The Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council is the official youth voice for the 133 First Nations in Ontario. @ChiefsofOntario
Toronto, Ontario
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OFNYPC Youth Representative Katelyn Peters met with Assembly of First Nations national chief candidates, including @TheSheilaNorth and Reginald Bellerose, to highlight First Nations youth priorities in Ontario.
We look forward to working with the AFN National Chief to advance the interests of all First Nations young people.
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@OFNYPC_Official Celebrates 50 Years of @Little_NHL and Sends Greetings to Youth and Families
Read the full press release here:
chiefs-of-ontario.org/ofnypc…
Celebrating its 50th year, the Little NHL continues to be an important event for nurturing self-esteem, sportsmanship, and unity among First Nations youth in Ontario. This year's theme, "Honouring Our Water," calls attention to the vital importance of water stewardship and protection.
We commend the 10,000 players, families, and community members gathered for this milestone event. Your presence embodies the resilience and spirit of our communities. We also honour the founders of the Little NHL, whose vision has created a lasting legacy of cultural celebration and sporting excellence.
The OFNYPC is proud to celebrate this historic anniversary. We are inspired by the potential of youth to lead and excel, both on and off the ice. May this tournament continue to be a source of pride, unity, and inspiration to First Nations communities in Ontario for many years to come.
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Mental health matters.
To the @NANComms Youth Council members who spoke today about how we can better support youth mental health: Thank you. Your perspectives are critical, and I’m going to carry this conversation with me as we work to improve wellness supports across Canada.
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NAN Chiefs have declared a State of Emergency as unseasonably warm winter threatens the viability of the seasonal winter road network, a vital transportation link for the majority of NAN’s 49 member First Nations.
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Please reach out to [email protected] or call our Toronto office at 416-597-1266. We look forward to seeing see you at the First Nations Community Wellness Conference!
Event Link:
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🌱 With a focus on economic development, social services, health, justice, the environment, and education, the conference is a unique platform for cross-sector collaboration.
Our online REGISTRATION FORM AND HOTEL BOOKINGS:
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📢 Are you a young leader passionate about making a difference? We're seeking youth panelists to share your stories and insights. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to our collective journey towards improved health and wellness.
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Today, AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak met with Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, Chiefs from across NAN, Minister Gary Anandasangaree, and Minister Patty Hajdu in Ottawa, on Unceded Algonquin Territory, to discuss the urgent mental health crisis affecting First Nations.
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The Crown broke a promise to First Nations. It could now owe billions. - The Washington Post apple.news/AqPdb5FHtRwiHL4sP…
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“For First Nations people, these are not ‘remains’ – they are our Ancestors and we must speak about them as such,” explained Regional Chief Hare.
Read the full statement below:
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NAN GC Alvin Fiddler and Neskantaga Chief Chris Moonias are questioning the reporting process for missing persons in the City of Thunder Bay while expressing heartfelt condolences to the family of missing teenager Mackenzie (Nathan) Moonias.
nan.ca/news/nan-neskantaga-r…
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@OFNYPC_Official Congratulates Cindy Woodhouse on Election as AFN National Chief:
“On behalf of First Nations youth in Ontario, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to National Chief Cindy Woodhouse for her well-deserved victory."
Given that OFNYPC represents one of the largest and most populous regions in Canada, it is imperative that the Assembly of First Nations is instrumental in delivering results that foster opportunities for youth in the Ontario Region.
The OFNYPC looks forward to engaging with National Chief Woodhouse in constructive discussions, exploring opportunities for the @AFN_Updates to actively support First Nations youth in Ontario.
“We eagerly anticipate collaborating with National Chief Woodhouse to advance the priorities of First Nations youth in Ontario, both at the regional and national levels,” added OFNYPC Youth Representative Pierre Debassige.
The OFNYPC commends National Chief @chiefcindyafn for her dedicated stance on critical issues such as First Nations child and family services, housing and infrastructure, and the recognition of First Nations policing as an essential service.
“On behalf of First Nations youth in Ontario, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to National Chief @ChiefCindyW for her well-deserved victory,” expressed the OFNYPC Youth Representative to the AFN National Youth Council Kieran Davis.
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The Chiefs of Ontario support Temagami First Nation and Teme-Augama Anishnabai’s legal action challenging the Ontario Métis Harvesting Agreement and Métis section 35 rights in their Ancestral territory
Read the full statement here:
chiefs-of-ontario.org/the-ch…
