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AFN National Chief Offers Condolences on the passing of Patricia Monture
November 19, 2010 Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today offered the following statement on the passing of Haudenosaunee lawyer, activist and educator Patricia Monture. “On behalf of the Assembly of First Nations and the national executive, I offer deep and sincere condolences to the family, many friends and colleagues of […]
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Canada’s Endorsement of UNDRIP
On November 12, 2010 the Government of Canada endorsed the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). As you recall, when the Declaration was passed by the United Nations in 2007, Canada was one of fourcountries to vote against it – the others included Australia, the United States and New Zealand. Since […]
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Assembly of First Nations Applauds Decision by Tax Court of Canada in Decision on Norway House Cree Fishermen
November 9, 2010 The Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo and AFN Manitoba Regional Chief Bill Traverse are calling the recent decision by the Tax Court of Canada an important and positive decision for First Nations rights. The Tax Court ruled that two commercial fishermen from Norway House Cree Nation in Manitoba […]
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National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo offers condolences on the passing of Howard Anderson
November 15, 2010 Ottawa, ON: National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today offered the following statement following the passing of Howard Anderson, Second World War Veteran and former Grand Chief f the Saskatchewan First Nations Veterans Association. “On behalf of the Assembly of First Nations and the national executive, I offer deepest condolences to the Anderson […]
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National Chief Atleo’s Web Address – November 2010
View National Chief Atleo’s Web Address – November 2010
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National Chief Welcomes Canada’s Endorsement of UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples: Respect, Partnership and Reconciliation will Guide Work to Improve the situation of First Nation Peoples and Build a Stronger Canada
OTTAWA, Nov. 12 – Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo stated that Canada’s endorsement of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples is a positive development that sets the stage for a new approach to building stronger First Nations and a stronger Canada. “Today marks an important shift in […]
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AFN Honours First Nation Veterans
OTTAWA, Nov. 11 – On Remembrance Day, Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo and the AFN Executive Committee paid tribute to all First Nations veterans. Throughout history, First Nations men and women have served with great distinction in the armed forces protecting the values that all Canadians hold dear. National Chief Atleo […]
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AFN National Chief Congratulates the Whitecap Dakota First Nation on New Housing Project
MONTREAL, Nov. 9 – Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today congratulated the Whitecap Dakota First Nation in Saskatchewan on the announcement of a new affordable housing project that will be built in the community. The announcement of the twelve-unit residential building is the result of a financial commitment by the Whitecap […]
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AFN Facilitates Dialogue Advancing and Supporting First Nation Governments
OTTAWA, Nov. 9 – First Nations from across Canada met in Montreal this week to further inform and drive the solutions required to address challenges and improve the quality of life of First Nation citizens and communities. “The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is taking the lead to profile and support First Nation-driven solutions required […]
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Assembly of First Nations to Host Forum on Rebuilding First Nations Governments
OTTAWA, Nov. 5 – The Assembly of First Nations will host a planning and dialogue forum in Montreal next week focused on nation building and capacity building for First Nations governments. DATES: November 8 – 9, 2010 LOCATION: Westin Hotel, 270 Saint-Antoine oust, Montreal, Quebec The Planning and Dialogue Forum will bring together First Nation […]
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