Please be advised that the NAN Special Chiefs Assembly on Treaty has been confirmed for February 4, 5 & 6, 2025. This hybrid Special Chiefs Assembly will take place at the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto, ON.

This Special Chiefs Assembly will be focused on Treaty 5 and Treaty 9, and the current litigation that would impact them. There will be resolutions coming forth on these same topics.

CONFIRMATIONS/REGISTRATION

Registration is now open Chiefs/Proxies are asked to complete a registration form to confirm his/her attendance on the link provided here:

PROXIES

If you are unable to attend, a proxy may be sent. Proxy notice must be sent in advance on your first nation letterhead and signed by the Chief and Council or a quorum of the Council. This letter will ensure that the proxy has full conference privileges to act on your behalf. The designated proxy should bring the original letter to the meeting. A sample proxy letter is attached.

Please send proxy letters to the attention of Grace Winter gwinter@nan.ca (807) 357-3535 or by fax (807) 623-7730.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

Travel will be covered for Chiefs/Proxies. Travel days are Monday February 3, 2025, and Friday February 7, 2025. Air travel will be booked by NAN staff or for the use of a personal vehicle; mileage will be covered and based on the NAN rate. As required by NAN Chiefs Finance Committee, the most economical arrangements will be made to keep the overall costs to a minimum.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Accommodations for the Chiefs/Proxies, Elders, Women & Youth Councils will be booked by NAN Staff.

NAN ELDERS, NAN WOMEN’S COUNCIL AND NAN YOUTH COUNCIL

The NAN Elders Council, Women’s Council and the Oshkaatisak (Young Peoples) Council are invited to attend. NAN will cover their travel expenses and accommodations. NAN staff will contact NAN Elders, Women and Oshkaatisak members directly to register and make travel arrangements.

First Nation & Tribal Councils bringing additional Elders are responsible for all expenses incurred including travel, accommodations and honorarium.

If you require any additional information or require clarification, please contact Melinda Sault Coates at (807) 700-4835 or msaultcoates@nan.ca

Miigwetch!