Quebec First Nations Health and Social Services Governance Process: A renewed approach to governance fostering self-determination

First Nations in Quebec have noted for many years that the current health and social services system does not adequately meet their realities and needs. The Quebec First Nations health and social services governance process stems from this observation made by First Nations regarding the need to renew the current governance structure.

Participation of all communities

The process is being carried out in collaboration with First Nations communities and organizations. To ensure everyone’s involvement, various mechanisms were put in place such as regional meetings, advisory committees, and visits to communities and organizations.

4
Chiefs assemblies

8
pre–annual
general assemblies

13
regional meetings

9
Chiefs Advisory Committee meetings

24
focus groups

1
webinar

41
meetings with communities as part of phases 1 and 2 of the tour

The community tour took place as a series of meetings with communities and organizations. It made it possible to foster a shared and in-depth understanding of the ongoing governance process, continue the collaborative development of the new governance model, and initiate discussions aimed at supporting local and collective mobilization. During the second phase, all necessary information was shared to ensure that the Chiefs of the AFNQL were fully prepared to vote on Resolution No. 05/2025. 

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