Infrastructure gap and specific claims top issues for Assembly of First Nations for federal budget

The Assembly of First Nations is pushing for significant federal investment in First Nations infrastructure and services in the upcoming 2026 budget, emphasizing the need for sustained funding to address long-standing gaps. National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak highlighted the necessity for resources to tackle specific claims that have piled up over time. This focus underscores the broader issue of systemic underfunding and the urgent need for equitable resource allocation to improve the quality of life for Indigenous communities. These demands reflect a growing call for justice and recognition of historical injustices.