Assembly Of First Nations

• AFN chief looks to turn new leaf with Poilievre from Harper-era tensions

  The legacy of the Idle No More movement has shaped how Indigenous activists and leaders view the Conservatives, an image that still hangs over the party nearly a decade later.

  Canada

  Feb 4
  
• AFN election: Cindy Woodhouse named new national chief

  After six separate rounds of voting, AFN regional chief Cindy Woodhouse had collected 50.8 per cent of the registered vote, leading her closest challenger: David Pratt.

  Canada

  Dec 7, 2023
  
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• Assembly of First Nations headed to third round of voting to elect new national chief

  It's election day for the Assembly of First Nations, where chiefs in the assembly or their proxies will decide who's best suited to lead the organization.

  Canada

  Dec 6, 2023
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• Assembly of First Nations vote to elect new chief: Here’s what you need to know

  The Assembly of First Nations will vote in a new leader this week. Voting begins on Dec. 6 during a special chiefs assembly hosted by the national advocacy organization.

  Politics

  Dec 5, 2023
• As N.S. regional chief takes office, her headdress tells a story of her passions

  Andrea Paul, the recently elected regional chief of the Assembly of First Nations for the province, explained during her induction ceremony the symbols were laden with meaning.

  Canada

  Nov 30, 2023
• Reginald Bellerose announces candidacy for AFN national chief

  Reginald Bellerose announced his candidacy to become the next national chief for the AFN.

  Canada

  Oct 31, 2023
• Sheila North announces candidacy for national chief of Assembly of First Nations

  Sheila North is an advocate for missing and murdered Indigenous women, a former journalist and a member of Bunibonibee Cree Nation.

  Politics

  Oct 26, 2023
• First Nations chiefs hope court will approve child-welfare settlement this week

  The court is hearing final arguments in Ottawa this week on a proposed settlement agreement that would be the biggest in Canadian history if it passes.

  Canada

  Oct 23, 2023
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• AFN launches climate strategy, calls for government collaboration

  Interim National Chief Joanna Bernard said this year's record-breaking wildfire season is a reason why all leaders should be taking climate change seriously.

  Canada

  Oct 18, 2023
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• Manitoba chief eyes top job at Assembly of First Nations

  Manitoba Regional Chief Cindy Woodhouse has announced her candidacy in the upcoming Assembly of First Nations national chief election.

  Canada

  Oct 17, 2023