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AFN national chief urges all parties to support First Nations clean drinking water legislation

With over 30 long-standing boil water advisories still in place on First Nations across the country, the Assembly of First…

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Nova Scotia

Cape Breton band councillor ‘shocked’ to become AFN Youth Council co-chair

Isaiah Bernard is accustomed to making history and he’s hoping to make more of it in his new role with the Assembly…

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Politics

AFN calls for federal government to recognize First Nations jurisdiction over policing

The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is reaffirming its calls for the federal government to recognize First Nations jurisdiction over…

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Canada

‘It was noticed,’ says Yukon AFN delegate who turned his back on Pierre Poilievre’s speech

Duane Gastant’ Aucoin believes his message for Pierre Poilievre came across “loud and clear” on Thursday, when Aucoin stood with his back turned…

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Canada

AFN, federal government confirm $47.8B child welfare reform settlement offer

The Assembly of First Nations confirmed Thursday it has secured a commitment from Canada for $47.8 billion in funding over 10…

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Politics

First Nations leaders from across Canada gather in Montreal for AFN annual general assembly

Delegates from hundreds of First Nations are meeting on Kanien’kehá:ka (Mohawk) territory this week to discuss priorities. The Assembly of…

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Politics

Poilievre to attend AFN annual general assembly for first time as Conservative leader

Politics Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is set to attend the Assembly of First Nations upcoming annual general assembly for the…

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Politics

AFN national chief candidates would back inquiry into Sixties Scoop

Some First Nations chiefs say the next national chief of the Assembly of First Nations should push for a national inquiry into the…

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Politics

Feds blamed AFN for delays, slow progress on First Nations policing bill: documents

Federal officials worried long-promised legislation declaring First Nations policing an essential service was being delayed by Assembly of First Nations…

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Nova Scotia

Unsolicited sexting, unwanted touching and bullying some of the toxic behaviors found in AFN: report

Harassment and unwanted sexting and touching are among the disturbing findings of an inquiry into gender and sexual orientation discrimination…

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