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Chiefs of Ontario
TypePolitical organization

Chiefs of Ontario is an organization that supports First Nations in Ontario.[1]

In Anishinabek News

  • March 2013: The organisation issued a report in 2012 calling for First Nations to have greater authority over education programs and funding. The group is led by Regional Chief Stan Beardy.[2]
  • May 2013: The organization pledged to support First Nations leadership in opposing the development of the First Nations Education Act. They hosted an education symposium in May 2013 to gather grassroots input and produce recommendations for their annual general assembly.[3]
  • July 2013: The group is a partner in the province-wide Life Promotion Project: The Gift We Carry suicide prevention initiative.[4]
  • November 2013: The organization hosted a Special Chiefs Assembly in November 2013 to address collective priorities and advocacy. It serves as a platform for decision-making and action for First Nations across Ontario.[5]
  • June 2014: The organization maintains a communications strategy to raise awareness of First Nations history, rights, and priorities. In June 2014, the group partnered with the Law Society of Upper Canada for a discussion on the intersection of Treaty rights and resource development.[6]
  • September 2014: The organization assisted the Assembly of First Nations in creating a video to raise awareness about the importance of cancer screening.[7]
  • November 2014: The Political Confederacy of this organization met in Toronto in November 2014 to discuss federal budget policies and infrastructure funding. The organization expressed concern that infrastructure needs could grow to $9.7 billion by 2018 if budget reallocations and funding caps continue.[8]
  • February 2015: The organization was a collaborator in the administration of the Life Promotion Strategy.[9]
  • February 2015: The organization sent a delegation of leaders and families to a national roundtable on missing and murdered Indigenous women in Ottawa on February 27, 2015. In early February 2015, the group hosted a two-day gathering in Thunder Bay to help families share stories and develop the scope for a potential inquiry. The leadership continues to demand that the Government of Canada establish an independent public commission of inquiry.[10]
  • April 2015: The organization's health sector hosted the 2015 Health Forum in Toronto for First Nation health personnel and leadership. The group was scheduled to hold elections in 2015. The Political Confederacy of this organization developed a work plan to establish a new relationship with the government of Ontario.[11]
  • April 2015: The organization receives housing strategy recommendations from the Ontario First Nation Housing Steering Committee. The Chiefs in Assembly established the Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council in 2004.[12]
  • April 2015: The Chiefs of Ontario advocated for the rights of Asubpeeschoseewagong members facing legal action from CN Rail in 2015. The organization planned a gathering at Wauzhushk Onigum First Nation in June 2015 to discuss infrastructure on Indigenous lands.[13]
  • May 2015: The organization was scheduled to hold an election for leadership positions in 2015. The Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief serves as the lead for the health portfolio within this organization.[14]
  • May 2015: The organization's Chiefs in Assembly established the Ontario First Nations Young Peoples Council in 2004. The Ontario First Nation Housing Steering Committee provides recommendations to the Regional Chief and the Political Confederacy of this organization.[15]
  • May 2015: The organization advocates for collective decision-making and action for First Nations across Ontario. Members of its Political Confederacy met with the Attorney General in May 2015 to discuss justice system priorities.[16]
  • September 2015: The organization provided analysis of political party positions to help First Nations voters make informed decisions during the 2015 election cycle.[17]
  • September 2015: The organization signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the premier of Ontario as a sign of a renewing social partnership.[18]
  • December 2015: Donna Debassige represents the Anishinabek Nation on this organisation's First Nations Women’s Caucus.[19]
  • December 2015: The organization signed a Political Accord with the provincial government to achieve a bilateral relationship. This accord is viewed as a positive step toward providing clarity in consultation processes.[20]
  • January 2016: The organization maintains a Health Committee chaired by Patrick Madahbee.[21]
  • March 2016: The Anishinabek Nation leadership attended a health forum and a board meeting hosted by this organization in early 2016.[22]
  • March 2016: The secretariat advocates for collective decision-making and action for First Nation communities across Ontario.[23]
  • May 2016: The organization's Political Confederacy met with Premier Wynne to discuss issues such as climate change, water, and infrastructure. The Political Confederacy participated in a meeting to discuss Truth and Reconciliation Commission recommendations.[24]
  • May 2016: Shirley Ida Williams serves as an Elder for this organization regarding health programming.[25]
  • May 2016: The organization includes a Political Confederacy where the leaders of Anishinabek Nation and Grand Council Treaty #3 collaborate.[26]
  • July 2016: Gary Dokis formerly served as the executive director of this organization.[27]
  • May 2017: Patrick Madahbee welcomed the new leaders of the Association of Iroquois and Allied Indians to working with this organization.[28]
  • June 2017: The organization hosted a Special Chiefs Assembly in May 2017 to discuss infrastructure assets and maintenance shortfalls. Leadership gathered at this assembly to focus on mitigation plans for water treatment, fire services, and housing.[29]
  • June 2017: As of June 2017, Shirley Williams sits as an Elder and Cultural Advisor for this organization.[30]
  • February 2018: The organisation signed a Political Accord with Ontario in 2015 to guide their bilateral relationship.[31]
  • March 2018: The organisation signed a Political Accord with the government of Ontario in 2015. Its leadership has worked with the provincial government on files including child welfare and social services.[32]
  • June 2018: Staff from this organization provided presentations during the 2018 Ontario Native Education Counselling Association conference. The group contributed to updates on what is happening in Indigenous education.[33]
  • June 2018: The organization saw the election of its first female Ontario Regional Chief, RoseAnne Archibald, in 2018.[34]
  • May 2019: The organization hosted the The story of our Roots, Photo Voice project. As of May 2019, Robin Beauclair is the Executive Assistant to the Ontario Regional Chief.[35]
  • July 2019: Regina Mandamin formerly served as a senior research advisor for this organization.[36]
  • July 2019: The Chiefs of Ontario signed an agreement with the provincial government in 2010 regarding tax exemptions for First Nations people. The 2010 agreement recognizes the entitlement of Ontario First Nations citizens to certain tax exemptions using a Status Card.[37]
  • August 2019: Lance Copegog represented Anishinabek youth at the provincial level through the Chiefs of Ontario.[38]
  • October 2019: The organisation formerly maintained an office in the building that was repurposed for The Family Centre.[39]
  • October 2019: The organization produced a toolkit to assist citizens and leaders during the federal election.[40]
  • March 2020: The organization hosted a Special Chiefs Assembly in Ottawa from February 4 to 6, 2020. Anishinabek Nation leadership used the venue to meet with various provincial and federal ministers.[41]
  • April 2020: The organisation serves as a collective decision-making and advocacy body for First Nation communities across Ontario.[42]
  • June 2020: The organization participated in the Ipperwash Inquiry through an engagement process led by Nathan Wright.[43]
  • July 2020: Waasekom Niin previously worked for the Chiefs of Ontario.[44]
  • August 2020: The organization participated in implementation tables with the provincial government for about five years following the Report of the Ipperwash Inquiry. These discussions covered topics such as policing, heritage, burials, and the proposed Treaty Commission.[45]
  • December 2020: The organization received reports on the progress and planning of the provincial vaccine rollout.[46]
  • January 2021: This organization is among those that call upon Rita Fenton to serve as an Elder.[47]
  • February 2021: The group brought a resolution forward on February 3, 2021, calling for the governments of Canada and Ontario to shelve the small modular reactor program. They suggested that funds for the program should be spent on other means of energy for First Nations.[48]
  • March 2021: The Host Committee for this organization is coordinating the 42nd Annual General Assembly of the Assembly of First Nations. The committee is seeking artwork that celebrates the resilience and culture of First Nations in Ontario. It has developed a schedule of social and cultural programming to run alongside the national assembly in 2021.[49]
  • March 2021: The organization serves as a collective decision-making and advocacy body for First Nation communities across Ontario.[50]
  • April 2021: The group supported the development of the Indigenous Law and Justice Institute at Lakehead University.[51]
  • April 2021: The leadership council of this organization passed a motion in February 2021 to take a position on nuclear waste in Ontario.[52]
  • April 2021: The organization serves as a collective decision-making and advocacy body for 133 First Nations communities across Ontario. The office of the Ontario Regional Chief is supported by this secretariat.[53]
  • May 2021: The organization provided a contact for information regarding the court challenge against Bill 197.[54]
  • June 2021: Elaine Johnston argued that the organization should return to its original mandate as an advocacy body. The organization was formed during the time the father of Elaine Johnston served as a Chief. The group includes various committees such as the Chiefs Committee on Health and the Chief Committee on Energy.[55]
  • June 2021: Nathan Wright worked within the Chiefs of Ontario secretariat during his 18-year career in government relations. The organization led successful efforts to defeat the First Nation Governance Act in the early 2000s and the imposition of HST in 2010. The secretariat was involved in the 2018 creation of the Sovereign Wealth Fund.[56]
  • June 2021: The organization works to address priorities for 133 First Nation communities. During the COVID-19 pandemic, its leadership council highlighted issues such as the housing crisis and the need for increased government funding. The organization advocates for First Nation jurisdiction over child well-being and the procurement of essential supplies like vaccines and personal protective equipment.[57]
  • June 2021: The organization supports First Nations as they assert sovereignty, jurisdiction, and nationhood. Its activities are mandated by the Chiefs-in-Assembly and guided by a Leadership Council representing various regional organizations. The secretariat participated in the traditional ceremonies and Oath of Office for the Ontario Regional Chief in June 2021.[58]
  • December 2021: The organization is recognized as a key partner in supporting the Indigenous tourism sector's recovery.[59]
  • January 2022: The organization followed the lead of the Anishinabek Nation in adopting traditional stand-up formats for selecting Grand Chiefs.[60]
  • January 2022: The organization helped negotiate an Agreement-in-Principle to address long-term reform of First Nations child and family services.[61]
  • February 2022: The organization was represented by Reg Niganobe during a standing committee meeting on nuclear waste governance in February 2022.[62]
  • February 2022: The Chiefs of Ontario were represented by Reg Niganobe during a 2022 parliamentary testimony regarding the nuclear industry. The organization maintains resolutions passed by leadership to ensure the safe storage and travel of nuclear waste through their territories.[63]
  • August 2022: The organization held its All Chiefs Conference in Toronto from June 14 to 16, 2022. The 2022 conference was hosted by the Independent First Nations in a hybrid format.[64]
  • November 2022: The organization expressed full support for leadership opposing Bill 23: More Homes Built Faster Act in November 2022. The group stated that the provincial government is failing to fulfill its duty to consult with sovereign First Nations. The organization called for a commitment from the province to respect the jurisdiction and inherent rights of indigenous communities.[65]
  • January 2023: The organization provides support to the Little Native Hockey League tournament. Patrick Madahbee acts as a political advisor to keep the Chiefs informed about tournament developments.[66]
  • March 2023: The Chiefs of Ontario held a Fall Assembly that was attended by Anishinabek Nation representatives. The organization hosted a Language Conference in February 2023 and a Health Forum in early March 2023.[67]
  • April 2023: The organization recognizes Indigenous Tourism Ontario for its work in the tourism sector across Ontario.[68]
  • August 2023: Youth leaders at the 2023 gathering suggested that ideas from community youth councils could be brought forward to this level.[69]
  • September 2023: The organization held its Annual Chiefs Assembly in Thunder Bay from June 13 to 15, 2023. During the assembly, leaders expressed strong opposition to Bill C-53 and called for a protest at Parliament Hill.[70]
  • November 2023: The organization released a statement on October 20, 2023, declaring it does not recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario as a legitimate group. In 2010, the leadership directed the termination of a political protocol with the Métis Nation of Ontario due to conflicting rights assertions. The group argued that Bill C-53 and the Métis Recognition and Self-Government Agreement pose an existential risk to First Nations in Ontario.[71]
  • December 2023: The organization held its Fall Chiefs Assembly in Toronto from November 20 to 23, 2023. The assembly addressed priorities such as the Indigenous Police Chiefs of Ontario federal court challenge and the restructure of the First Nations Lifelong Learning Table.[72]
  • December 2023: The organization released a statement in December 2023 outlining hopes for the upcoming year regarding First Nations ancestral and treaty territories. Leadership from the group has consistently opposed Bill C-53 and organized demonstrations on Parliament Hill in 2023. The group called on the Métis National Council to ensure a transparent review of new historic communities identified by the Métis Nation of Ontario.[73]
  • January 2024: Susan Chiblow formerly served as the environmental coordinator for the Environment Unit of this organization.[74]
  • January 2024: The Métis Nation of Ontario has expressed a desire to meet with the leadership of this organization.[75]
  • March 2024: Delegates from this organization joined regional lobbying efforts in Ottawa to meet with federal representatives. The group collaborated with the Anishinabek Nation to iterate opposition to critical legislation impacting First Nations.[76]
  • March 2024: The organization conducted research showing that youth and adults view spiritual practices and ceremony as essential to health. The group organized a health conference where community members raised concerns about the opioid crisis.[77]
  • March 2024: The organization hosted the First Nations Community Wellness Conference in March 2024. The group advocates for better funding and resources to address the social determinants of health in First Nations communities.[78]
  • July 2024: Joe Miskokomon served as one of the first executive directors for the organization.[79]
  • September 2024: The organization was consulted during the development of a new First Nation source water protection framework presented by Deborah McGregor.[80]
  • September 2024: The Leadership Council met in Ottawa on August 20, 2024, to discuss child welfare reform and greenhouse gas pricing. The assembly held an election and discussed water legislation and mining task forces in June 2024.[81]
  • September 2024: The organization does not recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario as a legitimate organization. In 2010, the group rescinded a 2004 protocol agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario because required annual meetings never occurred. A 2011 resolution by the group advised that government and industry should not consult the Métis Nation of Ontario on energy projects or resource revenue sharing.[82]
  • November 2024: Wilmer Nadjiwon attempted to bring the organization's leaders together to oppose environmental threats to Georgian Bay.[83]
  • November 2024: The organization held its Fall Chiefs’ Assembly in Thunder Bay from November 19-21, 2024. Leadership from the Anishinabek Nation participated in federal lobby days and leadership council meetings organized by this body.[84]
  • February 2025: On February 26, 2025, the assembly passed a resolution to support and ratify the Ontario Final Agreement and the Trilateral Agreement.[85]
  • March 2025: The organization held an annual assembly in Thunder Bay to discuss healthcare, education, and infrastructure. Leadership participated in a retreat and committee meetings regarding the economy and long-term reform negotiations in early 2025.[86]
  • March 2025: Representatives Brenda Owl and Zachariah General provided an overview of Non-insured Health Benefits. The organization participated in the first day of the 2025 diabetes conference.[87]
  • May 2025: The organization held a Special Chiefs Assembly where Irving Leblanc was honored for his service. The body presented Irving Leblanc with an Eagle Feather and gifts to recognize his advocacy for First Nation leadership.[88]
  • June 2025: The body partnered with the Anishinabek Nation and other organizations to protest against Bill 5, Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025.[89]
  • June 2025: The organization passed an emergency resolution on June 14, 2025, opposing the federal government's proposed One Canadian Economy Act. Leadership argued that the legislation was being rushed through Parliament without meaningful consultation or study involving First Nations. The group is coordinating a national coalition and organizing a rally on Parliament Hill for June 17, 2025.[90]
  • June 2025: The organization recognizes Indigenous Tourism Ontario for its work in the tourism sector.[91]
  • August 2025: The organization coordinated the First Nations Community Wellness Conference held in Toronto in August 2025.[92]
  • August 2025: The organization issued a statement on July 31 informing the provincial government that 40 First Nations reached a consensus to reject glyphosate use. The group has taken up the "Stop the Spray" campaign on behalf of the Traditional Ecological Knowledge Elders. Several leaders from the organization were invited to participate in the protest held at Serpent River First Nation in August 2025.[93]
  • August 2025: The organization held a three-day wellness conference in Toronto that concluded on August 21, 2025. The conference included a workshop titled “The Land is Better with us On It: Environmental Caretaking, Youth Empowerment, and Traditional Knowledge”.[94]
  • September 2025: The organization coordinated the First Nations Community Wellness Conference held in August 2025.[95]
  • September 2025: The Chiefs of Ontario organized the First Nations Community Wellness Conference held in Toronto in August 2025. Leadership from the organization recently met with the Minister of Indigenous Services to discuss concerns regarding Jordan's Principle. The organization passed four resolutions at its June 2025 assembly to advocate for changes to the human rights principle.[96]
  • September 2025: The Chiefs of Ontario served as the organizers for the First Nations Community Wellness Conference held in August 2025.[97]
  • October 2025: The organization hosted an Early Learning & Child Care Conference in Mississauga in October 2025.[98]
  • November 2025: The organization held its annual fall assembly in Toronto to discuss education, child welfare, water, and infrastructure. Regional Chiefs from the Anishinabek Nation participate in various portfolios and advocacy efforts within this body.[99]
  • March 2026: The organization previously hosted a youth advisory council that included Tristen Schneider.[100]
  • March 2026: The Chiefs-in-Assembly passed a resolution in June 2025 calling for the abolishment of glyphosate-based herbicides within all First Nation traditional territories in Ontario.[101]
  • May 2026: The organization hosted the Powering Up Data Sovereignty conference in Toronto in May 2026. The organization is working on an education dashboard.[102]
  • May 2026: The organization hosted the Powering Up Data Sovereignty conference at the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto. The three-day event concluded on May 14 and featured workshops on research ethics and data sovereignty.[103]
  • June 2026: The organization is scheduled to hold its annual chiefs assembly from June 16 to 18, 2026, at Chippewas of Rama First Nation. Joe Miskokomon is advocating within this organization for a strategic focus on significant items rather than program delivery.[104]
  • June 2026: The organization held its Annual Chiefs Assembly in June 2026 at Chippewas of Rama First Nation.[105]
  • September 2026: The organization launched an open letter in September 2026 calling for the return of First Nations ancestors and sacred items held by individuals and institutions. In June 2025, the Ontario Chiefs-in-Assembly passed a resolution directing the organization to advance repatriation efforts. The body acts as a facilitator to connect information holders with the appropriate First Nations to ensure a First Nations-led return process.[106]
  • September 2026: On September 30, 2026, the organization called for governments to confront the rise of Indian Residential School denialism. The group advocated for the criminalization of denialism to protect survivors from intimidation and false narratives. The organization emphasized that provincial and federal governments must uphold commitments to First Nation communities regarding reconciliation work.[1]

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  87. ↑ "Anishinabek Nation hosts its third annual Diabetes Conference", Anishinabek News, 17 March 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  88. ↑ "Anishinabek Nini elected into the Canadian Academy of Engineering", Anishinabek News, 26 May 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  89. ↑ "Anishinabek Nation and other political territorial organizations call for immediate withdrawal of Bill 5", Anishinabek News, 2 June 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  90. ↑ "Chiefs of Ontario issue urgent warning on Bill C-5, the One Canadian Economy Act, and will rally on Parliament Hill", Anishinabek News, 14 June 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  91. ↑ "Sainte-Marie hosts travelling Indigenous Ingenuity Exhibit this summer", Anishinabek News, 28 June 2025 (archived copy; original article).
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  93. ↑ "TEK Elders hold demonstration against Glyphosate spraying", Anishinabek News, 27 August 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  94. ↑ "Details of canoe building program shared at Chiefs of Ontario wellness conference", Anishinabek News, 30 August 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  95. ↑ "Keynote speech at Toronto wellness conference focuses on land-based healing", Anishinabek News, 7 September 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  96. ↑ "Updates on Jordan’s Principle provided at wellness conference in Toronto", Anishinabek News, 9 September 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  97. ↑ "Details of complex trauma of First Nations peoples provided at Toronto wellness conference", Anishinabek News, 10 September 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  98. ↑ "Details of early learning and child care project provided at Mississauga conference", Anishinabek News, 9 October 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  99. ↑ "Political quarterly update: Fall 2025", Anishinabek News, 28 November 2025 (archived copy; original article).
  100. ↑ "Robinson Huron Waawiindamaagewin launches first-ever Robinson Huron Treaty Youth Advisory", Anishinabek News, 4 March 2026 (archived copy; original article).
  101. ↑ "Robinson Huron Treaty Nations Public Notice: No Consent for Herbicide Spraying in Treaty Territory", Anishinabek News, 24 March 2026 (archived copy; original article).
  102. ↑ "Panelists discuss data sovereignty at Toronto conference", Anishinabek News, 28 May 2026 (archived copy; original article).
  103. ↑ "Whitefish River members provide details of Manitoulin Island committee at Toronto conference", Anishinabek News, 29 May 2026 (archived copy; original article).
  104. ↑ "Political quarterly update: Spring 2026", Anishinabek News, 10 June 2026 (archived copy; original article).
  105. ↑ "Anishinabek Nation Grand Council Chief offers thoughts on proposed legislation", Anishinabek News, 26 June 2026 (archived copy; original article).
  106. ↑ "Chiefs of Ontario launches Open Letter Calling for Respectful Return of First Nations Ancestors", Anishinabek News, 26 September 2026 (archived copy; original article).
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