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The Chiefs of Ontario Education Sector will host the 2025 Education and Languages Forum on October 21–23, 2025, in Toronto, Ontario.

This year’s theme, “Feathers of Knowledge: Carrying Our Future Forward,” celebrates First Nation knowledge systems and the role of education and language revitalization in uplifting communities. This year, education and language will be integrated across all three days, reflecting their interconnectedness and the spirit of Article 14 of UNDRIP.

Date and Time: October 21-23, 2025, 8:00AM - 5:00PM EST

Location:  Courtyard Marriott Toronto, 475 Yonge St, Toronto ON M4Y 1X7

Who should attend: First Nation Education and Language Educators, Advocates, Directors, Technicians and Administrators. 

Registration: http://coo.smudging.ca/Meeting/Register/685d5cdb-bc3a-41a8-9072-e37b9dda94a9

• Please note: Presentations in the main plenary will be livestreamed on the Chiefs of Ontario YouTube page. Breakout sessions will be available in person only and will not be livestreamed.

Accommodations: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1750270738901&key=GRP&app=resvlink

• Please note: COO has secured a block of rooms at the Courtyard Toronto Marriott at a special rate of $379.00 CAD per night.

• This offer is valid until October 6, 2025. To book your accommodations, please call the hotel directly at 1 (800) 847-5075 or (416) 924-0611. You may also reserve your rooms online using the booking link provided above.