AFN AGA 2012: OPSEU’s Aboriginal Circle was there
September 13, 2012
The Assembly
of First Nations (AFN) held its Annual General Assembly (AGA) July 16 -19,
2012, in Toronto. OPSEU’s Aboriginal Circle members were there to represent,
volunteer, and participate in the social and cultural activities throughout
the week.
This year’s AFN AGA combined
the election of a National Chief with a celebration that
honoured the First Nations’ contributions during
the War of 1812. The week began with an Eagle Staff Procession and a First
Nations’ Veterans Commemorative War of 1812 service. A private viewing of
the Norval Morrisseau
collection, a concert of popular First Nation talents, an Aboriginal Feast,
the National Chief’s Dinner, a theatrical performance, and various
receptions followed throughout the week.
OPSEU was
one of the cosponsors to the AFN AGA social and cultural programs. The photo
gallery captures the events throughout the week.
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