Chiefs of Ontario

The Chiefs of Ontario supports all First Nations in Ontario as they assert their sovereignty, jurisdiction, and their chosen expression of nationhood.

[Chiefs of Ontario @ChiefsofOntario]

Canada is pushing Bill C-39 through Parliament without allowing sufficient time to properly examine its implications for First Nations rights.

Legislation of this magnitude demands scrutiny, not shortcuts.

Withdraw Bill C-39. Rights cannot be fast-tracked.

#canpoli #billc39

[Chiefs of Ontario @ChiefsofOntario]

Bill C-39 would make Bill C-5's fast-track approach permanent, putting development timelines ahead of First Nations rights, consent, and environmental protections.

Withdraw Bill C-39. Rights cannot be fast-tracked.

To learn more, please visit: https://t.co/gwmD6vvB5y

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This morning in Toronto, ORC Abram Benedict joined the COO Knowledge Keepers Council for a Pipe Ceremony ahead of the upcoming First Nations First Ministers’ Meeting.

Their guidance supports him in moving forward with a clear mind, a strong heart and a clear sense of purpose.

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The Chiefs of Ontario will host virtual dialogue sessions ahead of the 2026 Fall Chiefs Assembly: Nov 13 (10am-2pm) EST & Nov 20 (10am-12:30pm) EST.

Registration is now open: https://t.co/m8fxLUjo1b

Please visit https://t.co/k5Rub33uU1 or please email [email protected]

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During RSV Awareness Week, the Chiefs of Ontario Health Sector would like to share information and resources on Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), a common but potentially serious respiratory infection.
To learn more about RSV, please visit: https://t.co/5C4YWOvuT2

#RSVawareness

[Nishnawbe Aski Nation @NANComms]

Nishnawbe Aski Nation joins the Chiefs of Ontario, Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador, and British Columbia Assembly of First Nations in rejecting Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act and calling on Canada to withdraw the proposed legislation.
https://t.co/7WSAfdMCDm

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Today in Ottawa, Chief Shelly Moore-Frappier of the Teme Augama Anishinabek joined NDP Leader Avi Lewis and representatives to voice their opposition to Bill C-39.

Read the full press release: https://t.co/C2PnQAHV0s

#BillC39 #FirstNationsRights #TreatyRights #canpoli

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October 4 is the National Day of Action to honour the lives of MMIWG2S+ and stand with the families and First Nations who continue to lead the call for justice.

https://t.co/Ecxg2IoR9L

#SistersInSpirit #MMIWG #MMIWG2S

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A Toronto Star feature highlights the work of archaeologist and cultural adviser Brandy George and the Chiefs of Ontario’s Help Us Bring Our Ancestors Home initiative.

If you have information about First Nations Ancestors or sacred items please visit: https://t.co/NGiZXmXzuR

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Mental health and crisis supports are available for Survivors, First Nations, families, and anyone who may need support.

#NDTR #OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #TruthAndReconciliation

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protecting historical records, and confronting attempts to deny, minimize, or distort the truth.

The resources highlighted in this post offer opportunities to learn from Survivor experiences, support truth-telling, and continue the work of reconciliation.

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who continue to live with the intergenerational impacts of the Residential School system.

Truth must remain at the centre of reconciliation. This means listening to and honouring Survivors, preserving their testimony, supporting ongoing search and repatriation efforts,

[Chiefs of Ontario @ChiefsofOntario]

On September 30, Chiefs of Ontario will mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day alongside communities across Canada.

This is a time to honour Indian Residential School Survivors, the children who never returned home, their families, and all those

[Chiefs of Ontario @ChiefsofOntario]

Ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, Former Special Interlocutor Kimberly Murray reflects on supporting First Nations families searching for missing children.

To learn more, please visit: https://t.co/KbF45izrIO

#NDTR #EveryChildMatters

[Chiefs of Ontario @ChiefsofOntario]

The Chiefs of Ontario will host the Fall Chiefs Assembly (FCA) on November 24-25, 2026, in Toronto, Ontario.
Registration is now live! For more information, or to register, please visit: https://t.co/uFOOgCB5cK.

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Chiefs of Ontario is calling on anyone who may be holding Ancestors, burial items or artifacts to come forward and support their respectful return home
Learn more about the Ancestors Repatriation Initiative: https://t.co/NGiZXmX1Fj
Watch the full message: https://t.co/vBnL9wEOhD

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Ahead of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Chiefs of Ontario has launched an open letter calling for the respectful return of First Nations Ancestors, burial items, sacred items, and artifacts.

Read more: https://t.co/zJY5cxhQM6

[AFN @AFN_Updates]

During Truth and Reconciliation Week, we honour those affected by the Indian Residential Schools, their families, and communities. Education is essential to ensuring these stories are never forgotten and that true reconciliation can be achieved.

Join the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation for daily Lunch & Learn webinars and access free curriculum resources for Grades 1–12. Let’s learn, reflect, and take meaningful steps toward reconciliation. Discover more: https://t.co/ueVhvP8hfA.

#TruthAndReconciliation #TRWeek #EveryChildMatters

[Chiefs of Ontario @ChiefsofOntario]

This Gender Equality Week, we recognize that gender equality means ensuring that all women have security in their homes and economic lives; rights that were not always legally protected for women living on reserve.

#GenderEqualityWeek #GenderEquality

[Chiefs of Ontario @ChiefsofOntario]

The Chiefs of Ontario are hosting a series of Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Implementation – Virtual Information Sessions.

Registration: https://t.co/L6rsKOG5UU

For more information, please visit: https://t.co/h4uCNpSD4Z