The Blackfoot Confederacy successfully hosted the Assembly of Treaty Chiefs (AOTC) Spring Sitting on April 8 and 9, 2025, at the Westin Airport Hotel in Calgary, Alberta. This strategic gathering convened leaders from Treaty 6, 7, and 8 Nations to enhance collaboration and address critical issues surrounding Inherent and Treaty Rights, land management, and the impacts of government decisions. Building on the Unity Declaration from 2021, the assembly focused on key reforms aimed at improving equitable representation and communication among the Nations, ensuring their voices are integral to decision-making processes.

The agenda included comprehensive updates on previous resolutions, discussions on the AOTC reform paper, and presentations from notable leaders, including Chief Ouray Crowfoot and representatives from the Jay Border Treaty Alliance and G7 World Leadership Summit. These deliberations reaffirmed the assembly’s commitment to advancing the rights and interests of Indigenous communities, positioning them for greater influence in future engagements with governmental bodies. The outcomes from this assembly are set to significantly enhance the empowerment and sovereignty of the Treaty Nations as they navigate critical challenges ahead.