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First Nations Leadership United in Opposition to Liberal Government’s Unprecedented Bill C-5

(Peterborough, Ont.–June 19, 2025) Earlier this week, First Nations Leadership in Ontario sent a powerful message against Bill C-5 that echoed through the halls of Parliament. First Nations convened an emergency rally and press conference on Parliament Hill to show Prime Minister Mark Carney that his government cannot trample on inherent and Treaty rights. “We

2025-06-19T12:50:02-04:00June 19th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|

Chiefs of Ontario oppose Métis Nation of Ontario’s ongoing attempts to inflate “citizenship” and grant “harvesting rights” in First Nations territories

(Toronto, Ont.- June 12, 2025) Acting Ontario Regional Chief Shelly Moore-Frappier has released the following statement regarding the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO)’s recent advertisement for citizenship and harvesting approvals in the Georgian Bay area: “It is shameless of the MNO to be traversing around the Georgian Bay region to sign up new members with

2025-06-12T10:25:15-04:00June 12th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|

First Nations Leadership responds to the passing of Bill 5 with warning of legal and grassroots action

(Toronto, Ont.—June 5, 2025) First Nations Leadership across Ontario have expressed deep concern and frustration following the passage of Ontario’s Bill 5: Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act. The Chiefs of Ontario are expressing strong opposition to Ontario's recently passed Bill 5, citing its failure to respect the constitutional and treaty rights of First

2025-06-05T16:03:00-04:00June 5th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|

First Nations bring Bill 5 concerns to Queen’s Park, call for legislation’s reversal

(Toronto, Ont.–May 26, 2025) First Nations Leadership from across Ontario gathered at Queen’s Park today to voice their opposition to the Ford government’s omnibus Bill 5, warning that it threatens inherent rights, Treaty obligations and sovereignty. They are calling on the province to immediately halt the legislative process for the bill until meaningful consultation with

2025-05-26T15:13:29-04:00May 26th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|

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

2025-05-22T18:08:20-04:00May 22nd, 2025|Categories: Communications, Justice, Political|

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

2025-05-20T15:15:18-04:00May 20th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Justice, Political|

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

2025-05-16T10:40:55-04:00May 16th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|

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

2025-05-14T13:58:56-04:00May 14th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|

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

2025-05-02T11:28:06-04:00May 2nd, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|

Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict Extends Congratulatory Remarks to Prime Minister Mark Carney

(Toronto, Ont.—April 29, 2025) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict has released the following statement congratulating Prime Minister Mark Carney and to new and returning Members of Parliament in the 45th General Election: “I wish to extend my most sincere congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney on a successful campaign and his election as Canada’s 25th

2025-04-29T17:42:19-04:00April 29th, 2025|Categories: Communications, Political|
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