Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

• ‘The bond is broken’: Data shows Indigenous kids overrepresented in foster care

  Statistics Canada released data from the 2021 census showing Indigenous children accounted for 53.8 per cent of all children in foster care.

  Canada

  Sep 21
  
• Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs to hold non-confidence vote on ousting Grand Chief Dumas

  The AMC has scheduled a non-confidence vote following an independent investigation that found Arlen Dumas engaged in workplace sexual harassment.

  Politics

  Jul 21
  
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• Independent investigation finds AMC Grand Chief committed workplace sexual harassment

  The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) says an independent investigation has found Grand Chief Alren Dumas engaged in workplace sexual harassment.

  Investigations

  Jun 30
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• First Nations advocate says ending birth alerts in Manitoba isn’t enough

  One advocate says some pregnant people are still uncomfortable seeking services because they worry they will be flagged.

  Health

  Jun 5
• Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs ‘acutely aware’ of province’s subpar reconciliation efforts

  Following a report on Manitoba's subpar efforts toward reconciliation, the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs says it is 'acutely aware' of the province's failures.

  Canada

  Apr 22
• Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs appoints a new temporary leader

  The assembly is to meet with chiefs next month for a vote on whether Arlen Dumas should continue in his position.

  Canada

  Apr 14
• ‘A road to healing’: Pope’s apology lauded by Manitoba Indigenous leaders

  'We think this is a wonderful start to this process of engagement with the Catholic Church,' said Phil Fontaine of the Pope's apology to Indigenous Peoples Friday in Vatican City.

  Canada

  Apr 1
• AMC set to vote on Grand Chief Dumas keeping his position after formal complaint

  The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs is calling for a special Chiefs-in-Assembly in May 2022 to conduct a vote of non-confidence for Grand Chief Arlen Dumas.

  Politics

  Mar 31
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• AMC Grand Chief Arlen Dumas suspended after complaint by senior staff member

  The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs says an acting grand chief will be appointed Monday

  Politics

  Mar 18
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• Northern Manitoba health centre reopens after closing due to staffing shortages

  Leaf Rapids Health Centre in Northern Manitoba will reopen to patients on Monday after a closure due to staff shortages.

  Health

  Jan 23