The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) 4th National Climate Gathering
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) will host its 4th National Climate Gathering (theme to be announced) on October 5-8, 2026, in Hamilton, Ontario.
The event will take place at the Hamilton Convention Centre, a venue that is located on the traditional territories of the Mississauga and Haudenosaunee nations, and within the lands protected by the ‘Dish with One Spoon” wampum agreement.
Who Should Attend?
- First Nations leaders and citizens
- First Nations environmental specialists
- Dedicated academics, Environmental Non-Governmental Organizations (ENGOs) and government officials
Draft Gathering Program:
Monday, October 5, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Youth Gathering
5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Gathering Registration Open – Hamilton Convention Centre
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Welcome Reception
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Gathering Registration Open
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Opening Ceremonies, Plenaries, Panel Presentations and Workshop Sessions
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Plenaries, Panel Presentations and Workshop Sessions
Thursday, October 8, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. – Plenaries, Panel Presentations and Workshop Sessions and Closing Ceremonies
