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National advocacy organization that works to advance the collective aspirations of First Nations individuals and communities across Canada.
- Today is Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. AFN honours all #ResidentialInstitution Survivors and their families and encourages all Canadians to learn about our shared history and help build a #HealingPathForward – not just today but every day.
- Leader of the Conservative Party @PierrePoilievre reiterated the importance of building true nation-to-nation relationships & #FirstNations being a leading player in the national economy. #WalkingTheHealingPath #2022AFNSCA #reconciliation
- Today, we remember and honour the Indigenous Veterans who contributed their skills, language, and bravery as they fought by the side of Canadian soldiers. Take time to read their stories: ow.ly/cbOh50CbKBo #CanadaRemembers #IndigenousVeteransDay
- A win for #FirstNations children and families! The Federal Court has upheld the #CHRT compensation award for First Nations children and their parents/grandparents harmed by Canada’s discriminatory provision of child protection services and failure to uphold #JordansPrinciple. /1
- Candidate Reginald Bellerose has withdrawn. Congratulations to newly elected AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald. Watch LIVE: afn.ca/2021-annual-ge… #AFNElection #AFNAGA #BuildingOurFuture
- On #IndigenousVeteransDay we remember #FirstNations veterans who bravely served. Though many were awarded medals for bravery and gallantry, the reception awaiting those who were able to return home was not the same as non-Indigenous veterans.
- On #OrangeShirtDay and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the AFN honours all #ResidentialInstitution Survivors and their families and encourages all Canadians to commit to #reconciliation to build a brighter future for this generation and the next #7generations.
- We lift up #FirstNations women & girls for their contributions to our families, nations & communities. Today and every day we acknowledge women in all roles and encourage action to restore women and girls to a place of honour and respect in every part of Canada. #IWD2021
- On #RedDressDay and every day, AFN honours survivors of gender based violence and stands in solidarity with families seeking justice for their loved ones. #MMIWG2S #WearRed
- Every student in Canada should learn about the legacy of #ResidentialSchools and its impacts on #FirstNations today. Incorporate the #AFNToolkit in your classroom prior to #OrangeShirtDay: ow.ly/qpzU50BsWzd #ItsOurTime
- BREAKING NEWS: Canadian Human Rights Tribunal approves historic $23.4 billion settlement to compensate First Nations children and families for discrimination under the FNCFS Program and Jordan’s Principle. Next stop: Federal Court in October 2023. Updates to follow.
- Today on Red Dress Day, the AFN honours the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples, and stands with Survivors and families who continue to advocate for justice. We encourage all Canadians to read Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report
- The coroner's report on Joyce Echaquan’s tragic death further confirms the existence of systemic racism in the health care system. /1
