2012.12.20 - Assembly of First Nations Supports Call for Meeting Between First Nations and Crown,

Source: http://nationtalk.ca/story/assembly-of-first-nations-supports-call-for-meeting-between-first-nations-and-crown-urges-continued-solidarity-among-first-nations/ “Attawapiskat First Nation Chief Theresa Spence’s hunger strike is an example of action for change that speaks to the overall frustration of First Nations across this country, and it deserves immediate and urgent attention,” said AFN National Chief Shawn Atleo. “We must see a concrete commitment for a meeting between First Nations and the Crown to address priority areas for attention and advancement. First Nations stand together and united in calling for the Crown to honour its relationship and its responsibilities to First Nations.”