The Assembly of First Nations Annual General Assembly is underway in Quebec City and can be viewed live on the web right here.
You can get the agenda here to see what's going on and when.
7/10/08
A Community Taking Control
Three months after the near-fatal shooting of a two yeard old girl, the author of "Young Thugs: Inside the Dangerous World of Canadian Street Gangs" checks in on Hobbema, Alberta and files an interesting story in the National Post.
6/12/08
6/11/08
A Real and Meaningful Apology?
We are now moments away from the historic apology by the Prime Minister of Canada for the tragic legacy of the Indian Residential Schools, which will take place at 3 p.m. eastern time. Everyone will be able to view the apology live on most major networks (and the internet), including CBC.
This could be a defining moment of our time. Many groups and organizations are urging all Canadians to set aside what they are doing at that time and watch the apology. The eyes of Canadians and the world will be watching. As well, people around the country will be taking part in events to commemorate the occasion.
Will it be a real and meangingful apology? Most are optimistic based on what we've heard so far. National Chief Phil Fontaine has already setout what First Nations' are expecting by way of a sincere and respectful apology.
Is an apology important? Yes, absolutely. Is it the end of the process? Absolutely not. This is just one part - albeit an impotant one - of the comprehensive approach to reconciling the legacy of the residential schools. The Residential Schools Truth and Reconciliation Commission will begin its five-year inquiry process soon, and there will be other events aimed at community commemoration and remembrance.
But, if the apology is done properly and respectfully, this could be a pivotal event in our shared history in this land.
Watch, and let us know what you think. We'll have our response available following the apology.
This could be a defining moment of our time. Many groups and organizations are urging all Canadians to set aside what they are doing at that time and watch the apology. The eyes of Canadians and the world will be watching. As well, people around the country will be taking part in events to commemorate the occasion.
Will it be a real and meangingful apology? Most are optimistic based on what we've heard so far. National Chief Phil Fontaine has already setout what First Nations' are expecting by way of a sincere and respectful apology.
Is an apology important? Yes, absolutely. Is it the end of the process? Absolutely not. This is just one part - albeit an impotant one - of the comprehensive approach to reconciling the legacy of the residential schools. The Residential Schools Truth and Reconciliation Commission will begin its five-year inquiry process soon, and there will be other events aimed at community commemoration and remembrance.
But, if the apology is done properly and respectfully, this could be a pivotal event in our shared history in this land.
Watch, and let us know what you think. We'll have our response available following the apology.
5/29/08
National Day of Action 'Round the Nation
Here is a list of National Day of Action activities by region. This was current as of last night.
Check out the National Day of Action Facebook page (if you're a member) for updates as well.
Hope to see you in the crowd!
Check out the National Day of Action Facebook page (if you're a member) for updates as well.
Hope to see you in the crowd!
3.2 Million More Supporters for the National Day of Action
Assembly of First Nations National Chief Phil Fontaine spoke at the Canadian Labour Congress' 25th Triennial Convention in Toronto on Tuesday, May 27th. The National Chief spoke about the current situation of First Nations in Canada, the reason and context for the National Day of Action and the 7-Point Plan for progress that the AFN is issuing as a challenge to the Government of Canada.
You can view video of the National Chief's speech here.
Following the speech, the Canadian Labour Congress, on behalf of its 3.2 million members, unanimously voted to endorse the AFNs' National Day of Action. That's 3.2 million more supporters calling for a better quality of life for First Nations people and a better tomorrow for First Nations children!
You can view video of the National Chief's speech here.
Following the speech, the Canadian Labour Congress, on behalf of its 3.2 million members, unanimously voted to endorse the AFNs' National Day of Action. That's 3.2 million more supporters calling for a better quality of life for First Nations people and a better tomorrow for First Nations children!
5/20/08
National Day of Action: A Message that Should Be Heard
Excellent editorial about the National Day of Action in today's Toronto Star. Good exposure for the event and the issues in the newspaper with Canada's largest daily circulation.
Read the editorial here.
(...and don't foget to join the National Day of Action Facebook group, for all you Facebook-ers)
Read the editorial here.
(...and don't foget to join the National Day of Action Facebook group, for all you Facebook-ers)
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