Chiefs of Ontario

Virtual Information Sessions - Long-Term Reform of the FNCFS Program

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Save the Date

The Chiefs of Ontario will be hosting a series of virtual information sessions on the long-term reform of the First Nations Children & Family Services (FNCFS) program.

The sessions will focus on all funding components of the draft Final Agreement. Each session will include a dedicated question and answer period, allowing attendees to field questions and seek clarification.

To participate in the virtual information sessions, online registration is required. Please note, these sessions are in addition to the Chiefs of Ontario Special Chiefs Assembly.

Registration: http://coo.smudging.ca

Date and Time:

  • September 23 – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST

  • October 4 – 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST

Location: Online via Zoom

Who Should Attend: Ontario First Nations Leadership or Proxy, Councilors, Technicians, Agency Staff, Elders, Community Members

Upon registration, you will receive a Zoom link via email to attend your selected information session.

Important notice: Please continue to check back regularly, as this site will be updated with important documentation leading up to the sessions.

Meeting Materials

  • Information Sessions Agenda

    Agenda for the Virtual Information Sessions

  • Status of Child Welfare Long-Term Reform

    Status of Child Welfare Long-Term Reform Infographic

  • LTR FA Summary Booklet

    Summary Booklet for the Long-Term Reform of the FNCFS Program Final Agreement

  • OKT Presentation

    OKT Presentation - COO Virtual Information Sessions on LTR of the FNCFS Program - Last updated October 4, 2024

  • Meeting transcript

    Meeting transcript for Virtual Information Session (August 16, 2024)

  • Meeting Notes

    Meeting notes from virtual information session (August 16, 2024)

  • Meeting Notes

    Meeting notes from virtual information session (August 23, 2024)

  • FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions about the Long-Term Reform Final Agreement

Support Contact Information

  • For additional information , please email Tyler Gary, Communications Officer, Social Services Sector at tyler.gary@coo.org.