Our Mission
COO Staff at the AOCC 2019 in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
The Chiefs of Ontario is a political forum and secretariat for collective decision-making, action, and advocacy for the 133 First Nations communities located within the boundaries of the province of Ontario. Guided by the Chiefs-in-Assembly, we uphold self-determination efforts of the Anishinaabek, Mushkegowuk, Onkwehonwe, and Lenape Peoples in protecting and exercising their inherent and Treaty rights. Keeping in mind the wisdom of our Elders, and the future for our youth, we continue to create the path forward in building our Nations as strong, healthy Peoples respectful of ourselves, each other, and all creation. The activities of the Chiefs of Ontario are mandated through and guided by:
Resolutions passed by the Chiefs-in-Assembly of the 133 First Nations in Ontario.
The Leadership Council made up of the Grand Chiefs of Political Territorial Organizations (PTOs) and Independent First Nations.
The elected Regional Chief for the Chiefs of Ontario.