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Assembly of First Nations (Canada)

The Assembly of First Nations is the national organization representing First Nations citizens in Canada. The AFN represents all citizens regardless of age, gender or place of residence.

Resources available:

• Media Centre
• Upcoming Events
• Current Issues
• Publications
• Employment Opportunities
• Programs and Subjects

Links to other sites:

• The Truth and Reconciliation Commission
• Three Fires Confederacy Gathering
• CMHC – First Nations Market Housing Fund
• Provincial Territorial Organizations

Usefulness for research on Indigenous knowledge, media, and community reality:

This site offers information both in English and French about all first nation people in Canada.

• A Declaration of First Nations
• Assembly of First Nations – The Story
• Charter of the Assembly of First Nations
• FAQ about Native Status

Address: http://www.afn.ca/article.asp?id=3