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British Columbia and Ontario First Nations Leadership Condemns Senate’s Rejection of Residential School Denialism Protections
June 4, 2026 — The British Columbia Assembly of First Nations and the Chiefs of Ontario are outraged and deeply disheartened
Ontario Regional Chief Benedict Marks National Indigenous History Month, Pride Month, and the 30th Anniversary of National Indigenous Peoples Day
(Toronto, Ont – June 1, 2026) Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict has released a statement regarding National Indigenous History Month and
Ontario Final Agreement Takes Effect, Advancing First Nations Jurisdiction in Child and Family Services
OTTAWA, ON — May 29, 2026 — Today marks a historic turning point for First Nations across Ontario as the Ontario
Request for Proposals: Development of Strategic Resources – First Nations Business Directory (FNBD) Portal
The Chiefs of Ontario are seeking submissions for a request for proposals for the development of strategic resources to support the
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- 5Annual Chiefs Assembly (ACA) Dialogue Sessions10:00 am - 2:00 pmThe Chiefs of Ontario will be hosting virtual dialogue sessions ahead of the 2026 Annual Chiefs Assembly (ACA). These sessions will take place on Friday June 5, and Friday June 12, and will provide an opportunity for discussion on key priorities including housing, mental health, data governance, child welfare, social s , ...
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- 12Annual Chiefs Assembly (ACA) Dialogue Sessions10:00 am - 2:00 pmThe Chiefs of Ontario will be hosting virtual dialogue sessions ahead of the 2026 Annual Chiefs Assembly (ACA). These sessions will take place on Friday June 5, and Friday June 12, and will provide an opportunity for discussion on key priorities including housing, mental health, data governance, child welfare, social s , ...
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- 162026 Annual Chiefs Assembly8:00 am - 12:00 am
The Chiefs of Ontario (COO) with Chippewas of Rama First Nation will host the 2026 Chiefs of Ontario Annual Chiefs Assembly (ACA) from June 16-18, 2026 at Casino Rama Resort in Rama, ON. This three-day assembly will include critical updates on a variety of issues and priorities for First Nations in Ontario. For more in , ... - 172026 Annual Chiefs AssemblyAll DayThe Chiefs of Ontario (COO) with Chippewas of Rama First Nation will host the 2026 Chiefs of Ontario Annual Chiefs Assembly (ACA) from June 16-18, 2026 at Casino Rama Resort in Rama, ON. This three-day assembly will include critical updates on a variety of issues and priorities for First Nations in Ontario. For more in , ...
- 182026 Annual Chiefs Assembly12:00 am - 5:00 pmThe Chiefs of Ontario (COO) with Chippewas of Rama First Nation will host the 2026 Chiefs of Ontario Annual Chiefs Assembly (ACA) from June 16-18, 2026 at Casino Rama Resort in Rama, ON. This three-day assembly will include critical updates on a variety of issues and priorities for First Nations in Ontario. For more in , ...
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- 25What First Nations Need to Know About Artificial Intelligence (AI) Webinar1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
The Chiefs of Ontario Research and Data Management Sector will be hosting a webinar on Thursday, June 25, 2026. The webinar will provide an accessible introduction to artificial intelligence (AI), including how technology works, the rapid growth of AI infrastructure and investment, and the ethical challenges and opport , ... - 26
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