Please be advised that the Annual Keewaywin Conference has been confirmed for September 22, 23, 24 2026 to be held at Apitipi Anicinapek Nation.

CONFIRMATIONS/REGISTRATION

Registration is now open Chiefs/Proxies are asked to complete a registration form to confirm attendance on the link provided here: Register Here

PROXIES

If you are unable to attend, a proxy may be sent.  Proxy notice must be sent in advance on your First Nation letterhead and signed by the Chief and Council or a quorum of the Council.  This letter will ensure that the proxy has full conference privileges to act on your behalf.  The designated proxy must bring the original letter to the meeting. A sample proxy letter is attached.

Please send proxy letters to the attention of Natalie Salt via email nsalt@nan.ca or by fax (807) 623-7730.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

Travel will be covered for Chiefs/Proxies. Travel days are Monday, September 21, 2026, and Thursday, September 24, 2026.  Air travel will be booked by NAN staff or for the use of a personal vehicle; mileage will be covered and based on the NAN rate.  As required by NAN Chiefs Finance Committee, the most economical arrangements will be made to keep the overall costs to a minimum.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Accommodations for the Chiefs/Proxies, Elders, Women & Youth Councils will be booked by NAN Staff.

NAN ELDERS, NAN WOMEN’S COUNCIL AND NAN YOUTH COUNCIL

The NAN Elders Council, Women’s Council and the Oshkaatisak (Young Peoples) Council are invited to attend. NAN will cover their travel expenses and accommodations. NAN staff will contact NAN Elders, Women and Oshkaatisak members directly to make travel arrangement.

First Nation & Tribal Councils bringing additional Elders are responsible for all expenses incurred including travel, accommodations and honorarium.

Elders Council registration contact is Sarah Kerr, she can be reached by email skerr@nan.ca or by phone at 1 (807) 623-8228.

Women’s Council registration contact is Jamilee Wanakamik, she can be reached by email jwanakamik@nan.ca or by phone at 1 (807) 623-8228.

Oshkaatisak Council’s registration contact is Hailey Chum, she can be reached by email hchum@nan.ca

KEEEWAYWIN AWARD & BANQUET

The Keewaywin Awards Banquet will be held on the evening of Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at the Ramada in Timmins, beginning at 5:30 PM.

If you require any additional information or require clarification, please contact Charlene Yerxa by email cyerxa@nan.ca or cell (807) 621-6175 / 1(800) 465-9952.