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On September 6, we remember Dudley George. In 19 On September 6, we remember Dudley George. In 1995, Dudley stood with members of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation as they asserted their rights and called for the return of their ancestral lands at Ipperwash. He lost his life while standing up for his people, their lands and their rights. Dudley’s death and the events at Ipperwash led to years of advocacy and ultimately the Ipperwash Inquiry, which made 100 recommendations aimed at improving relationships between First Nations and Ontario, including changes related to policing, land claims, Treaty rights, consultation and public education. More than 30 years later, important work remains unfinished. Today, we honour Dudley’s life, courage and legacy, and call on Ontario to continue acting on the Ipperwash Inquiry recommendations and advancing meaningful, respectful relationships with First Nations. Remembering Dudley George means continuing the work he stood for.
On Monday, First Nations leaders, Barbara Kentner’ On Monday, First Nations leaders, Barbara Kentner’s family, and supporters marched from Parliament Hill to the Parole Board of Canada’s National Office to demand justice and accountability. Following remarks outside the office, the Kentner family hand-delivered a letter to the Parole Board calling for action. Now, you can add your voice. Send a letter calling for clear accountability, stronger parole risk assessments, meaningful review mechanisms, and culturally safe support for First Nations victims and families. Share the campaign with your networks and encourage others to take action. Send a letter: https://actionnetwork.org/letters/justice-for-barbara-kentner-first-nations-call-for-action?source=direct_link&
Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict stands firml Ontario Regional Chief Abram Benedict stands firmly with Mississauga First Nation following its rejection of territorial and harvesting assertions made in connection with the recent purchase of approximately 320 acres of private property along the Mississagi River by the Métis Nation of Ontario-affiliated “Huron-Superior Regional Métis Community”. “Mississauga First Nation has spoken clearly and unequivocally about its history, its territory, and its rights,” said Ontario Regional Chief Benedict. “The Mississagi River lies within the traditional and Treaty territory of the Mississauga Anishinabek, whose relationship with these lands and waters has existed since time immemorial. I stand with Chief Brent Niganobe, Council, and the citizens of Mississauga First Nation as they defend that relationship and reject territorial assertions they maintain have no historical foundation within their lands.” Purchasing private property does not purchase an Indigenous history. Indigenous rights are grounded in longstanding relationships with lands, waters, and territories that cannot be created through a modern real estate transaction. While colonial displacement has separated many Indigenous peoples from their lands without extinguishing those relationships, acquiring property today cannot create the historical foundation upon which an Aboriginal rights claim depends. Land can be purchased. History cannot. Mississauga First Nation has expressly rejected the historical foundation underlying these territorial assertions, stating that no historic Métis community existed within its traditional territory capable of grounding the harvesting and territorial claims now being advanced. Aboriginal rights claims must have a historical foundation. Where that history and the geographic extent of a claimed rights-bearing community are disputed by the affected First Nation, governments must undertake rigorous historical and legal due diligence before recognizing or acting upon those claims. Read the full statement via the link in bio.
The Chiefs of Ontario are hosting an Ontario Final The Chiefs of Ontario are hosting an Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Southern Gathering from November 4-5 in Toronto, ON for southern First Nations to attend. This gathering will be used for First Nations to work on their Multi-Year Plans, and First Nation Investment Infrastructure Plans, and to collaborate with their affiliated Agency on the Child and Community Wellbeing Plans and Agency Investment Infrastructure Plan. This gathering will provide a unique opportunity for First Nations and Agencies to work together, address questions in real time, and advance planning activities collaboratively. We strongly encourage your affiliated Agency to attend and participate alongside your First Nation. Their involvement is critical to the development of Child and Community Well-Being Plans and Investment Infrastructure Plans, as well as to ensuring a coordinated approach to implementing the Ontario Final Agreement. Registration available in bio.
The Chiefs of Ontario are hosting an Ontario Final The Chiefs of Ontario are hosting an Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Northern Gathering from October 7-8 in Thunder Bay, ON for northern First Nations to attend. This gathering will be used for First Nations to work on their Multi-Year Plans, and First Nation Investment Infrastructure Plans, and to collaborate with their affiliated Agency on the Child and Community Wellbeing Plans and Agency Investment Infrastructure Plan. This gathering will provide a unique opportunity for First Nations and Agencies to work together, address questions in real time, and advance planning activities collaboratively. We strongly encourage your affiliated Agency to attend and participate alongside your First Nation. Their involvement is critical to the development of Child and Community Well-Being Plans and Investment Infrastructure Plans, as well as to ensuring a coordinated approach to implementing the Ontario Final Agreement. For additional informatin, or to complete registration, please visit: www.chiefsmeeting.com/ofanortherngathering
Today, Barbara Kentner’s family and First Nations Today, Barbara Kentner’s family and First Nations Leadership are standing together in Ottawa to demand accountability and systemic change following the decision to grant full parole to Brayden Bushby, who was convicted of manslaughter in Barbara’s death. Barbara’s family and community have carried the impacts of her death for nearly a decade. They are raising serious concerns about whether their voices were meaningfully included in the recent parole process and how Bushby’s well documented conduct, including racist and hate-related behavior, previous breaches of conditional release, and substance-related concerns was weighed in assessing risk to the public. “We want to know why the Parole Board has not communicated with any member of the Kentner family when some of us registered in the victim’s portal. They know our emails, for some of us, our cellphones haven’t changed since 2017 and still we were not invited to participate in the parole process as victims,” said Melissa Kentner, sister of Barbara Kenter. First Nations Leadership are calling for clear accountability, meaningful review mechanisms, stronger parole risk assessments, and dedicated, culturally safe support for First Nations victims and families. These changes matter to everyone. Canadians must be able to trust that serious risk factors including racism, hate-related behaviors, and previous breaches, are fully considered before someone is released into the community. To read the full statement, visit the link in bio.
WARNING: This post addresses sensitive topics that WARNING: This post addresses sensitive topics that may be triggering. For support, contact 9-8-8 (Suicide Crisis Helpline) or 1-855-242-3310 (Hope for Wellness Helpline). On International Overdose Awareness Day, we honor the lives lost to overdose and acknowledge the ongoing impact of the toxic drug crisis in First Nation across Ontario. This day is a reminder of the importance of compassion, understanding, and action. By supporting each other and walking together, we can build healthier, stronger communities for generations to come. The Chiefs of Ontario continues to advance evidence-informed solutions and approaches that support First Nations health and well-being, including contributing to a recent Canadian Journal of Public Health study examining opioid and benzodiazepine use among First Nations people in Ontario. The findings contribute to a greater understanding of opioid and benzodiazepine use and can help inform culturally appropriate approaches to health, wellness, and harm reduction. Read the full report: https://tinyurl.com/mtsj5fjy
The Chiefs of Ontario will host a virtual session The Chiefs of Ontario will host a virtual session on Lake Ontario Nutrients and Algal Blooms on October 14, 2026. Join Canada Water Agency Program Officers Julia Hatcher and Jacob Orlandi for an overview of the Lakewide Management process for Lake Ontario and a closer look at one of the lake's key environmental challenges: nearshore algae. Learn about how resource management agencies work together to protect Lake Ontario, explore nutrient sources and impacts, and hear about the Canada Water Agency's efforts to address nutrient-related issues, including the development of a Canadian Nutrients Strategy for Lake Ontario. Registration is now live: https://coo.smudging.ca:8443/Meeting/Register/21d077bf-649a-4cb1-a3dc-55d012c44dfc Date: October 14, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams Who should attend: First Nations Leadership, technicians, and community members For more information, visit: https://www.chiefsmeeting.com/lake-ontario-nutrients-and-algal-blooms-a-lakewide-perspective
📢Join us in Ottawa on Monday, August 31 as Barbara 📢Join us in Ottawa on Monday, August 31 as Barbara Kentner’s family, Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation, First Nations leadership, and supporters come together to demand justice, accountability, systemic change, and stronger support for First Nation victims and families. The rally follows the decision to grant full parole to Brayden Bushby, who was convicted of manslaughter in Barbara’s 2017 death after throwing a trailer hitch at her. 📍 MEET UP: 11:00 a.m. ET Centennial Flame, Parliament Hill 111 Wellington St., Ottawa, ON From Parliament Hill, participants will march to the Parole Board of Canada National Office for a public demonstration and remarks. 🔴 Wear red in solidarity with Barbara’s family. All supporters are encouraged to attend and stand with us. Hosted by the Chiefs of Ontario, Nishnawbe Aski Nation, Grand Council Treaty #3, and Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation.
This afternoon, the Chiefs of Ontario Women’s Init This afternoon, the Chiefs of Ontario Women’s Initiatives Sector hosted a follow-up luncheon for local families who attended the May 2026 Chiefs of Ontario Family Gathering. The Family Gathering provided a space for healing, connection, and remembrance for families and loved ones impacted by the MMIWG2S crisis. The luncheon offered an opportunity to reconnect with families who participated in the Family Gathering and view the mural created during the event by artist Lucia Laford (Waawaaskone Kwe). Lucia walked attendees through the meaning of the different elements in the mural and how they reflect the experiences from the Gathering. The mural serves as a lasting reminder of the families who came together to honour their loved ones and practice healing.
Save the Date! Chiefs of Ontario will host the Fa Save the Date! Chiefs of Ontario will host the Fall Chiefs Assembly (FCA) on November 23–25, 2026, at the Hilton Toronto Airport Hotel & Suites, 5875 Airport Rd in Toronto, Ontario. Toronto is the ancestral territory of many nations, including the Anishnabeg, Chippewa, Haudenosaunee, and Wendat peoples. Toronto is also part of Treaty 13, signed by representatives of the Crown and Mississaugas of the Credit, as well as the Williams Treaties, signed with various Mississauga nations. Day 1 will be dedicated to an update on the First Nations Regional Information Governance Centre (RIGC) Project. A subsidy of up to $1000.00 per First Nation and dinner will be provided for those who attend the session on November 23, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET. Days 2 and 3 will include updates on a variety of priorities for First Nations in Ontario. Registration is coming soon! For inquiries regarding the RIGC Project Update Session, please contact Emily Harding, Senior Coordinator for Research and Data Management at emily.harding@coo.org. For inquiries regarding the Fall Chiefs Assembly, please contact meetingsupport@coo.org #COOFCA2026
Final chance to register! The rooming deadline fo Final chance to register! The rooming deadline for the Chiefs of Ontario Great Lakes Gathering: Confluence closes on Wednesday, August 19th! Registration is still live, visit the link in bio. The Chiefs of Ontario will host a Great Lakes Gathering on September 16-17, 2026 in Huntsville, Ontario. The Gathering is rooted in the theme of confluence — where the waters, knowledge systems, generations, and communities come together. Confluence speaks to the meeting places of rivers and lakes. First Nations have traversed these landscape for millennia and understand the importance of these locations of intersection. This event will create space for youth, Elders, and community members to gather and share dialogue, land-based activities, and teachings. Grounded in the principles of Two-Row, ethical space, and the One Dish One Spoon teachings, the gathering will explore collective responsibilities to water, climate action, and future generations while strengthening connections across communities and territories. Date: September 16-17, 2026 Time: 9:30 AM - 4:15 PM (Sunrise Water Ceremony 7:00 AM) Who should attend: First Nations Leadership, technicians, and community members Location: Hidden Valley Resort in Muskoka, 1755 Valley Rd, Huntsville ON P1H 1A8
The Chiefs of Ontario will host a virtual session The Chiefs of Ontario will host a virtual session on Anishinaabe Law and the Rights of Nature to Care for Rice Lake on August 28, 2026. In November 2025, Alderville First Nation Council unanimously approved a resolution recognizing the legal status of Rice Lake. The process took 2 years and brought together the council, elders, and knowledge keepers, who reviewed and approved the declaration. Chief Taynar Simpson and Professor Lindsay Borrows from Chippewas of Nawash will join us to discuss the process and the next steps in establishing a guardian council which will serve as the voice of Rice Lake. Registration in bio. Date: August 28, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Location: Virtual via Microsoft Teams Who should attend: First Nations Leadership, technicians, and community members For more information, visit: https://www.chiefsmeeting.com/anishinaabe-law-rights-of-nature-rice-lake or contact Ryan Bowie, Associate Director of Environment, at ryan.bowie@coo.org
The Summer 2026 edition of The Advocate is now liv The Summer 2026 edition of The Advocate is now live! This edition features stories on: - Advancing First Nations data sovereignty - Calls for a moratorium on glyphosate spraying - Jordan's Principle implementation and the gaps that continue to persist - The Jay Treaty and cross-border mobility - A reflection on the 10th anniversary of Ontario's Treaties Recognition Week - Youth profile featuring Ramon Kataquapit - Chief profile featuring Nipissing First Nation Chief Cathy Stevens To access the full copy, please visit link in bio
International Youth Day comes as a celebration of International Youth Day comes as a celebration of young people across the globe. We want to extend our commitment to empowering First Nations Youth across the province. Our journeys may be different, but so much of what we carry for the future is shared. "We want opportunities to learn, grow, create, and lead. We want our voices heard not only as the leaders of tomorrow, but as leaders today. Our future is strong when our young people are supported. We are a generation with the power to honour the work that came before us while contributing and creating for the next seven generations. Different Nations. Different communities. Different journeys. A shared and collective responsibility to the future and to those still to come." Happy International Youth Day from the Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council and the Chiefs of Ontario!
Reminder! This Friday: Two Spirit+ Learning Series Reminder! This Friday: Two Spirit+ Learning Series Session Three - The Environment is Queer: Indigiqueer Ecological Reflections Register here: https://coo.smudging.ca:8443/Meeting/Register/37c971dd-4424-42e0-9d51-ac333f4cc4ff Date: August 14, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 ET Who should attend: Anyone looking to strengthen their knowledge and understanding of First Nations 2S/LGBTQQIAPD+ identities and history — allies, 2S/LGBTQQIAPD+ relatives, parents and families of 2S/LGBTQQIAPD+ youth, Knowledge Keepers, and Leadership are all welcome. Location: Virtual via MS Teams This is a space that welcomes questions from a place of curiosity and kindness — you can submit questions to be addressed in the session to Sarah.Whelan@coo.org. For more information, visit: https://www.chiefsmeeting.com/tsls-3-the-environment-is-queer-indigiqueer-ecological-reflections
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