The Coalition of Hamilton Indigenous Leadership (formerly the HEDAC) is a collaborative of Indigenous organizational leaders responding to the needs of the Indigenous community of Hamilton.  The Coalition of Hamilton Indigenous Leadership (CHIL) staff and member agencies work to improve resources for the urban Indigenous community of Hamilton and advance Indigenous voices across the city.

CHIL is a collaborative of Indigenous organizational leaders founded on respect and wisdom. We respond to the needs of our community and support our member agencies by improving resources and advancing Indigenous voices in Hamilton. CHIL member agencies include the Hamilton Regional Indian Centre (HRIC), Niagara Peninsula Area Aboriginal Management Board (NPAAMB), Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services Inc. (OAHS), Sacajawea Non-Profit Housing, Native Women's Centre, and De Dwa Da Dehs Nye^s Aboriginal Health Centre.