Nishnawbe Aski Nation ᐊᓂᔑᓇᐯ ᐊᔅᑭ ᐅᑭᒪᐎᓐ

09/30/2026

Today, on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Nishnawbe Aski Nation honours the children who never came home, the Survivors who carry the weight of what was done to them, and the families and communities who continue to live with the intergenerational trauma left behind by the Indian Residential School system.

This is a day of mourning, of reflection, and of commitment to the truth that must come before any genuine reconciliation can take place.
Today, NAN staff, students, and community members walked together through the streets of Thunder Bay in support of Residential School Survivors and their families. Reconciliation is not a declaration or a federal holiday. It is an active, daily commitment to truth and meaningful action - a reckoning with what was done, the systems that allowed it, and the racism that persists today.

Miigwetch to Elder Peter Sackenay, Minister of Indigenous Services Mandy Gull-Masty, Fort William First Nation Chief Michele Solomon, and City of Thunder Bay Acting Mayor Brian Hamilton for speaking at today's event and sharing in this important day of remembrance. And to the DFC Drum Group, the Thunder Bay Police Service, and everyone from the community who came out to stand with Survivors and their families - Chi-miigwetch.

To every Survivor: we see you, we honour you, and we stand with you.
To every child who never made it home: we remember you. 🧡

09/29/2026

Social Services Strategic Advancement will be hosting an Ontario Final Agreement Implementation Gathering October 14–15, 2026, at the Superior Inn, Thunder Bay.

This OFA Gathering will be a practical, hands-on preparation session for three community representatives per community – First Nation technicians, program directors/senior staff, and Chief and/or Council – who are directly involved in the development of their Multi-Year Plans (MYP). The MYP is a strategic planning tool under the OFA which focuses on goals, priorities, and funding needs in three areas of child welfare: Prevention, First Nation Representative Services (FNRS or Band Rep), and Post Majority Support Services (PMSS).

This practical approach will also be available for the development of the First Nations Infrastructure Investment Plan (FNIIP), which will support First Nations as they develop and outline their capital infrastructure needs.

We look forward to learning each community's strength-based approaches as these MYPs and FNIIPs are developed. We recognize each community's unique needs and priorities, as well as the invaluable knowledge being brought to the Gathering as part of this OFA implementation.

Please note that the registration deadline is October 7, 2026. Early registration is encouraged to allow sufficient time to book travel arrangements. Please be advised that any travel costs for late registrations will be the responsibility of the registrant.

Registration information has been provided to First Nation Leadership. For any additional information, please contact Christa Piscopo at [email protected] or [email protected]

09/29/2026

Join us for Orange Shirt Day, a Walk and Gathering in support of Residential School Survivors and their Families.

🧡 Wednesday, September 30
🧡 T-Shirts will be provided at 10:00AM
🧡 Opening Remarks at 10:30am
🧡 Walk begins at 11:30am
🧡 Event begins at 12:30pm
🧡 Light Lunch to follow

Please gather at Nishnawbe Aski Nation Office located at 200 Syndicate Ave. S., where we will begin the walk, and make our way to Vickers Park.
Please see the route on the graphic for more details.

For more information regarding the event, please reach out to [email protected]

09/28/2026

Today, Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler and Deputy Grand Chief Bobby Narcisse gathered with staff and students for the annual Every Child Matters Powwow at Dennis Franklin Cromarty High School.

Deputy Grand Chief Narcisse spoke to the importance of understanding the truth of residential school experiences and the history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada as the foundation for reconciliation. He encouraged students to learn, ask questions, speak up against racism and stereotypes, and take action to help build a better future.

Miigwetch to the talented and powerful dancers and drummers whose energy and spirit made today's Powwow so special.

Every Child Matters.

09/25/2026

We were in beautiful Bearskin Lake First Nation Friday to celebrate a remarkable milestone - 50 years as a fully recognized First Nation.

Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler and Elder Rosie Mosquito joined Chief Marshall Beardy and the community for this special celebration, recognizing the generations of leaders, families, Elders and youth who have helped shape Bearskin Lake into the strong community it is today.

In 1975, Bearskin Lake First Nation achieved official band and reserve status after previously operating as a satellite community of Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug. Fifty years later, the community continues to honour its history while looking towards the future.

Congratulations to Bearskin Lake First Nation on 50 years! Miigwetch to Chief Beardy, the community and everyone who organized this week's celebration.

09/24/2026

Leaders from across Nishnawbe Aski Nation stood united today in defence of their Treaty and inherent rights, and jurisdiction over their traditional territories

APITIPI ANICINAPEK NATION: Leaders from across Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) stood united today in defence of their Treaty and inherent rights, and jurisdiction over their traditional territories, as federal legislation introduced this week, the Building Canada Strong Act, that threatens […]

09/24/2026

Day 3 of the 44th Annual Keewaywin Conference is underway in Apitipi Anicinapek Nation!

The day opened with Ghost Mountain Drum, an opening prayer, and a summary of Day 2 from Co-chairs Norm Wesley, Saffron Fiddler, and Youth Co-chair Lance Black.

Today's agenda is filled with important discussions for our Nation, including Resolutions and an update on OFA.

The Keewaywin Conference will conclude today around noon.

Watch Live: https://youtube.pulse.ly/k9vit4qvcy

09/24/2026

That's a wrap on Day 2 of the 44th Annual Keewaywin Conference in Apitipi Anicinapek Nation!

Today's discussions covered a range of critical issues for our Nation, including NAN Health Transformation, messages from our Elders, Women's Council, and Oshkaatisak Council. A full and productive day of important work for our communities.

This evening, Chiefs, delegates, and community members gathered for the Keewaywin Awards Banquet to honour this year's outstanding recipients. Congratulations once again to all award winners, your contributions to our Nation are an inspiration to us all.

Miigwetch to Chief June Black, Council, and the people of Apitipi Anicinapek Nation for another day of incredible hospitality and warmth.

The 44th Annual Keewaywin Conference concludes tomorrow.

Watch here: https://youtube.pulse.ly/lp16heliaa