Nishnawbe Aski Nation has unveiled the winners of the 2022 Keewaywin Awards for outstanding leadership, accomplishments, and contributions to area First Nations.
Sandy Lake Patrol has received the Youth Outstanding Service Award while North Caribou Lake Youth Council won the Youth Community Involvement Award.
Chief Russell Wesley of Cat Lake First Nation received the Emile Nakogee Award for Outstanding Leadership.
Other winners:
-Elder Recognition Award: Delores McKay (Mattagami First Nation)
-Woman Award: Vanessa Genier (Missanabie Cree First Nation)
-Youth Leadership/Community Involvement Award: Jamal Gagnon (Taykwa Tagamou Nation)
-Youth Academic Award: Logan Metatawabin (Kashechewan First Nation)
-NAN Staff Award: Stewart Kamenawatamin (Bearskin Lake First Nation)
NAN also honoured all former Grand Chiefs for their outstanding leadership and dedication at a special ceremony.
Grand Chief Derek Fox says, “It is important that we take time when we gather to recognize the contributions that our leaders and citizens make to our communities and celebrate their success. Their dedication and accomplishments are inspiring.”
