AFNQL is made up of Nations who Stand in Solidarity, are Proud of their History and Culture, and do not Need a Court Decision to Confirm their Existence nor their Identity
Press Release WENDAKE, QC, April 14, 2016 – The Supreme Court of Canada ruled today in the Daniels v. Canada case and determined that the Metis and Non-Status Indians are…
Alberta respects the Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling recognizing federal jurisdiction regarding Metis and non-status Indians under the Constitution Act (1867)
Press Release Apr 14, 2016 The Minister of Indigenous Relations, Richard Feehan, issued the following statement regarding the Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling in Daniels v Canada.“We respect the Supreme…
Statement: Minister Bennett Welcomes the Supreme Court of Canada Decision on CAP/Daniels Case
Press Release Ottawa, Ontario, April 14, 2016 – Today, the Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, issued the following statement on the Supreme Court of Canada’s CAP/Daniels…
Standing Hearing for Inquest into Death of Dwayne Flett
Press Release April 14, 2016 A standing hearing will take place to determine who can participate in the upcoming inquest into the death of Dwayne Flett, 32, of St. Theresa…
The Caring Society, AFN, Chiefs of Ontario and Canadian Human Rights Commission respond to the federal government’s further submission on remedies and immediate relief, submitted on April 6, 2016.
April 11, 2016 The Caring Society, AFN, Chiefs of Ontario and Canadian Human Rights Commission respond to the federal government’s further submission on remedies and immediate relief, submitted on April…
NAN Anticipates Recommendation Phase of Inquest as Testimony Phase Concludes
Press Release THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler paid tribute to strength and determination of family members and the many witnesses who provided painful and…
Lawsuit challenges Shell oil permits in Arctic Canada
Press Release OTTAWA, April 12, 2016 – WWF-Canada, represented by Ecojustice lawyers, is taking legal action to quash Arctic oil and gas exploration permits that continue to obstruct conservation efforts…
Change of Command Ceremony at Okimaw Ohci Healing Lodge
April 6, 2016 – Nekaneet First Nation, Saskatchewan – Correctional Service of Canada On April 6, 2016, the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) held a Change of Command Ceremony at…
Mohawk Council of Akwesasne: Ontario Sixties Scoop Claim
March 29, 2016 The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne would like to inform the community about the Ontario Sixties Scoop Claim. The term Sixties Scoop refers to the Canadian practice, beginning…
Child and Youth Advocate releases investigative review involving the death of a 10-month old baby
Press Release March 21, 2016 “The circumstance in which Lily lost her life was tragic. This review is not about blame, it is about learning and making improvements so that…
