Ontario and Anishinabek Nation Renew Commitments on Natural Resource Management
Ontario Strengthens Relationship with Anishinabek Nation
Today at a meeting, Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry Bill Mauro and Anishinabek Grand Council Chief Patrick Madahbee renewed a Letter of Commitment and signed the sixth multi-year Memorandum of Understanding regarding natural resources management issues including education, and enhanced elder and youth involvement.
These agreements signify Ontario’s continuing support of the long-standing and productive relationship with the Anishinabek Nation, largely through the Anishinabek Ontario Resource Management Council.
The Anishinabek Ontario Resource Management Council provides opportunities for increased information sharing and understanding between the Anishinabek Nation and the government with respect to cultures, governance and natural resources such as fish, wildlife and forestry.
The renewal of these agreements is one of many steps on Ontario’s journey of healing and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. It reflects the government’s commitment to work with Indigenous partners, creating a better future for everyone in the province.
Quick Facts
- The Anishinabek Nation incorporated the Union of Ontario Indians as its secretariat in 1949.
- The Union of Ontario Indians is a political advocate for 39 member communities across Ontario, representing approximately 55,000 people. The Union of Ontario Indians is the oldest political organization in Ontario and can trace its roots back to the Confederacy of Three Fires, which existed long before European contact.
