Hearing for the Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Approval

Chiefs of Ontario Hearing for the Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Approval

The Chiefs of Ontario Social Sector will be hosting an additional in-person overflow viewing option for those attending in-person. These hearings are a crucial step in the process, and we encourage those who wish to follow the proceedings to register for observation.

Date and Times: December 10 - 12 & 15 - 17, 2025 - Beginning at 9:00 A.M. EST

Location: ALT Hotel, 185 Slater Street, Ottawa, ON, K1P0C8

Room: Rose Fuchsia Room

Who Should Attend: First Nations Child Welfare Technicians, FNCFS Agency Staff, Ontario First Nations Leadership

Important Note: All attending Chiefs and technicians will be responsible for covering their own expenses, including travel, accommodation, and meals; the Chiefs of Ontario will not be covering travel claims for this option.

Registration: Coming Soon

Who Should Attend: First Nations Child Welfare Technicians, FNCFS Agency Staff, Ontario First Nations Leadership

This website will be updated regularly. Please check back frequently for updates.

Hearing for the Ontario Final Agreement (OFA) Approval (Hybrid)

The Chiefs of Ontario (COO) extends an invitation to all interested parties to observe the upcoming hearings for the approval of the Ontario Final Agreement (OFA).

Date and Times: December 10 - 12 & 15 - 17, 2025 - Beginning at 9:00 A.M. EST

February 26 & 27, 2026 - Beginning at 9:00 A.M. EST

Location: 333 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa ON, 18th Floor (Hybrid In-Person and Online Via Zoom)

Hearing Room: Room #2

In person attendance at this venue can accommodate a maximum of 30 people. In-person attendance will be on a first come and first serve basis. 

Registration for Virtual Attendance: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nV2UYXjTR--JJXRb-m8lXQ

Upon registering, a confirmation email will be sent containing the necessary information for joining the webinar. This single link will be valid for all scheduled hearing dates listed above.

Who Should Attend: First Nations Child Welfare Technicians, FNCFS Agency Staff, Ontario First Nations Leadership