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THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Deputy Chief Anna Betty Achneepineskum has released the following statement of support for Survivors, their families and supporters, following approval of the Ralph Rowe Class Action Settlement Agreement: “Today represents a tremendous achievement for these Survivors and everyone who has worked so hard seeking validation for what they…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Deputy Grand Chief Bobby Narcisse applauds and congratulates all parties on today’s approval by the Federal Court of more than $23 billion in compensation for First Nations children, youth, and families who have suffered from Canada’s discriminatory conduct in the provision of child welfare services and the application of…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler, on behalf of the Executive Council, shares heartfelt condolences on the passing of long-serving Whitewater Lake First Nation Chief Arlene Slipperjack:“We are very saddened with the news this weekend that our dear colleague Chief Arlene Slipperjack has begun her journey to the Spirit World.…

THUNDER BAY, ON: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler has issued an open letter to Ontario Premier Doug Ford on the eve of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Dear Premier Ford, Tomorrow is Orange Shirt Day, when we walk in honour of the children who survived the Indian Residential School System,…

WINNIPEG, MB: Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN)’s Executive Council joined with leadership from across the country to recognize former Grand Chief and NAN Elder Wallace ‘Wally’ McKay for his years of leadership during the 2023 Leadership Gala in Winnipeg last night. Yesterday’s gala was organized to show of strength and unity, bringing together former and current…