The Prime Minister and the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations sign Memorandum of Understanding on shared priorities

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, and the National Chief of the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), Perry Bellegarde, today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on shared priorities during the first AFN-Crown meeting under the new permanent bilateral mechanism process.

The Prime Minister, the National Chief, and other leaders from Canada and the Assembly of First Nations also discussed the next steps in the permanent bilateral mechanism process, which was announced by the Prime Minister in December 2016.

The MOU will help guide the Government of Canada and the Assembly of First Nations as the parties discuss options to advance shared priorities, assess progress towards goals for First Nations, and facilitate the ongoing work of building a true nation-to-nation relationship between Canada and First Nations.

Today’s event is a milestone for both the Government of Canada and First Nations. In the weeks and months to come, key Cabinet Ministers will have the opportunity to discuss with First Nations leaders how Canada and the AFN can work together to advance shared priorities, co-develop policy and promote lasting and meaningful reconciliation for the benefit of First Nations members and all Canadians.

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