The Chiefs of Ontario is hosting a series of virtual information sessions on the long-term reform of the First Nations Children & Family Services (FNCFS) program. The sessions will focus on the draft Final Agreement (FA) related to the long-term reforms of the FNCFS program.

NAN Alvin Fiddler says that neglect, racism and chronic underfunding of health care for NAN First Nations is responsible for the tragic death of Ruthann Quequish, whose inquest concluded today. Read full release by clicking the link below: nan.ca/news/inquest-i…

We appreciate the jury’s recommendations, but what I didn’t hear was a finding on why or how Ruthann died. There is neglect & racism in the healthcare system and we need to start calling that out instead of pretending it doesn’t exist. nan.ca/news/inquest-i…

I’m in Neskantaga First Nation, home of Canada’s longest water boil advisory going on past 30 years. A 24 pack of bottled water is $37.99 plus tax. Community members get water flown in by the federal government but it’s rationed. So if they run out, the local Northern Store is

Another ‘must read’ from my dear friend Tanya Talaga. This is very personal story that somehow connects all of us. #TheKnowing

AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak said for the first time, First Nations have a chance to decide for themselves how the child-welfare system functions, "The goal is to move toward a 'prevention, not apprehension' model." Read more: ow.ly/2LAc50T58El

“The rest of the country is waking up to what First Nations people have always known” -- Tanya Talaga on her new book, "The Knowing," by Anthony Milton torontolife.com/culture/tanya-… via @TorontoLife Drew Hayden Taylor

In her new book The Knowing, Tanya Talaga is writing Canadian history her way macleans.ca/culture/tanya-…

Our Special Chiefs Assembly on the Final Settlement Agreement has been postponed until September 9, 2024. Please join us for this virtual event at 10:00 AM EST (9:00 AM CT) and be part of this important discussion. For more information: nan.ca/finalsettlemen…

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WAHA, @TRANSFORMHF & University Health Network made an animated short film which premiered at the 2024 Toronto Shorts International Film Festival. The film features stories from First Nations community members on managing their heart health. Watch & share! youtu.be/d51hQ_Ap7UA?si…

Winnipeg serial killer handed four life sentences in murders of Indigenous women winnipeg.ctvnews.ca/winnipeg-seria…

I am pleased to share the recording of my message given to participants of the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) conference on August 19, 2024. youtube.com/watch?v=jlVeVy…

Residential fires destroy several homes in 2 remote First Nations in northern Ontario cbc.ca/news/canada/th…

Adrian’s heading to Toronto on Sept 25 for Tawich in the City! Presented by @wildlandsleague & Mushkegowuk Council, this event brings together Indigenous music, science, and art. Joining him are Anishinaabe journalist Tanya Talaga & others. Tickets: bit.ly/3XknnIA

Tanya Talaga learned about how Indigenous women were erased by discovering her own family's history #TIFF24 cbc.ca/radio/thecurre…

SLFNHA, in partnership with the Nishnawbe-Gamik Friendship Centre, is pleased to host the 2024 Walk for Truth & Reconciliation on Sept. 25 at 1 pm. #TruthandReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters

Miigwetch Lakehead University for inviting us to their Truth and Reconciliation flag raising this morning. City of Thunder Bay LU Student Union