Today is Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. AFN honours all #ResidentialInstitution Survivors and their families and encourages all Canadians to learn about our shared history and help build a #HealingPathForward – not just today but every day.
Today, we remember and honour the Indigenous Veterans who contributed their skills, language, and bravery as they fought by the side of Canadian soldiers.
Take time to read their stories: ow.ly/cbOh50CbKBo#CanadaRemembers#IndigenousVeteransDay
A win for #FirstNations children and families! The Federal Court has upheld the #CHRT compensation award for First Nations children and their parents/grandparents harmed by Canada’s discriminatory provision of child protection services and failure to uphold #JordansPrinciple. /1
On #IndigenousVeteransDay we remember #FirstNations veterans who bravely served. Though many were awarded medals for bravery and gallantry, the reception awaiting those who were able to return home was not the same as non-Indigenous veterans.
On #OrangeShirtDay and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the AFN honours all #ResidentialInstitution Survivors and their families and encourages all Canadians to commit to #reconciliation to build a brighter future for this generation and the next #7generations.
We lift up #FirstNations women & girls for their contributions to our families, nations & communities. Today and every day we acknowledge women in all roles and encourage action to restore women and girls to a place of honour and respect in every part of Canada. #IWD2021
On #RedDressDay and every day, AFN honours survivors of gender based violence and stands in solidarity with families seeking justice for their loved ones. #MMIWG2S#WearRed
BREAKING NEWS: Canadian Human Rights Tribunal approves historic $23.4 billion settlement to compensate First Nations children and families for discrimination under the FNCFS Program and Jordan’s Principle. Next stop: Federal Court in October 2023. Updates to follow.
Today on Red Dress Day, the AFN honours the lives of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples, and stands with Survivors and families who continue to advocate for justice.
We encourage all Canadians to read Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report
