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Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald Congratulates Chief Leo Friday and the Community of Kashechewan First Nation on the Signing of the 2019 Framework Agreement for Relocation

(Toronto, May 9, 2019) Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald is applauding Kashechewan First Nation on their signing of the 2019 Framework Agreement – Relocation Implementation Plan along with the Governments of Canada and Ontario. For 17 years, Kashechewan First Nation has been forced to evacuate their community due to flooding and infrastructure concerns. This agreement

2020-10-29T16:40:15-04:00May 9th, 2019|Categories: Communications, Economic, Political|Tags: , |
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Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald offers Condolences to Those Impacted by a Tragic House Fire in KI First Nation

(Toronto, May 2, 2019) – Today, Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald expressed her utmost sadness as a tragic house fire has claimed the lives of five people in Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug First Nation. “On behalf of the Chiefs of Ontario, we send our heartfelt condolences, and our prayers and thoughts to the family, friends, Chief and

2020-10-29T16:40:15-04:00May 2nd, 2019|Categories: Communications|
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Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald’s response to the tabling of the Ontario 2019 Budget

(Toronto, ON, April 12, 2019) –  “The release of today’s Ontario Budget titled; ‘Protecting What Matters Most‘ provides for some serious concern on the direction by the Ford government, which neglects direct investments and commitments to First Nations in Ontario. As the Ontario Regional Chief, I have communicated with Premier Ford, and shared that I

2020-10-29T16:40:15-04:00April 12th, 2019|Categories: Communications, Economic, Education, Political|Tags: |
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Ontario Regional Chief Statement on Prime Ministers Comments

(Toronto, March 28, 2019) – “It’s unfortunate and I find it unbecoming of the Prime Minister to be so disrespectful and cruel by adding insult to the decades long and tragic on-going situation affecting Grassy Narrows and Wabaseemoong First Nations. While I acknowledge the Prime Minister’s apology, in order for it to be meaningful, he

2020-10-29T16:40:15-04:00March 28th, 2019|Categories: Communications, Political|
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Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald on the Importance of World Water Day

(Toronto, March 22, 2019) Today, Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald is commemorating the 26th annual World Water Day along side First Nations leadership in Ontario. This year’s theme “Water for All” is quintessential to recognizing the inherent rights and responsibility to protect the waterways within Canada, and ensuring that First Nations are receiving the same access

2020-10-29T16:40:15-04:00March 22nd, 2019|Categories: Communications, Environment|
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Federal Liberal Pre-Election Budget Commits Additional $4.5 Billion for First Nations, Yet Leaves Critical Investments Unconfirmed

Anishinabek Nation, ON (March 20, 2019) – Yesterday, Minister Morneau’s tabling of Federal Budget 2019, “Investing in the Middle Class”, has demonstrated the important strides the Liberal Government has taken to remedy First Nations historical inequity. “I am pleased to see funding committed towards post-secondary education and skills development and training, with a particular focus

2020-10-29T16:40:15-04:00March 20th, 2019|Categories: Communications, Political|Tags: |
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Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald Celebrates International Women’s Day

(Toronto, March 8, 2019) Today, Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald is celebrating International Women’s Day, alongside First Nations leadership in Ontario, while encouraging all Canadians to take part in highlighting the significant contributions made by women across the globe. “On behalf of the Chiefs across Ontario, I’d like to pay tribute to the many accomplishments

2020-10-29T16:40:15-04:00March 8th, 2019|Categories: Communications|
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Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald Responds to Today’s Introduction of Bill c-92 in Parliament

(Toronto, February 28, 2019) Today, Minister of Indigenous Services Seamus O’Regan unveiled the long awaited proposed Bill C-92 in the House of Commons; this legislation, which was one of the first Calls to Action by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, will acknowledge First Nations’  jurisdiction over Indigenous children and families across Canada – ensuring Indigenous

2020-10-29T16:40:15-04:00February 28th, 2019|Categories: Communications, Political, Social|Tags: |
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Regional Chief Archibald Responds to Tabling of The People’s Health Care Act, 2019

(Toronto, February 27, 2019) – Yesterday, the Provincial Government tabled Bill 74, The People’s Health Care Act, 2019. This legislation is set to create a new Agency called Ontario Health, which will be formed by dissolving the province’s 14 Local Health Integration Networks (LHINs) and merging their duties with those of six other health agencies, including

2020-10-29T16:40:16-04:00February 27th, 2019|Categories: Communications, Health, Political|Tags: |
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Ontario Regional Chief RoseAnne Archibald Offers Condolences on the Passing of Water Walker, Grandmother Josephine Mandamin

(Toronto, February 22, 2019) On behalf of Chiefs of Ontario, we offer our deepest condolences to the family and friends on the recent passing of Josephine Mandamin. Josephine, known as a tireless advocate and Water Walker, dedicated her life to the protection and preservation of the Great Lakes and surrounding waters, while raising awareness that

2020-10-29T16:40:16-04:00February 22nd, 2019|Categories: Communications|
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