Chiefs of Ontario

First Nations Food Sovereignty Forum

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First Nations Food Sovereignty Forum

The Chiefs of Ontario will host a one-day, in-person event bringing together First Nations Chiefs, technicians, economic development officers, academics, and government representatives. This gathering will provide a platform to explore and discuss key challenges, barriers, and programs related to First Nations food security and sovereignty.

Join us for a Networking Dinner on March 5, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown. This event provides a great opportunity to engage with Technicians, Academics, and Government Representatives.

Date and Time: March 6, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Downtown, 108 Chestnut Street, Toronto, Ontario

Who Should Attend: First Nations Chiefs, Technicians, EcDev Officers, Academics, and Government Representatives

Registration: https://coo.smudging.ca:8443/Meeting/Register/fef25ed4-6f71-48ac-a51c-098b2d0d0c03

Travel and accommodations will be covered for all available participants (maximum 150 people). Please use the Travel Claim Form provided below in the Meeting Materials section. A Travel Claim Cover Sheet is also available to guide you through the process of completing the form. Once completed, please submit your travel claims to Dianne Simon at dianne@coo.org

Meeting Materials

  • Agenda

    Agenda will be available soon.

  • Travel Claim Form

    Download the Travel Claim Form

  • Travel Claim Cover Sheet

    Download the Travel Claim Cover Sheet

Support Contact Information

  • For additional information, please contact Jey Pakeerathan, Policy Analyst at jey.pakeerathan@coo.org