The AFNQL Congratulates Grand Chief Ottawa on her Re-election on the Council
of the Atikamekw Nation

WENDAKE, QC, Sept. 20 /CNW Telbec/ - The Assembly of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador (AFNQL) congratulate Madam Eva Ottawa on her re-election as leader of the Council of the Atikamekw Nation, and wish her every success in her mandate. She gained the renewed trust of her constituents, which says a lot on the quality of her leadership. « She is a role model for many young women of our First Nations », stated Chief Ghislain Picard, who assures her of his full collaboration.

Chief Picard also hails the candidacy of the former Chief Negotiator of the Council of the Atikamekw Nation, Mr. Marcel Boivin, for the position of Grand Chief. « The population who took the time to come out and vote on these two rounds, also deserve to be acknowledge, because the role of a Nation's Grand Chief certainly calls for the support of the population », stated Ghislain Picard. 

About the AFNQL:
The AFNQL is the regional organization regrouping the 43 Chiefs of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador.  For information : www.apnql-afnql.com.

For further information:

Éric Cardinal
Communication Adviser
514 258-2315 (cell.)
[email protected]