(M'Chigeeng First Nation, ON - November 25, 2021) On behalf of the Chiefs of Ontario, we offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Getzit Gordon Waindubence, who made his journey to the spirit world on November 24, 2021. “It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we say baamaa pii
On Sunday, November 22, 2021, Minister of Health Christine Elliot announced that the province and the Ontario Association of Optometrists will resume negotiations on OHIP Optometrist fees. As a result of this agreement to resume negotiations, the Ontario Association of Optometrists advised the province that any OHIP eye care services that were impacted by the
(Toronto, ON - November 24, 2021) On November 23, 2021, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, delivered the Speech from the Throne titled, Building a Resilient Economy: A Cleaner & Healthier Future for Our Kids, opening the second session of the 44th Parliament of Canada. “On behalf of the Chiefs
Key messages: Vaccination At least 67% of First Nations people 12 years or older have received 2 or more doses of COVID-19 vaccine as of Nov 8, 2021. Vaccination rates are highest in the Central area but increasing everywhere, particularly in North East. Rates within First Nations communities are now similar to those outside communities.
The Cultural Spaces in Indigenous Communities Program is a new contribution program that supports Indigenous communities in re-establishing and revitalizing cultural spaces. The program offers opportunities for Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ individuals to access culture and language, and strengthen identities. Eligible applicants are encouraged to submit proposals for the construction or revitalization of spaces
We invite you to explore this opportunity to build on your relationships with members of First Nations communities to ensure First Nations research is done with deep respect for and involvement of First Nations. Your role will be to support and encourage community members to take part in First Nations research and data management efforts
(Toronto, Ontario, November 15, 2021) — On November 16-17, 2021, the Chiefs of Ontario will host their bi-annual Special Chiefs Assembly (SCA) with various First Nations leadership, technicians and government officials in attendance. This two-day conference will be an opportunity for Chiefs-in-Assembly to come together to set a renewed strategic direction for the upcoming year,
(Toronto, Ontario - November 8, 2021) Ontario Regional Chief Glen Hare issued the following statement in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day and upcoming Remembrance Day by paying tribute to the many First Nations veterans and those currently serving across the globe: “On November 8th, Indigenous Veterans Day, we remember and commemorate the sacrifices and contributions
Key messages: As of Oct 24, 2021, there were 53 new positives, slightly higher than the previous week’s total of 41. The number of positive results among First Nations to date is 5,530. Test volume decreased in First Nations and across Ontario. Increases in sub-regions remain small and similar to last week, with Southeast remaining
(Toronto, Ontario, November 1, 2021) Ontario Regional Chief Glen Hare issued the following statement marking the sixth annual Treaties Recognition Week and encouraging all to participate in one of the many activities to learn about the importance of treaties, treaty relationships, and First Nations’ inherent rights in Ontario: “Treaties Recognition Week is an opportunity for
