Yukon First Nations firefighters say they haven’t been called to help in B.C.

Published on August 21, 2026
Fire crews with Yukon First Nations Wildfire say they are ready, willing and able to help with out-of-control fires burning in B.C. and are wondering why they haven’t received the call. Statements from the organization posted online say its crews are t…
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Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Bulletin – First Nations-First Ministers’ Meeting (FNFMM) on October 26, 2026

August 21, 2026
Summary: In Summer 2025, National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak met with Premiers to discuss the importance of a First Nations-specific First Ministers Meeting. Through strong advocacy, the National Chief secured a commitment from the Premiers to request Prime Minister Mark Carney for a First Nations-First Ministers’ Meeting (FNFMM) that would bring together First Nations leadership

Kawacatoose First Nation members head south to retrieve stolen teepee cover from U.S.

August 21, 2026
Family members from Saskatchewan are travelling to Washington, D.C. for the return of a precious item made by an ancestor who was promised payment but never received any.