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Building on the success of the three previous gatherings, the AFN 4th National Climate Gathering will bring together First Nations experts, leadership, Elders, youth, women, 2SLGBTQQIA+, and others to share knowledge and the solutions First Nations are advancing at the local, regional, national, and international stages in the face of rapid change. Register today to share knowledge and information: ow.ly/HtPt50YWMI6. #AFNClimateGathering
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“Joan Phillip Amshen has shown us all how to take on the responsibilities of public service with passion, determination and integrity. Joan will be dearly missed. I offer my prayers and support to Joan's family, whom she loved so very much.” Read the statement released by National Chief @chiefcindyafn in response to news of the passing of Joan Phillip, Amshen, Member of the Legislative Assembly for BC: ow.ly/2F1j50ZHNQi.
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Extreme weather affects us all. Effective climate action requires guidance from Indigenous knowledge globally. For International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, explore the project spotlights below.
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ALT Partnership on climate Indigenous-led climate solutions are supporting water management and global knowledge sharing.
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The Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services Canada addressed First Nations-in-Assembly at the plenary session on Housing Strategy & Infrastructure, speaking to the government’s plans and priorities.
Chief Elvin Flett and Chief Dolores Kakegamic spoke to the urgent priority of advancing the right to safe housing and infrastructure, and the need for solutions that support strong, healthy, and thriving First Nations communities.
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“Reconciliation is not a comfortable process. We must never forget the past so its mistakes are not repeated.” – National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak
Yesterday at #AFNAGA2026, First Nations-in-Assembly unanimously passed an Emergency Resolution to address Indian Residential School denialism as hate speech. Today, National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak, Pimicikamak Cree Nation Chief David Monias, MKO Grand Chief Garrison Settee, BC AFN Regional Chief Terry Teegee, and Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief Linda Debassige stood together in a press conference, calling for action and truth.
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The Assembly of First Nations has passed an emergency resolution urging Canada to criminalize residential school denialism. AFN, which represents chiefs from across the country, made the call during its annual general assembly in Ottawa, signaling a push for legal consequences …
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Day 1 of #AFNAGA2026 brought First Nations together through ceremony, dialogue, and engagement on priorities impacting First Nations. We thank all delegates, leaders, Knowledge Keepers, Elders, veterans, women, youth, 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals, and participants for your contributions.
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Assembly of First Nations chiefs on Wednesday unanimously resolved to oppose the Carney government's sweeping proposed reforms aimed at streamlining major project approvals, if those reforms weaken environmental protections or sidestep Indigenous rights cbc.ca/news/indigenous/afn-m…
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LIVE: First Nations leaders are speaking after chiefs at the AFN Annual General Assembly unanimously passed an emergency resolution calling for Indian Residential School denialism to be addressed as hate speech.
Watch: youtube.com/live/TrSv6wDwD4Y…
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Day 2 at #AFNAGA2026: First Nations-in-Assembly are deliberating on key priorities. Today, resolutions were passed to renew the relationship between the Iroquois Caucus and AFN, advance a First Nations Water Security Strategy, and protect First Nations’ rights in response to federal major project.
Join us live on CPAC as we continue vital discussions shaping the future of First Nations: ow.ly/el4X50ZnR1O
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Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak yesterday criticized the federal government's push for faster project approvals, arguing that a one-year timeline for impact assessments subordinates the Crown's obligations and puts deadlines on First Nations rights
This position makes it clear: First Nations leadership wants even more time, more consultations, and more leverage — regardless of the mounting economic cost to the rest of Canada
While economic growth is welcomed in principle, the repeated insistence on unlimited delays and special treatment at the expense of jobs, investment, and national prosperity raises serious questions about whose interests are truly being prioritized
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“Canada must work with First Nations. Canada must support reforms that are based on rights, needs, evidence and accountability.” - AFN Regional Chief Francis Verreault-Paul
Following a presentation from the Settlement Implementation Committee on FNCFS and Jordan’s Principle Class Action, Regional Chief Francis Verreault-Paul, Dr. Cindy Blackstock, and Chief Pauline Frost led a plenary session on child welfare. The discussion focused on ending Canada’s discrimination in First Nations child and family services outside Ontario, with updates on 2025 CHRT 80 and next steps. Tune in now: ow.ly/syqm50ZnXOA
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‘Ceremony’ has its Canadian Premiere @HotDocs in Canadian Spectrum Competition Apr 30 · 5:30pm + May 1 · 11:30am TIFF Lightbox boxoffice.hotdocs.ca/websale…
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B.C. First Nation says there may never be ‘full consensus’ on potential burial site ctvnews.ca/vancouver/article…
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The draft agenda for the AFN National Natural Resources Forum is now available! Join First Nations Chiefs, technicians and industry experts and to engage in vital discussions on enhancing First Nations participation in natural resources, energy, and forestry. Registration is just one click away: ow.ly/b9p350XMFRZ.
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Great news! The AFN has extended the hotel booking deadline for the National Economic and Infrastructure Summit. Register and book your stay at Le Westin Montreal by February 3, 2026 to be entered into a special draw! Arrange your stay and join us for this important event: ow.ly/as8S50Y7SiL.
Full event details: ow.ly/Rnx550Y7SiN.
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Prince George, BC:
NECHAKO community screening this weekend!
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“For First Nations, these items are not artifacts. They are living, sacred pieces of our cultures and ceremonies and must be treated as the invaluable objects that they are.” Read the statement released by National Chief @chiefcindyafn in response to media reports that sacred First Nations items currently in the Vatican Museum will be repatriated. afn.ca/all-news/press-releas…
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The latest AFN Factsheet on First Nations-specific Indicators of Poverty and Wellness is now available for download! This essential resource provides a comprehensive framework for understanding, measuring, and addressing poverty in First Nations communities. Download it and learn more: ow.ly/xq3y50WLtzr.
