Alvin Fiddler
@gcfiddler
Grand Chief of Nishnawbe Aski Nation
Miigwetch Chief Sheri Taylor for stepping up yesterday and voicing the concerns of our communities. #RepealBillC5
Here is a thread of comments from Ginoogaming First Nation Chief Sherry Taylor at today’s First Nations’ Summit:
Shared some birthday reflections today. So grateful to be celebrating another trip around the sun. My heart is full. facebook.com/share/1BDd9nf5…
Congratulations Brenda. We are so proud of you. Keep up the great work.
Brenda Reynolds is the recipient of the Nelson Mandela Award, the first Canadian, and the first indigenous person to be so recognized. Very proud to be joining her at the UN General Assembly today.
"As long as we are willing to work together, we can achieve many things as Indigenous Peoples of the Homelands" - CEO Margaret Kenequanash's story is now included as a Future Pathways Fireside Chat. Watch her interview here: firesidechats.ca/video/margaret…
Congratulations to Tesa Fiddler on her acclamation as @CTFFCE Vice-President (Diversity-designated)!🎊 Your leadership & advocacy for equity in education continue to inspire us all. #CatholicTeachers look forward to working together to build a more just & inclusive future!🌿✊
As we prepare for this last minute meeting with the Prime Minister, these are the situations our communities are facing. We cannot talk about resource development until our people have access to basic necessities, like food and water. cbc.ca/news/canada/th…
Today marks a milestone for @NAPS_Police as we celebrate the largest badging ceremony in its history - welcoming 17 new officers into Ontario’s policing family. To our newest members: you have chosen service over self and answered the call to protect and support communities…
We love our land. We love our waters. And we care about our children’s future. That is why Nishnawbe Aski Nation says NO to nuclear waste. #Kahwin #NoNukeDump
A just and prosperous Ontario must be built on respect - for Indigenous sovereignty, for workers’ rights, and for the land and waters that sustain us all. Miigwetch Ontario Federation of Labour for standing in solidarity with us. #StopBill5 ofl.ca/joint-statemen…
Dr. Elaine Innes who is the first Indigenous physician from the region, whose journey from nurse to Chief of Staff reflects powerful leadership and deep dedication to care. Their stories are a reminder of the impact of Indigenous leadership in building stronger, more inclusive…
Being ‘passionate’ doesn’t give you an excuse to express your racism. If and when Doug Ford is ready to personally apologize to the people of Nishnawbe Aski Nation, we will consider it. If the Premier is sincere with his apology, he needs to show it, not just say it.
NEW: Premier Doug Ford is apologizing for his “cap in hand” comments yesterday and said he was speaking from a place of passion. Ford says he wants to ensure everyone’s working together. #onpoli
First Nations urge Governor General to delay — or even reject — Bill C-5 @gcfiddler cbc.ca/news/politics/…
Ford’s “remarks are offensive, rooted in racism and colonial violence”: @gcfiddler thestar.com/politics/provi…
Deadline approaches to weigh in on Marten Falls Access Road snnewswatch.com/local-news/dea…
Marten Falls chief says feds are disrespecting treaty rights snnewswatch.com/local-news/mar…
First Nations leaders raise their voices on Canada's Bill C5 - @ChiefsofOntario issue and urgent warning. @CurveLakeFN Chief Keith Knott and MSIFN Chief @KellyLaRocca01 today in Ottawa.
Ottawa, Canada: Many First Nations leaders are in Ottawa today @OurCommons to speak up on Bill C5! Hanna Sewell and Pierre Debassige, co-chairs of @OFNYPC_Official with @MSIFN Chief Kelly Larocca. Watch the live stream from Chiefs of Ontario in post linked below, or via…
Bill C-5 'will not apply in our territories,' says @gcfiddler cbc.ca/player/play/vi…
Protest marks beginning of 'long hot summer' if Bill C-5 passes: @gcfiddler @NANComms @ChiefsofOntario aptnnews.ca/national-news/…
Bill C-5 is worse than Doug Ford’s Bill 5. We are inviting everyone to come and stand with us on Tuesday in Ottawa at Parliament Hill to stop it. Our future depends on it. #StopBillC5
We will meet you on the ground, warns @gcfiddler to @fordnation after Bill 5 passes 3rd Reading in the Ontario Legislature this afternoon #killbill5 #FirstNationRights #HonourtheTreaties