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Indigenous Organizations Recognized by the Canadian Government

The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples is one of 5 National Indigenous Organizations recognized by the Government of Canada and works to represent the interests of Métis, non-status Indians, off-reserve status, Southern Inuit Aboriginal Peoples, and other provincial and territorial organizations.

The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is an organization, led by First Nation Chiefs and other key First Nation stakeholders, that represents over 900,000 First Nations who live in 634 communities across Canada. This organization acts as an advocate for Indigenous rights and issues of concern, while also building a relationship with the Crown, private/public sectors and the general public.

The Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, is an organization intended to be a national voice that represents over 65,000 Inuit in Canada with the goal of improving the lives of Inuit peoples through advocacy, public engagement, and education.

The Métis National Council, is an organization that represents the Métis people residing in northwestern Canada, nationally and internationally.

The Native Women's Association of Canada is the political voice for Indigenous women, girls, and non gender-diverse people in Canada with a common goal to enhance the lives of Indigenous women in Canada through social, economic, cultural and political ideals in mind.

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