On Tuesday, history was made at Peerless Trout First Nation as an agreement was signed to support the Founding First Nations having authority over their own child and family services, a first for Alberta.
Chief Gilbert Okemow of the Peerless Trout First Nation spoke about the agreement, the member nations, and who was all involved with making it a reality.
Mark Cardinal with Peerless Trout First Nation spoke about the importance of what the agreement will bring to all the First Nations that signed onto it.
The press conference at Kateri School in Peerless Lake to announce the agreement (Photo submitted)
Chief Okemow speaks about how happy he is about the agreement, and how hopeful he is for the future.
More information can be found in the official press release.
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