Health Sector Update: First Nations COVID-19 Testing in Ontario – Weekly Report 96 About 70% of First Nations people are fully vaccinated as of Feb 21, 2022. This has not changed since Nov 2021. New positive results have decreased among First Nations and across Ontario as of Feb 27, 2022. (Underestimates due to testing changes
The Chiefs of Ontario is inviting applications for the position of Law Student Researcher (Summer term – 12 weeks). The researcher will be under the direction of the Justice Director and supported by a Project Lead. The research will focus on Indigenous legal traditions and justice system transformation. Our ideal candidate will have strong research
The Chiefs of Ontario and Independent First Nations will be hosting the Annual Chiefs Assembly on June 14-16, 2022, with the theme “Every Child Matters: A New Legacy.” The Chiefs of Ontario and Independent First Nations are accepting submissions for original First Nations digital artwork, which incorporates the theme, to use as promotional material for
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS You are invited to submit a proposal to support a project being undertaken by the Chiefs of Ontario to develop a high-level, professionally made 20-to-30-minute documentary that captures First Nations women and their sacred connection to the spirit of water and responsibilities to protect and nurture water. Preference will be given to an
(February 11, 2022 - Toronto, ON) Ontario Regional Chief Glen Hare issued the following statement in response to the recent announcement of February 11 as Orange Shirt Day: “It is disrespectful and deeply offensive to co-opt Orange Shirt Day, along with the phrase Every Child Matters, as a symbol of unity for those participating in
A Message from the Health Director She:kon/Aaniin/Koolamalsi/Wachiyaa, My name is Tobi Mitchell, and I am the new Director of Health for the Chiefs of Ontario as of July 2021. I come from my home community of Akwesasne, finishing up a term as an elected Chief and bring forth years of technical experience in Health Policy
(February 3, 2022 - Toronto, ON) Chiefs of Ontario and Anishinabek Nation issued a joint statement condemning the misinformation and cultural appropriation during demonstrations and other events that took place in Algonquin Nation Territory, also known as Ottawa, this past week: “The actions taken during the events in Ottawa are deeply offensive,” said Ontario Regional
Foreword – Environment Director Sheko:lih and welcome to the winter edition of the Chiefs of Ontario's Environment Newsletter. Our ceremonies follow the cycle of the seasons and are determined by careful observance of the land, moon, and seasons' cycle. Midwinter (Tshatek'chelha) is a time of renewing our responsibilities for the coming year and to give
Key messages: There was no change in the week ending Jan 10, 2022 in the proportion of First Nations people with 2 or more doses or with those receiving 1 dose, compared to the previous week. The number of new positives results decreased among First Nations and across Ontario in the week ending Jan 16,
Key messages: There was no change in the proportion of First Nations people with 2 or more doses or with those receiving 1 dose in the week ending Jan 17, 2022, compared to the previous week. The number of new positive results decreased among First Nations and across Ontario in the week ending Jan 23,
