Who is the Chief of FSIN?
Bobby Cameron
Bobby Cameron has been re-elected to a third term as chief of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN). Cameron defeated former FSIN vice-chief Robert Merasty for the position, garnering more than 75 per cent of the vote. Vice-chiefs David Pratt, Dutch Lerat and Heather Bear were also re-elected.
Who is the chief of the Assembly of First Nations?
Assembly of First Nations
| Assemblée des Premières Nations (French) | |
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| AFN Logo | |
| Official language | English, French |
| National chief | RoseAnne Archibald |
| Website | www.afn.ca |
Who is Chief Bobby Cameron?
Bobby Cameron will continue to serve as the province’s top First Nations Chief. Cameron was re-elected Chief of the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) during 2021 elections. This will be his third term as Chief of the FSIN.
Who are the members of the FSIN?
Members of the Cree, Saulteaux, Assiniboine, Dakota/Sioux, and Dene Nations form the FSIN, which recognizes the autonomy and jurisdiction of each of Saskatchewan’s First Nations.
What does the FSIN do?
The FSIN Senate is mandated, to act in an advisory role to the Chiefs-in-Assembly and oversight to uphold the Spirit and Intent of Treaty.
How many First Nations are in Saskatchewan?
70 First Nations
There are 70 First Nations in Saskatchewan. Of these, 63 are affiliated to 1 of the 9 Saskatchewan tribal councils.
Who is chief RoseAnne Archibald?
RoseAnne Archibald is a Canadian First Nations advocate and politician who is the current National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) since July 8, 2021. She is the first female National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations.
Who is Grand Chief?
The Grand Chief is the spokesperson for the 16 Member Nations of the Confederacy and the appointed term is held for one year.
What does Fsin mean?
Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations
The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN), formerly known as the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations, is a Saskatchewan-based First Nations organization.
What is the FSIN executive council?
What does FSIN mean?
Why was FSIN created?
The intent of FSIN and its precursors, was the defense and protection treaty rights, land and resources, and came from the desire to “foster [the] economic, educational and social growth” of their people.
Who is the regional chief for First Nations?
He is also the Regional Chief for the Assembly of First Nations. Chief Cameron holds a Bachelor of Arts, with a major in Indigenous Studies from the University of Regina. Chief Cameron is a strong advocate for Treaty and Inherent Rights for future generations of First Nations people.
What is the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations (FSIN)?
The Union dropped its non-profit status and evolved into the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations at the convention of 69 Saskatchewan Indian Chiefs in April 1982 (held the same time as the Canadian Constitution was signed, see Treaties section below).
What did First Nations chief Bobby Cameron say in Regina?
Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations Chief Bobby Cameron speaks at the opening of the Assembly of First Nations annual general meeting in Regina, Sask., Tuesday July 25, 2017. Cameron is telling the RCMP to stay off reserve land after armed officers were dispatched to breakup a sacred ceremony. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Mark Taylor.
What is FSIN?
We are the strongest Indigenous organization in Canada and we represent 74 First Nations in Saskatchewan. It is the self-determination of the First Nations to maintain governance, and we will advance each the progress and development of each Nation. Communication is so crucial because FSIN is mandated through strong and clear directives.