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: chiefs-of-ontario.org/priori… Watch the full message: piped.video/watch?v=sjPWYugq…

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: chiefs-of-ontario.org/chiefs…

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: trw-svr.nctr.ca/. #TruthAndReconciliation #TRWeek #EveryChildMatters

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

The Chiefs of Ontario are hosting a series of Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Implementation – Virtual Information Sessions. Registration: coo.smudging.ca/Meeting/Regi… For more information, please visit: chiefsmeeting.com/ofa-implem…

🔥Wildfire Training | Kab Lake Lodge | Sept 27 – Oct 3, 2026 IPCO, in partnership with the International Wildfire Alliance, presents an accredited wildfire training program for First Nations communities across Ontario. Register: IPCOWildfireKabLake.rsvpify.…

On Monday, First Nations leaders, Barbara Kentner’s family, and supporters marched from Parliament Hill to the Parole Board of Canada’s National Office to demand justice and accountability. Now, you can add your voice. Send a letter: actionnetwork.org/letters/ju…

First Nations across the Ontario region have repeatedly raised serious concerns regarding the Métis Nation of Ontario’s assertions of so-called “historic communities”, harvesting territories, and rights within First Nations’ territories chiefs-of-ontario.org/ontari… #onpoli #canpoli

The Chiefs of Ontario are hosting an Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Southern Gathering from November 4-5 in Toronto, ON for southern First Nations to attend. For additional information, or to complete registration, please visit: chiefsmeeting.com/ofasouther…

The Chiefs of Ontario are hosting an Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Northern Gathering from October 7-8 in Thunder Bay, ON for northern First Nations to attend. For additional informatin, or to complete registration, please visit: chiefsmeeting.com/ofanorther…

"She deserved to see her children grow and she deserved to be a grandmother. We will not let Barbara be forgotten. We will continue to seek justice.” Barbara Kentner's family, First Nation leaders protest man's parole, called 'miscarriage of justice' cbc.ca/news/canada/thunder-b…

Justice for Barbara Kentner: First Nations Leadership Demand Federal Accountability and Action To read the statement, visit: chiefs-of-ontario.org/justic…

On International Overdose Awareness Day, we honor the lives lost to overdose and acknowledge the ongoing impact of the toxic drug crisis in First Nation across Ontario. This day is a reminder of the importance of compassion, understanding, and action.

📢 MEDIA ADVISORY: Barbara Kentner’s family and First Nations Leadership will gather in Ottawa on Aug. 31 to demand accountability following the decision to grant Brayden Bushby full parole. Press conference: 10 AM March & rally: 11 AM 🔗chiefs-of-ontario.org/media-… #canpoli

Join us in Ottawa on Monday, Aug 31 as Barbara Kentner’s family and First Nations leadership, and supporters come together to demand justice, accountability, systemic change, and stronger support for First Nations victims and families. #onpoli #canpoli

Chiefs of Ontario will host the Fall Chiefs Assembly (FCA) November 23–25, 2026, in Toronto, ON. Day 1 will focus on the RIGC Project, with Days 2 & 3 covering key First Nations priorities. Registration coming soon! #COOFCA2026

The Chiefs of Ontario will host a virtual session on Anishinaabe Law and the Rights of Nature to Care for Rice Lake on August 28, 2026. Registration is now live: coo.smudging.ca/Meeting/Regi…

The Summer 2026 edition of The Advocate is now live! This edition features stories on: - Advancing First Nations data sovereignty - Calls for a moratorium on glyphosate spraying - And more! To access the full copy, please visit: chiefs-of-ontario.org/resour…

Happy International Youth Day from the Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council and the Chiefs of Ontario!

The Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) Indigenous Engagement Team application intake window for the Indigenous Energy Support Program (IESP) 3.0 is now open. To learn more: environment.chiefs-of-ontari…