You are invited to submit a proposal for Analysis and Options regarding the Canada Water Act First Nations in Ontario have an inherent responsibility to preserve and protect water, not as a commodity or economic driver, but as a living, life-providing entity. These responsibilities were established prior to contact with settler governments and form the
You are invited to submit a proposal for Pre-engagement on the Canada Water Act First Nations in Ontario have an inherent responsibility to preserve and protect water, not as a commodity or economic driver, but as a living, life-providing entity. These responsibilities were established prior to contact with settler governments and form the foundation of
(Caldwell First Nation, Ont.–Feb. 5, 2025) The Chiefs of Ontario and Caldwell First Nation have issued the following joint press release: More than 100 representatives from organizations and First Nations across southern Ontario gathered in Windsor to discuss the repatriation of Ancestors and sacred items that are currently in the care of the provincial government
Warning: This statement contains details of experiences at residential schools. (Toronto, Ont.–Jan. 28, 2025) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict has issued the following statement on the recent potential discovery of 144 unmarked graves at a former residential school near Asubpeeschoseewagong Netum Anishinabek (Grassy Narrows First Nation): “This month, the Wiikwogaming Tiinahtiisiiwin Project Team, also known as
(Toronto, Ont.–Jan. 24, 2025) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict has issued the following statement on the relationship between Canada and the United States: “I wish to congratulate President Donald Trump on his recent election and inauguration. I also want to make clear to his government, all levels of Canadian governments, and to Ontario First Nations
You are invited to submit a proposal for a project by the Chiefs of Ontario for the First Nations Adult Education Program Delivery and Cost Analysis Project. The project will aim to: Highlight the success of current First Nation administered adult education programs and delivery methods as currently funded by Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) Identify
(Toronto, Ont. – January, 8, 2025) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict has issued the following statement on the Prime Minister's resignation and future priorities for First Nations in Ontario: “On behalf of the Chiefs of Ontario, I would like to thank the Prime Minister for his public service. His commitment to advancing reconciliation has helped
(Toronto, Ont.–Dec. 20, 2024) The Chiefs of Ontario are deeply concerned that the Survivors’ Secretariat is facing insolvency because the government has broken its funding agreements with the organization. The news was revealed in media reports this week. The federal government must immediately honour its commitments and ensure that there is adequate and sustainable funding
(Toronto, Ont.–Dec. 18, 2024) The Chiefs of Ontario has issued the following statement on the Fall Economic Statement, tabled this week in Ottawa: Disappointingly, there do not appear to be many details on First Nations-specific investments in the 2024 Fall Economic Statement (FES). The Chiefs of Ontario continues to deliver strong messaging to the government
(Toronto, Ont.–Dec. 13, 2024) Ontario Reginal Chief Abram Benedict has issued the following statement on the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service agreement with Ontario: “Earlier this week, the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) announced that they have come to an agreement with the province to bring the service into the provincial policing framework. I congratulate NAPS—the
