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NAN Chiefs Ratify Historic Child Welfare Agreement

TORONTO, ON: In a historic moment that will protect children and families for generations to come, Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Chiefs-in-Assembly today ratified the landmark $47.8-billion Final Agreement on the long-term reform of the First Nations Child and Family Services Program (FNCFSP). “Today, our Chiefs have decided to reject the status quo and assert the…

Personal Journey of Anishinaabe Storyteller’s Search for Truth Premieres at TIFF

TORONTO, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, on behalf of the Executive Council, congratulates Anishinaabe storyteller Tanya Talaga on the premiere this evening of her new documentary, The Knowing, at the Toronto International Film Festival: “Congratulations to our dear friend Tanya and her creative team for bringing such a powerful and evocative…

NAN Mourns Sudden Passing of AMC Grand Chief

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Executive Council members Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler and Deputy Grand Chiefs Anna Betty Achneepineskum, Bobby Narcisse, and Mike Metatawabin, share heartfelt condolences following the sudden passing of Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC) Grand Chief Cathy Merrick:  “We are deeply saddened by the loss of Grand Chief Cathy Merrick,…

Inquest into Tragic Death of Ruthann Quequish shows Neglect, Racism & Chronic Underfunding

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler says that neglect, racism and chronic underfunding of health care for NAN First Nations is responsible for the tragic death of Ruthann Quequish, whose inquest concluded today. “It has been tremendously difficult for the family to relive the tragic circumstances that led to Ruthann’s passing,…

NAN Honours Keewaywin Awards Recipients

CONSTANCE LAKE FIRST NATION: Members of the newly elected Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Executive Council, Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler and Deputy Grand Chiefs Anna Betty Achneepineskum, Bobby Narcisse, and Mike Metatawabin, congratulate recipients of the 2024 Keewaywin Awards for their outstanding leadership and contributions to our Nations. “These awards recognize the outstanding accomplishments of NAN…
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