Assembly of First Nations: Grand Chief Derek Nepinak

Grand Chief Derek Nepinak: Grand Chief Derek Nepinak, head of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, said he threw the card in the garbage at a National Treaty Gathering of rival chiefs in Onion Lake, Sask. The Assembly of First Nations is holding its annual meeting this week in Whitehorse, Yukon, highlighting the growing schism within the countrys aboriginal leadership. More Related to this Story, according to Globe and Mail. Isaac Kawapit Nishiyuu #039;s #039;White Wizard #039; walked 1,500 km for First Nations issues One of Canadas most outspoken aboriginal critics says he threw away his Indian Act card as an act of emancipation and is encouraging others to reject the racist policies of the past in their own way. Editorial Schism will not help First Nations (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.