The Chief of the AFNQL is delighted with the result of today's vote

WENDAKE, QC, July 23 /CNW Telbec/ - The Chief of the Assembly of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador (AFNQL), Ghislain Picard, congratulates the new National Chief, Shawn Atleo, and assures him of his support. "I know the profound convictions, the firm determination and the profound human qualities of Shawn Atleo, stated Chief Picard. His political agenda is closely akin to the agenda of the AFNQL: the upgrading of the living conditions of our populations cannot be achieved through the present colonialist regime and has to go through the affirmation of sovereignty of our nations".

"The governments which, every day, scorn our rights, will find more and more the First Nations on their path", added Chief Ghislain Picard.

The Assembly of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador is the regional organization regrouping the Chiefs of the First Nations of Quebec and Labrador.

For further information: Alain Garon, Communication Officer, AFNQL, [phone], Cellular: [phone]