Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation

Athabasca Tribal Council declares state of emergency due to mental health and addiction crisis

Sep 7, 2023 | 5:42pm

– This story contains some content that may be difficult for some readers. If you or anyone you know is struggling with an addiction or mental health crisis, you are encouraged to call the 24/7 Alberta Addiction and Mental Health Help Line at 1-866-332-2322. – The Athabasca Tribal Council (ATC) is declaring a Regional State […]

Climate Activist Greta Thunberg Visits Fort McMurray To Meet With ACFN Leaders

Oct 19, 2019 | 5:00pm

One of the world’s most renowned climate activist made her way to oil country this week. Greta Thunberg met with leaders of the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation on Friday, in Fort McMurray, allowing ACFN a chance to share the perspective of Indigenous peoples living in Northern Alberta. In a release, ACFN Chief Allan Adam says they were pleased the […]

Cabinet Ministers Tour RMWB To Meet With Indigenous Leaders And School Boards

Aug 29, 2019 | 5:16pm

A pair of cabinet ministers were in the region this week to meet with Indigenous leaders and discuss the Northland Education crisis. Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson and Minister of Education Adriana LaGrange toured schools across RMWB and its rural hamlets. Back in June, LaGrange met with leadership at Northland School Division to discuss the challenges affecting their schools – including […]