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The Chiefs of Ontario support the Saugeen Ojibway Nation in release of new research report: Assessing Métis Historical Claims to Rights in SON Territory

(May 22, 2025 – Toronto, Ont.) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict issued the following statement in support of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation’s (SON) new research, Assessing Métis Historical Claims to Rights in SON Territory, released today: “The Chiefs of Ontario stands in full support of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation in their release of Assessing Métis

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 22nd, 2025|Categories: Communications, Justice, Political|
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Manitoba Métis Federation and Chiefs of Ontario renew calls for government and institutional action in addressing Indigenous identity fraud

May 20, 2025 – Last week marked one year since the Chiefs of Ontario (COO) and the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis, co-hosted the Summit on Indigenous Identity Fraud, a landmark gathering that brought together First Nation, Red River Métis, and Inuit Leadership from several regions across the

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 20th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Justice, Political|
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Twenty-five years after Walkerton, a water crisis persists

Twenty-five years after Walkerton, a water crisis persists (Toronto, Ont.–May 20, 2025) The Chiefs of Ontario have issued the following statement on the 25th anniversary of the Walkerton water crisis: “The Walkerton water crisis was a preventable tragedy. We remember and honour those who died or became ill. This horrific event has had a profound

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 20th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Environment|
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The Chiefs of Ontario responds to the tabling of 2025 Ontario budget

(Toronto, Ont.–May 15, 2025) The Chiefs of Ontario has issued the following statement in response to the 2025 Ontario budget, tabled today at Queen’s Park: Today’s budget is largely a response to the ongoing economic concerns stemming from U.S. tariffs with a heavy focus on mineral development in Ontario. The word “reconciliation” only appears twice

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 16th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|
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Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict Responds to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Cabinet Appointments

(May 14, 2025—Toronto, Ont.) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict has released a statement following the announcement of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s newly appointed Cabinet: Prime Minister Carney’s announcement today marks several significant changes within Cabinet. With a shift in key portfolios, we remain committed to working with each of the appointed ministers to advance the

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 14th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|
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Three quarters of First Nations police in Ontario report facing mental health challenges on the job

(Toronto, Ont.–May 12, 2025) Today, the Chiefs of Ontario, in partnership with the First Nations policed under the Ontario First Nations Police Agreement (OFNPA), are releasing a report highlighting the dire situation faced by First Nations officers in Ontario and the urgent need for increased resources to support their mental health. The study surveyed the

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 12th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Justice|
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Media advisory: Chiefs of Ontario to release report on mental health of First Nations police officers

(May 9, 2025–Toronto, Ont.) On Monday, May 12, the Chiefs of Ontario, in partnership with the First Nations policed under the Ontario First Nations Police Agreement, will unveil the results of a first-of-its kind study that highlights the urgent need for increased resources to support the mental health of First Nations officers in Ontario. Independent

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 9th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Justice|
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Request for Proposal: COO Education – First Nation Post-Secondary Transition Intervention Supports

You are invited to submit a proposal for COO Education Sector: First Nation Post-Secondary Transition Intervention Supports.   The project will aim to: Research and gather existing age-appropriate intervention strategies across the lifelong learning journey and where the learner is at.  This research will examine (but not limited to) effective ways to communicate with various age

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 9th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Education|
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Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict and the First Nations Women’s Council Release Joint Statement in honour of Red Dress Day, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S+)

WARNING: Sensitive subject matter. (Toronto, Ont. – May 5, 2025) On Red Dress Day, the symbolic red dresses serve as a powerful reminder of the violence that has and continues to disproportionately impact First Nations women, girls, and Two-Spirit people. “Today we pause to honour and remember the First Nations women, girls, and Two-Spirit people

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 5th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Women's Initiatives|
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Mining company pressures and disrespects Onigaming First Nation while in state of emergency over youth deaths

WARNING: Sensitive subject matter, including suicide and self-harm, that could be distressing for some. (Toronto, Ont.–May 2, 2025) The Chiefs of Ontario are deeply troubled by the serious and persistent challenges faced by many First Nations, particularly the Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation. The Nation has been in a state of emergency since 2014 due

2026-06-18T16:36:00-04:00May 2nd, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|
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