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Fiction vs Fact: Alberta Métis Rights Assertions in Blackfoot Treaty 7 Territory| series 1
Fiction vs Fact: Alberta Métis Rights Assertions in Blackfoot Treaty 7 Territory is a five-part educational campaign by the Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council to separate fiction from fact, correct misinformation, and protect Blackfoot and First Nations’ rights from newly recognized organizations attempting to undermine them. This series (series 1) re-centers Blackfoot truth across southern Alberta—affirming that from the Battle River to Mohkinstsis (Elbow), Ootssapi’tomowa (Nose Hill), and Okotoks (Rock)—this is, and will always be, Niitsitapi Blackfoot Territory.
Blackfoot Confederacy and Town of Banff Strengthen Relationship with Blackfoot Naming of New Bridge
The Blackfoot Confederacy and the Town of Banff gathered today in Natoohsiskoom — the Blackfoot name for the area around Banff, meaning “holy springs” — for a sacred pipe ceremony and offering to commemorate the beginning of a working relationship that will lead to a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two parties.
Blackfoot Confederacy Celebrates Iikaiksimatsa’pao’p Selection at Banff Mountain Film Festival
The Blackfoot Confederacy proudly announces that Iikaiksimatsa’pao’p (Grateful to Be on the Land), featuring Cassie Ayoungman and filmed by Trevor Solway, both of Siksika Nation, has been selected for the Banff Mountain Film Festival, with a special screening and Q&A on November 02, 2025.
Blackfoot Confederacy Chiefs Respond to Métis Nation of Alberta Claims Regarding Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas in Blackfoot Territory
The Blackfoot Confederacy Chiefs have issued a strong statement in response to the Métis Nation of Alberta’s recent efforts to establish Indigenous Protected and Conserved Areas within Blackfoot Territory.
BLACKFOOT CONFEDERACY CHIEFS’ CALL OUT MÉTIS NATION OF ALBERTA’S ENCROACHMENT INTO BLACKFOOT TERRITORY
The Blackfoot Confederacy Chiefs are calling on Canada and Alberta to stop supporting Métis-led projects in Blackfoot Treaty Territory, emphasizing that only the Blackfoot Nations are the rightful stewards of these lands. They reaffirm that true reconciliation must respect Blackfoot law, governance, and consent.
Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council presents the inaugural edition of OKI COLLECTIVE // QUARTERLY.
This publication offers a clear account of the Confederacy’s work in governance, advocacy, culture, and community development. It highlights the efforts of a team of Blackfoot professionals dedicated to advancing the collective interests of Niitsitapi and all things Blackfoot.
Blackfoot Confederacy Chiefs Oppose AFN, Reaffirm Treaty Authority
The Chiefs of the Blackfoot Confederacy have affirmed that the 1877 Blackfoot Treaty secures their sovereignty and jurisdiction, which are not negotiable or transferable. They stated that only individual Treaty First Nations have the authority to decide what happens on Blackfoot lands. No organization, including the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), may act or speak on their behalf without consent.
Cassie Ayoungman joins Blackfoot Confederacy as Destination Blackfoot Promotion Coordinator
Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council is proud to announce Cassie Ayoungman of Siksika Nation as the new Destination Blackfoot Promotion Coordinator, bringing her experience as founder of Soul of Miistaki, paramedic, and Arc’teryx Ambassador to the role. Cassie will lead efforts to promote operators, strengthen partnerships, and grow Destination Blackfoot with updates to be shared in the coming weeks.
Blackfoot Confederacy Welcomes the Kahnawake Hunters to Mohkinstsis
The Blackfoot Confederacy is honoured to welcome the Kahnawake Hunters players, coaches, staff, and families—from Kahnawà:ke and the Mohawk Nation to Mohkinstsis (Calgary) for the 2025 Founders Cup featuring Kainai's own Zane Chief Moon
New Logo for the Siksikaitsitapi Blackfoot Confederacy Guardians of the Eastern Slopes
The Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council announces the official logo for the Siksikaitsitapi Blackfoot Confederacy Guardians of the Eastern Slopes of the Rocky Mountains, designed by Rudy Black Plume from Kainai–Blood Tribe.
Blackfoot Confederacy joins Jay Treaty Border Alliance in Washington, D.C
Blackfoot Confederacy joined Tribal Leaders and Representatives from the Jay Treaty Border Alliance are meeting with U.S. Senate and House offices, as well as the Department of Homeland Security, in a two-day fly-in on Capitol Hill.
2025 Blackfoot Confederacy Stampede BBQ July 09, 2025
Blackfoot Confederacy Tribal Council would like to announce that our annual Stampede BBQ will take place this year on Wednesday July 09, 2025 from 11am -1pm at our Mohkinstsis (Calgary) Branch Office building.