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AFN Chooses Interim National Chief Ahead of Annual Meeting

The Assembly of First Nations has appointed a new temporary leader as the advocacy organization tries to forge a path forward after the tumultuous tenure and ousting of its national chief. Joanna Bernard, who is the regional chief for New Brunswick, has been chosen as the interim national chief until a new one is elected…


External Report on Ousted AFN Chief RoseAnne Archibald Found Harassment, Wrongdoing

An investigation into allegations against former Assembly of First Nations national chief RoseAnne Archibald found the ousted leader was guilty of workplace harassment and created a toxic work environment. The report by Emond Harnden LLP reviewed five complaints against Archibald and found her behaviour amounted to harassment in more than one instance. A summary of…


RoseAnne Archibald Calls for Reinstatement After Removal as AFN National Chief

RoseAnne Archibald is calling on supporters to tell their chiefs and councils to reinstate her after she was voted out as national chief of the Assembly of First Nations last week. In a five minute video posted to Facebook, Archibald also urged supporters to ensure a forensic audit of the national advocacy organization moved ahead….


‘Looking At’ Seizing Control Over Western Canada’s Natural Resources

Commentary Last week, two things happened that could have profound impacts on natural resources development in Saskatchewan. One is a hint the federal government might want to take control of natural resources away from the provinces, and the other is the Saskatchewan government’s assertion that it’s not going to happen. And now, Premier Scott Moe…


First Nations Leaders, NDP Opposed to Latest Federal Gun Restriction Bill in Current Form

Chiefs and their representatives at the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) yesterday voted to publicly reject the federal government’s proposed gun-control legislation over concerns it would criminalize firearms many First Nations people use for hunting. The chiefs voted unanimously in favour of an emergency resolution to oppose the legislation, while NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh told the…


National Chief’s Suspension Overshadows AFN Annual Assembly

Controversy overshadows the Assembly of First Nations’ annual gathering this week as it seeks the continued suspension of its national chief. From July 5–7, the AFN is holding its 43rd Annual General Assembly both virtually and at the Vancouver Convention Centre. The organization’s executive committee has drafted a resolution that asks the chiefs to ratify and continue…