Assembly of First Nations Special Chiefs Assembly December 9-11, 2014

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1 December 9-11, 2014 LOCATION The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) (SCA) will take place at the Winnipeg Convention Centre, 375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba. HOST ORGANIZATION The AFN 2014 is being hosted by Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) along with a locally established Host Committee. MKO will be hosting a number of cultural and social events throughout the SCA. We are sure you will enjoy their hospitality. Please visit for a link to the Host Committee website over the coming weeks for regular updates on social and cultural plans. AFN ELECTION FOR NATIONAL CHIEF The election for the AFN National Chief will take place at the December 9-11, To obtain more information about the election process, please visit or contact the Chief Electoral Officer at the coordinates listed below: Loretta Pete Lambert Chief Electoral Officer Assembly of First Nations Telephone: (613) ext lpetelambert@afn.ca Julie Hill Executive Assistant to the Chief Electoral Officer Telephone: (613) ext jhill@afn.ca See page 5 for details. Early Bird Registration Prizes!

2 GUEST ROOMS For all hotel reservations, please indicate that you are with the AFN block. AFN delegates are encouraged to make hotel reservations by the specific dates shown below to ensure accommodations are available at the price listed. All reservations must be accompanied by a first night room deposit guaranteed with a major credit card. If guestrooms are cancelled a one-night room nonrefundable charge will be billed to your credit card. HOST HOTEL DELTA WINNIPEG 350 St. Mary Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J2 Reservations: The Delta Winnipeg will be the AFN SCA 2014 Host Hotel. The Delta Winnipeg is directly attached to the Winnipeg Convention Centre. The hotel offers convenient accommodation for guests in town for the SCA and has been recently renovated to incorporate the new look of the Delta Hotel Chain. The rate below includes complimentary Wi-Fi access in guestrooms. Rate: $169/night plus taxes (ModeRoom and ModeDeluxe) and $254/night plus taxes (ModeClub) Cut-off date: November 10, 2014 THE FAIRMONT WINNIPEG 2 Lombard Place Winnipeg, MB R3B 0Y3 Reservations: The Fairmont Winnipeg Hotel is connected to the Winnipeg Convention Centre via skywalk (no outdoor walking in winter) it is a short 15-minute walk near many restaurants, banks, shops and major coffee chains. Located in the heart of vibrant downtown Winnipeg at the historic corner of Portage and Main, The Fairmont Winnipeg luxury hotel extends the naturally warm reception of the Prairies. The guestroom rate below includes complimentary Wi-Fi access in guestrooms. Rate: $179/night plus taxes (King/Double) Cut-off date: November 24,

3 RADISSON WINNIPEG DOWNTOWN 288 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3C 0B8 Telephone: ext. 1 Whether you're travelling on business or on vacation, you're sure to appreciate the recently renovated, modern comfort and convenience at the Radisson Winnipeg Downtown. This upscale hotel boasts an impressive array of on-site amenities and features, including complimentary Wi-Fi access, a wellequipped fitness centre, Starbucks coffee shop in lobby, a popular restaurant and 24-hour room service. The Radisson is connected by an indoor skywalk to the Winnipeg Convention Centre (approximately minute walk). The hotel also offers complimentary, scheduled shuttle service to and from the airport and anywhere downtown. Rate: $155/night plus taxes Cut-off date: November 26, 2014 HOLIDAY INN & SUITES WINNIPEG DOWNTOWN 360 Colony Street Winnipeg, MB R3B 2P3 Telephone: The Holiday Inn is a modern and newly-renovated hotel in the heart of downtown Winnipeg. Everything from the lobby to the guestroom bathrooms has been renovated. The hotel is perfectly located in the heart of the financial and arts district. Attractions and shopping located minutes from the hotel including the Downtown Skywalk, connecting all of downtown through indoor access. The hotel includes two restaurants attached. The rate below includes complimentary Wi-Fi access in guestrooms. Rate: $149/night plus taxes (standard room, single/double occupancy) Cut-off date: November 24, 2014 Sponsors The Assembly of First Nations would like to acknowledge sponsors of the AFN, December 2014, Winnipeg. There are a number of sponsorship opportunities available. If you are interested in being a sponsor of the Special Chiefs Assembly, please contact Karen Hunter at (613) , ext. 203 or khunter@afn.ca. 3

4 TRAVEL AIR CANADA promotion code: GK2ENJU1 Air Canada is the official airline for the AFN Special Chiefs Assembly 2014 Winnipeg. Use the promotion code for the convention to book your flight, please access and enter promotion code in the search panel. Applicable Rules The booking is to be made to the following city: Winnipeg, YWG (MB). The travel period begins Saturday, November 29, 2014 and ends Saturday, December 20, No discount will apply to Tango and Executive Class lowest bookings. WESTJET promotion code: CC7622 WestJet is pleased to offer a 10 per cent discount off of their best-available Flex fare at the time of the booking, excluding Econo and Plus fares (i.e. seat sales and web fares). The discount is valid for WestJet flights into and out of Winnipeg, MB for the AFN Special Chiefs Assembly. To book reservations using this discount code, please contact the WestJet Groups department at Please be advised that the discount code is not available for use on westjet.com at this time. WestJet Groups agents are available to assist delegates from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (MST), Monday to Friday. Please quote discount code CC7622 at the time of booking. FLIGHT CENTRE If you do not have a preferred travel agent, you may also call Tyler Brennan at Flight Centre Business Travel as follows: Tyler Brennan Flight Centre Business Travel Glebe 763 Bank Street, Room B, Ottawa, ON K1S 3V3 Telephone: Toll Free: tyler.brennan@flightcentre.ca RESOLUTIONS Resolutions for consideration at the AFN SCA 2014 must be received by November 21, For more information about the resolutions process please contact Kathy Kettler at (613) , ext. 289 or by at kkettler@afn.ca. AFN CIRCLE OF TRADE The AFN Circle of Trade Show will take place December 9-11, The Trade Show is an excellent opportunity to facilitate networking among First Nations, organizations, businesses and government. If you are interested in registering for this event or obtaining more information about the AFN Circle of Trade Show please contact Cynthia Legault at clegault@afn.ca. The discounted rates are available for travel up to seven days prior to and two days after the event. For travel outside of these dates, WestJet will offer the best available fare at the time of booking. 4

5 REGISTRATION Photo identification will be requested at registration for Chiefs and Proxies. All participants and groups are encouraged to preregister and pre-pay. Please complete the AFN AGA registration form and return by fax to the Assembly of First Nations, attention Regina Toulouse, at (613) The cut-off date for registration forms and payment to be received in the AFN Office will be November 28, After this date, please bring payment on site. Pre-registration will be held on Monday, December 8, 2014 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Winnipeg Convention Centre. For planning purposes and to avoid line-ups, all delegates are encouraged to pick up badges, USBs and kits on the evening of December 8, Please note that registration fees are non-refundable after November 28, An administration fee of $50.00 will apply for all cancellations. All participants that have pre-paid registration by November 28, 2014 will receive details by . In addition, all pre-paid delegates will be eligible for the PRE-REGISTRATION DRAW. FEES Chief/ Proxy (photo ID required): $ First Nation Citizen: $ Observer and Non-Government Organization: $ Other Governments: $ Students (valid student card required): Complimentary Veterans, Elders & Accredited Media: Complimentary Early Registration / Hotel Booking Draw To be eligible for the early bird draws, delegates must submit a completed registration form with full payment and book accommodations at one of the 4 hotels listed (Delta Winnipeg, The Fairmont Winnipeg, Radisson Winnipeg Downtown or the Holiday Inn & Suites Winnipeg Downtown) by October 31, Prize: Two (2) hockey tickets for the Winnipeg Jets vs. Anaheim Ducks game on Sunday, Dec. 7, 2014 at 2 p.m., Winnipeg. Prize also includes complimentary hotel accommodation on December 7th at the hotel booked. The draw will be made and the winner notified on November 7, Additional early bird draws to be made on-site at the Assembly. INFORMATION For more information, please visit the AFN website at or contact the following individuals: SCA 2014 Coordinator Lori Keeshig-Martin Tel: (613) , ext lmartin@afn.ca SCA 2014 General Inquiries Michelle Itwaru Tel: (613) , ext mitwaru@afn.ca SCA 2014 Registration Information Regina Toulouse Tel: (613) , ext rtoulouse@afn.ca On behalf of the Assembly of First Nations, we look forward in seeing you at the AFN 2014! 5

6 December 9-11, 2014 Winnipeg, Manitoba PRE-REGISTRATION FORM CONTACT INFORMATION (Please print) First Name: Last Name: First Nation/Organization: Address: City/Town: Province/Territory: Postal Code: address: Tel: Fax: To assist with logistical planning, please indicate which hotel you have booked for the SCA : REGISTRATION FEES [ ] $300 Chief (photo ID required) [ ] $300 Proxy (must provide proxy letter signed by Chief; photo ID required) [ ] $300 First Nation citizen [ ] $500 Observer and Non-Government Organization [ ] $500 Other Governments Complimentary: [ ] Elder [ ] Veteran [ ] Student (valid student card required) [ ] Accredited Media METHOD OF PAYMENT (Please select one) [ ] Organization Cheque (enclosed) [ ] Money Order/Certified Cheque (enclosed) [ ] VISA [ ] MasterCard [ ] AMEX Card Number: Expiry (MM/YY) Name on Card (please print): Card Holder s Signature: Authorized amount: $ for receipt: GST# RT 0001 Please make cheque payable to the National Indian Brotherhood and return form by mail (55 Metcalfe Street, Suite 1600, Ottawa, ON K1P 6L5) or fax to the attention of Regina Toulouse at by November 28, After this date, please bring payment on site. Please note registration fees are non-refundable after November 28, An administration fee of $50.00 will apply for all cancellations.

7 December 9-11, 2014 Winnipeg, Manitoba PRE-REGISTRATION FORM CONTACT INFORMATION (Please print) Organization: Contact name: Address: City/Town: Province: Postal Code: Tel: To assist with logistical planning, please indicate which hotel you have booked for the SCA : > $ x = $ FEES $ x = TOTAL FEES: PLEASE SELECT PAYMENT TYPE: GROUP PRE-REGISTRATION (FOR USE WITH GROUP PAYMENTS) [ ] Organization Cheque (enclosed) = $ [ ] Credit card = $ If paying by credit card, please complete the required information below: Card Number: Expiry (MM/YY) Name on Card (please print): Card Holder s Signature: Authorized amount: $ for receipt: Name of Delegate (please print) GST# RT 0001 First Nation/Organization Registration type: Chief/ Proxy; FN Citizen; Observer/ NGO; Other Gov't; Elder; Veteran; Student; Media Please make cheque payable to the National Indian Brotherhood and return form by mail (55 Metcalfe Street, Suite 1600, Ottawa, ON K1P 6L5) or fax to the attention of Regina Toulouse at by Nov. 28, After this date, please bring payment on site. Please note registration fees are non-refundable after Nov. 28, An administration fee of $50.00 will apply for all cancellations.