(Toronto, Ont.–May 15, 2025) The Chiefs of Ontario has issued the following statement in response to the 2025 Ontario budget, tabled today at Queen’s Park: Today’s budget is largely a response to the ongoing economic concerns stemming from U.S. tariffs with a heavy focus on mineral development in Ontario. The word “reconciliation” only appears twice
WARNING: Sensitive subject matter. (Toronto, Ont. – May 5, 2025) On Red Dress Day, the symbolic red dresses serve as a powerful reminder of the violence that has and continues to disproportionately impact First Nations women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. “Today we pause to honour and remember the First Nations women, girls, and Two-Spirit people
The Chiefs of Ontario have compiled a list of First Nations candidates running in the upcoming federal election. You can find the full list and additional details below. NEW DEMOCRATIC PARTY (NDP) Tania Cameron: Kenora—Kiiwetinoong (ON) Tania Cameron is a proud member of the Niisaachewan Anishinaabe Nation in Treaty 3, with a strong commitment to
Please find attached the Spring 2025 Edition of the COO Women’s Initiatives Newsletter for your information and reading. In this edition, you will find updates on the Women's Initiatives Sector Director, the Community Safety Forum, the Women Chiefs Network, the 2S+ Council Resolution, Intimate Partner Violence Toolkit, MMIWG2S+ Federal/Provincial Roundtable and more. Download the Newsletter
Warning: This statement discusses human trafficking, exploitation, and related issues, which may be distressing to some readers. Mental health counselling and crisis support are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through the Hope for Wellness hotline at 1-855-242-3310 or by online chat. (Toronto, Ont. – February 22, 2025) The Ontario First Nations
You are invited to submit a proposal to support the Ontario Chiefs' project to develop a high-level, professionally made 15-20-minute video that captures First Nation Youth learning about Species at Risk infused with First Nation Culture and Spirituality in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. Preference will be given to an Indigenous-owned and operated production company. Submission
(Toronto, Ont. – November 8, 2024) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict issued the following statement in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day, extending deep respect and gratitude to First Nations veterans and those currently serving: “On Indigenous Veterans Day, November 8, we honour the incredible courage, resilience, and sacrifice of First Nations veterans and active-duty service
Download Full RFP Here: Request for Proposals: Facilitator, First Nations Virtual Forum on Community Safety You are invited to submit a proposal to facilitate a First Nations Virtual Forum on Community Safety. The Chiefs of Ontario First Nations Women’s Council and Women’s Initiatives Sector are hosting a one-day online First Nations Community Safety Forum with
Please find attached the Summer 2024 Edition of the COO Women's Initiatives Newsletter for your information and reading. In this edition, you will find updates on MMIWG2S+, supporting victim services, human trafficking awareness, two spirit and gender diversity awareness, women's leadership support, First Nations Women's REACH Conference, and more. Download the Newsletter here: Women's Initiatives
The Chiefs of Ontario Justice Sector is providing the following posting for information purposes only. The Justices of the Peace Appointments Advisory Committee (JPAAC) is calling for applications for current Justice of the Peace vacancies in Ontario. A Justice of the Peace is an independent judicial officer who presides in court over various proceedings under
