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. 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
(Toronto, Ont.–Dec. 13, 2024) Ontario Regional Chief Benedict has issued the following statement in response to Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Minister Gary Anandasangaree confirming that Bill C-53 will not move forward during the meeting of the Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs (INAN) on Monday, December 9, 2024: “The Chiefs of Ontario have
(Toronto, Ont. – December 10, 2024) The Chiefs of Ontario First Nations Women’s Council has released the following statement acknowledging the conclusion of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence on December 10th and addressing the premature halt of Bill 173: This annual campaign, which runs from November 25th to December 10th, shines a
You are invited to submit a proposal for Strategic Planning Services for the Chiefs of Ontario and Chiefs of Ontario Leadership Council. The Chiefs of Ontario are seeking proposals from qualified consultants to assist in developing a 5-year comprehensive strategic plan for the Chiefs of Ontario Leadership Council. This plan will integrate the individual strategic
(Thunder Bay, Ont.–Nov. 20, 2024) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict and the Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council (OFNYPC) have issued the following statement in recognition of Trans Day of Remembrance. “Today we remember the lives of transgender individuals who have been lost to violence and discrimination. This day is a reminder of the work we
Trigger warning: This press contains sensitive subject matter, including suicide and self-harm, that could be triggering for some readers. Resources are available below. (Toronto, Ont.–Nov. 12, 2024) The federal Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) mental health program is harming First Nations people, according to another damning media report published last week by the Toronto Star and
(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
