sponsor Acknowledgements
If you are interested in being a sponsor to one of our events during the SCA, please contact Torri Weapenicappo at [email protected] or 613-241-6789.
The AFN 2022 Circle of Trade
The AFN Circle of Trade Show will take place December 6-8, 2022 The trade show is an excellent opportunity to facilitate networking among First Nations, organizations, businesses and government. To register or obtain more information about the AFN Circle of Trade Show, please contact Cynthia Legault [email protected].
Accessibility (Disability)
The Assembly of First Nations is honoured to host the Special Chiefs Assembly to enable persons of all abilities to participate fully and equally.
For questions about accessibility (disability) or to request support during the event, such as American Sign Language interpretation, interpretation Langue des Signes Québécoise, reserved seating for those who use mobility devices, access to a quiet room for those with sensory processing disabilities, Braille materials, etc. Please contact [email protected].
Requests should be made at least by November 14, 2022.
SCA Contacts
Please visit the AFN website at www.afn.ca or contact the following individuals for more information:
SCA Registration Inquiries
Tash Cote
Email: [email protected]
SCA Registration Inquiries
Angie Turner
Telephone: 613-241-6789, ext. 296
Fax: 613-241-5808
Email: [email protected]
SCA Coordinators
Joyce McDougall
Telephone: 613-241-6789, ext. 199
Fax: 613-241-5808
Email: [email protected]
Veronica Wemigwans
Telephone: 613-241-6789, ext. 146
Fax: 613-241-5808
Email: [email protected]
Communications and Media
Kelly Reid – Communications Officer
Telephone: 613-292-0857
Email: [email protected]
Lori Kittelberg – Acting Director
Telephone: 604-340-3117
Email: [email protected]
On behalf of the Assembly of First Nations, we look forward to seeing you in Ottawa!