Ontario Final Agreement - Implementation Ceremony

The Chiefs of Ontario and Nishnawbe Aski Nation are co-hosting a ceremony to celebrate the historic approval and implementation of the Ontario Final Agreement. This milestone secures the resources and jurisdiction necessary for First Nations to reclaim control over child and family services, ensuring children grow up immersed in their culture and supported by their communities. This ceremony honors the culmination of decades of advocacy by Leadership and community members to eliminate systemic discrimination and build a future grounded in inherent rights and self-determination.

Dates and Time:

• Friday, May 29 2026 - 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. EST

Location: James Michael Flaherty Building, 90 Elgin St – 2nd Floor Room #2005, Ottawa , ON K1P 5E9

Entrance through Albert Street Lobby to the registration section - Map Link Here

Parking options:

World Exchange Plaza Parking - Google Maps

National Arts Centre Parkade - Google Maps

Parking Indigo Ottawa - 66 Slater - Google Maps

131 Queen St Parking‍ ‍‍ ‍‍ ‍ ‍

Registration: https://coo.smudging.ca:8443/Meeting/Register/1e599fa4-b666-4bdb-97e9-5cddf0860571

Who Should Attend: Ontario First Nations Leadership, Leadership Council