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Bicentennial, Honours First Nation Contributions
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Assembly of First Nations National Chief Recognizes War of 1812 Bicentennial,
Honours First Nation Contributions
OTTAWA, July 13, 2012 /CNW/ - In recognition of its 200th anniversary, and the
over 10,000 First Nation lives lost during the War of 1812, Assembly of First
Nations (AFN) National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today expressed gratitude to
all veterans, particularly First Nations for their contributions during the
war.
"First Nations fought shoulder-to-shoulder with the British in this important
conflict," said AFN National Chief Shawn Atleo. "First Nations engaged as
allies just as was agreed to in Treaties, to work together for a better future
for all of us. This is, and must, be the way forward - returning to that
original relationship, working together based on mutual respect and the
implementation of rights and the Treaties."
Commemorating First Nation contributions during the War of 1812 is part of
special events taking place next week in Toronto during AFN's 33rd Annual
General Assembly. Highlights include an Eagle Staff Procession (David Crombie
Park 1:45-3:30 p.m.) and Commemorative Memorial Service (Fort York Boulevard,
West Gates 4:00-5:30 p.m.) Monday July 16, with more details available at
http://boozhoo.ca/afnhostcommittee/overview.html.
First Nation leaders, Elders and youth from across Canada will gather at the
Metro Toronto Convention Centre (South Building) July 17-19 for the Annual
Chiefs Assembly and election of National Chief. Under the theme "Honouring our
Traditions: Achieving Action for our Future", First Nation leaders will engage
in focused dialogue and strategy sessions for action in advancing First Nation
priorities.
The Assembly opens Tuesday morning with opening remarks by National Chief Atleo
at 10:00 a.m. and an all candidates forum taking place later that day. First
ballot results of the election for National Chief are expected Wednesday
afternoon. For more information visit www.afn.ca
The Assembly of First Nations is the national organization representing First
Nations citizens in Canada. Follow us on Twitter @AFN_Updates, @AFN_Comms
For further information:
Jenna Young AFN Communications Officer 613-241-6789, ext 401; 613-314-8157 or
jyo...@afn.ca
Alain Garon AFN Bilingual Communications Officer 613-241-6789, ext 382;
613-292-0857 or aga...@afn.ca
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