Wendake, June 12, 2015 Re: Invitation and Sponsorship Opportunities for the Fundraiser Gala hosted by the AFNQL during the 36 th Annual General Assembly of the AFN in Montreal, July 8 th, 2015 Greetings: The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is holding its 36th Annual General Assembly (AGA) on July 7-9, 2015 in Montreal. As the host regional organization, the Assembly of First Nations of Quebec-Labrador (AFNQL) will be hosting a Fundraiser Gala on July 8, 2015 at the Marriott Château Champlain Hotel, room Cartier B-C from 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm. The AFNQL will be proud to express the diversity of our cultures through local talents during this this Gala which will bring together more than 350 guests. This Gala is a fundraiser for the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada (FNCFCS), a nonprofit organization who proudly works with First Nations and non-aboriginal partners nationally and internationally to ensure First Nations children and their families have equitable opportunities to grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy and proud of who they are. For these reasons, we are asking our partners to contribute to the success of the event. Any profits of the Gala will go to the FNCFCS. The Gala tickets are $250.00 each. We invite you to consult the attached brochure which includes the sponsorship form and options, information to buy tickets for the Gala, the evening program as well as information on the AFN AGA and the Caring Society. For questions, please contact Jane Gray at 418 842-5020 or by email at jgray@apnql-afnql.com or Mélanie Vincent at 418 580-4442 or by email: melanievincent21@yahoo.ca Your support is precious and your participation and/or financial contribution would be greatly appreciated. Ghislain Picard Chief of the AFNQL Encls: Gala Brochure
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AFNQL GALA, JULY 8, 2015 Levels of sponsorship and benefits are spread over six categories but can also be specially customized to fit the prospective sponsor s awareness and communications objectives. Please enquire about this possibility. SPONSORSHIP LEVELS LEVELS BENEFITS Sponsor logo in Gala Premier Gala Sponsor $10,000 Entertainment and Culture Sponsor $5,000 Gold Sponsor $2,500 Program and Menu X X X Sponsor logo on all X Gala signage Sponsor logo on Silver Sponsor $1,000 Bronze Sponsor $500 projector screen X X X X X Podium announcements of sponsorship Complimentary Gala tickets Information booth (space at the Gala room entrance) Sponsor logo on the 8 times 5 times 2 times 1 time Table (10 seats per table) X 4 2 2 FNCFCS webpage X X X X X Sponsor message in Gala program X X X Sponsor speech at the Gala 2
GALA TICKETS AND SPONSORHIP FORM Number of tickets : x $250 = It is best to book in advance to ensure your seats. Tickets purchased in advance will be available for pick up on site at the AFNQL booth located at the Bonaventure Hotel. You can also purchase your tickets on-site at the AFNQL booth or at the door the night of the event. Categories Premier Gala Sponsor $10,000 Entertainment and Culture Sponsor $5,000 Gold Sponsor $2,500 Silver Sponsor $1,000 Bronze Sponsor $500 Customized (specify): Check the box if you need an invoice Please check Payments by check or cash only. Please make checks payable to AFNQL. DEADLINE We would appreciate hearing from you before June 30, 2015. INQUIRIES / QUESTIONS / TO SEND PAYMENTS To send payments, for more information or to discuss sponsorship opportunities for the AFNQL s Gala at the 2015 AFN Annual General Assembly, please contact Jane Gray or Melanie Vincent, as follows: Mailing Address Assembly of First Nations of Quebec-Labrador 250 Place Chef Michel Laveau, Suite 201 Wendake, QC G0A 4V0 Office Tel: (418) 842-5020 Office Fax: (418) 842-2660 Jane Gray: jgray@apnql-afnql.com Cell phone / Txt Message: 418-955-9700 Melanie Vincent: apnql@apnql-afnql.com Cell phone / Txt Message: 418-580-4442 3
DRAFT GALA PROGRAM (SUBJECT TO CHANGE) 6 :30 Doors open 7 :00 Opening Prayer (Mohawk elder to be confirmed) Opening (MC Lance Delisle) Buffalo Hat Signers (drummers) and Barbara Diabo (hoop dance) 7 :20 Welcoming Speech, Kahnawahe Grand Chief 7 :23 Welcoming Speech, AFNQL Chief Ghislain Picard 7 :26 Speech, National Chief Perry Bellegarde 7 :29 Other dignitaries (to be confirmed) 7 :35 Meal served (Montreal s favorites smoked meat and poutine) 7 :45 Stand up comic Candy Palmater (www.thecandyshow.com) 8 :15 Presentation by Dr. Cindy Blackstock, FNCFCS 8 :30 Cake served (AFNQL 30th Anniversary) 8: 35 Indian City to perform their new single One Day 8 :45 David Hart (Labrador Innu singer and songwriter) 9 :30 Midnight Renegade Band (country band) 11 :00 End BACKGROUND The AFN is the national political organization representing First Nations governments and their citizens in Canada, including those living on reserve and in urban and rural areas. Every Chief in Canada is entitled to be a member of the Assembly. The National Chief is elected by the Chiefs in Canada, who in turn are elected by their citizens. The AFN represents over 630 First Nations communities across Canada. The role and function of the AFN is to serve as a national delegated forum for determining and harmonizing effective collective and co-operative measures on the priorities identified by First Nations. Under the leadership of the National Chief and the AFN Executive Committee, who oversee targeted portfolios, organizational activity has included advancing Aboriginal and Treaty Rights, Economic Development, Education, Languages and Literacy, Health, Housing, Social Development, Justice, Taxation, Land Claims, Environmental Stewardship, and an array of issues that are of common concern. The AFN selects sponsors whose objectives are congruent and respectful of AFN portfolio objectives. The Chiefs meet annually to set national policy and direction through resolution. AFN AGA 2015 The 2015 AFN AGA will also be an opportunity for Chiefs to come together and discuss issues of concern to First Nation governments and citizens and to mandate the AFN to undertake work to advance the rights and interests of First Nations. The Assembly typically attracts up to 1500 delegates to the various events held throughout the week. 4
To this end, the 2015 AGA will include a number of key venues for First Nation leaders, including regional caucus sessions, strategy and planning sessions, and the resolutions process. Delegates will also be provided with plenary presentations and reporting from the National Chief the AFN Executive Committee, and AFN Tri-Council. As such, the 2015 AGA will present a vital occasion for the consolidation of national priorities, leadership, and decision-making. The Caring Society The First Nations Child and Family Caring Society proudly works with First Nations and non-aboriginal partners nationally and internationally to ensure First Nations children and their families have equitable opportunities to grow up safely at home, get a good education, be healthy and proud of who they are. We believe in the power of everyone regardless of income so we developed 7 free ways to make a difference for First Nations children. Join the reconciliation movement by learning more about: I am a Witness Witness a historic human rights case helping 163,000 First Nations children get culturally-based and equitable services and grow up safely at home. Jordan s Principle Ensure First Nations children can access government services on the same terms as other children. Shannen's Dream - Be inspired by teen youth education leader, Shannen Koostachin and help ensure First Nations children get proper schools and education. Touchstones of Hope - Principles to guide organizations and individuals in reconciliation. Child and Youth Engagement - Learn how to respectfully engage young people. Many Hands One Dream - Principles to improve health care for Aboriginal children. 5