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Assembly of Treaty Chiefs Spring Sitting 2025

Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council will host the Assembly of Treaty Chiefs (AOTC) Spring Sitting for 2025 on April 08-09,2025 at the Westin Calgary Airport Hotel in Mohkinstsis (Calgary, Alberta)

Save the Date • 2025 IELCC Symposium • May 22-23, 2025

Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council is pleased to announce the 2025 Indigenous Early Learning & Child Care (IELCC) Symposium, taking place on May 22-23, 2025, at Deerfoot Inn & Casino in Mohkinstsis (Calgary, AB)

JOB POSTING:Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

The Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council and Siksikaitsitapi Ohkin’ninaiiks Society are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead both organizations with integrity and cultural responsibility.

Appointment of Charles Weaselhead Jr. as Health Advisor/Director

The Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles (Charlie) Weaselhead Jr. (Taatsiikiipoyii) as Health Advisor/Director. A respected leader from the Kainai-Blood Tribe, Mr. Weaselhead brings over forty years of experience in health governance, administration, and policy.

2025 Blackfoot Confederacy Youth Gathering

The Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council invites Blackfoot youth to gather for the 2025 Blackfoot Confederacy Youth Gathering on Monday, February 17, 2025, from 9AM to 4PM at Red Crow Community College, Kainai-Blood Tribe. This event is an opportunity to strengthen connections, hear from Blackfoot leaders, and take part in discussions on leadership, culture, and future opportunities. It marks the first in a series of annual youth gatherings rotating among Blackfoot Nations.

2nd Annual Blackfoot Confederacy Justice Symposium

Join us for the 2nd Annual Blackfoot Confederacy Justice Symposium, exploring Poomi’kapii: Maintaining Order and Balance in Our Community. Engage with Blackfoot Traditional Leaders, knowledge keepers, and distinguished speakers as they share valuable insights on justice, Indigenous law, and community harmony.

Save the date | 2025 Blackfoot Confederacy Youth Gathering

The Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council will host the 2025 Blackfoot Confederacy Youth Gathering on Monday, February 17, 2025, at Red Crow Community College in Standoff, Alberta on the Kainai-Blood Tribe.

Siksikaitsitapi Medicine Line Crossing Experience Survey

We invite members of the Blackfoot Confederacy Nations (Siksika, Kainai-Blood Tribe, Piikani, and Amskapi Pikuni Blackfeet, both on and off reserve) to share their experiences crossing the Canada-USA border through a brief survey. 

waterton springs campground revitalization Project survey

The Blackfoot Confederacy, through the Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council (BCTC), is launching a comprehensive feasibility study to explore the potential transformation of Waterton Springs Campground into a premier Blackfoot eco-cultural destination.

Farewell Message from Jack Royal, Founding Chief Executive Officer of the Blackfoot Confederacy 

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all members of the Blackfoot Confederacy for your support. It has been my honour to lead the Blackfoot Confederacy to this point and I leave knowing that we have made a lasting impact. I hope you take as much pride in our shared achievements as I do.  We serve the Creator, who places us where we are meant to be, and I am thankful for this journey to serve the Blackfoot People. 

Blackfoot Guardianship of the Eastern Slopes of the Rockies Partnership project

The Eastern Slopes Guardians program is administered by the Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council, which includes Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amsskapipiikani nations, with support from Parks Canada Agency.

24-25 Siksikaitsitapi Princesses crowned

We extend our congratulations to Mirabel Good Stiker, crowned Sr. Miss Siksikaitsitapi, Breeli White Quills, who was honored as Jr. Miss Siksikaitsitapi, and Lira Bull Bear, our new Tiny Tot Miss Siksikaitsitapi on August 21, 2024, in Sikoohkotoki (Lethbridge, AB)