4th Annual Climate Gathering: Strengthening First Nations Climate Leadership: Braiding Relationships, Knowledge Systems, and Inherent Responsibilities
Hosted by: Assembly of First Nations
Building on the success of the three previous gatherings, our 2026 program will bring together First Nations experts, leadership, Elders, youth, women, 2SLGBTQQIA+, and other experts to share knowledge and to discuss and emphasize the solutions First Nations are advancing on the local, regional, national, and international stages in the face of rapid change. These multi-dimensional, interconnected, and interrelated solutions enable the connection between a healthy environment and everything else: our health, well-being, culture, language, water, food security, housing, and many others. Shifting to the implementation of the AFN National Climate Strategy and Climate Lens, the 2026 Gathering will showcase First Nations’ stewardship approaches to climate action and conservation through a diverse range of panel presentations, workshops, video screenings, and other activities. Who Should Attend? - First Nations leaders and citizens - First Nations environmental specialists - Dedicated academics, Environmental Non-Governmental Organizations (ENGOs) and government officials