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BCAFN Regional Chief Terry Teegee Statement on Passing of Sergeant Michael Archibald Leo, Tayus
Lil̓wat7úl (Lil’wat Nation) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish Nation) – Regional Chief Terry Teegee of the BC Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) extends his deepest condolences to the family, friends and community of Sergeant Michael Leo, Tayus, who suddenly passed away on October 13, 2023. Sergeant Leo’s unwavering commitment and dedication were evident throughout his remarkable 34- […]
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BCAFN Mourns Passing of Respected First Nations Leader Mel Bevan
October 16, 2023 (Lheidli T’enneh Territory, Prince George, BC) — The British Columbia Assembly of First Nations (BCAFN) is deeply saddened by the passing of the revered and highly respected First Nations leader Mel Bevan (Sm’ooygeet Satsan). Throughout his extensive career, he demonstrated unwavering dedication to his community, Kitselas, and Tsimshian Nation, contributing as a […]
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UBCIC Honours the Life of Chief Mel Bevan
(xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/ Vancouver, B.C. – October 12, 2023) The Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) expresses our most profound and heartfelt condolences to the Bevan family and the community of Kitselas on the passing of formerly elected and Hereditary Chief Melville (Mel) Bevan. He will be remembered as a […]
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Renowned Kitselas Advocate and Chief Councillor Sm’ooyget Satsan, Also Known as Mel Bevan, has Passed Away – CFNR
Oct 12, 2023 Renowned Indigenous rights advocate and former Kitselas Chief Councillor Sm’oogyet Satsan, also known as Mel Bevan, has passed away. Bevan also served as councillor, Band Manager, and Chief Treaty Negotiator for the Nation during a political career spanning six decades. He was also key to the founding of numerous Indigenous-focused organizations in […]
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UBCIC Celebrates the Life of Councillor Rick Gilbert, Williams Lake First Nation
(xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/ Vancouver, B.C.) The Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) sends our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and community of Wiliams Lake First Nations Councillor Rick Gilbert, who passed on September 11, 2023. Rick was an incredible individual whose calm, wise and supportive presence made him an […]
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Longtime Williams Lake First Nation chief and councillor dies – CFJC Today Kamloops
Sep 14, 2023 WILLIAMS LAKE, B.C. — A longtime chief and councillor for the Williams Lake First Nation (WLFN) has died. In a Facebook post, WLFN announced the passing of Rick Gilbert. Gilbert served as chief of the First Nation for 12 years between 1974 and 1992. After living away from the community for several […]
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In Memoriam of Rick Gilbert
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Rick Gilbert, WLFN Councillor, friend, family member, and role model. Rick was surrounded by his family and close friends as he journeyed to the spirit world. We are forever grateful for his wisdom, kindness, humor, and dedication to his community. He will be missed by […]
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The UBCIC mourns and remembers Pilalt and Stó:lō Matriarch and Cheam leader Siōliya June Quipp
July 4, 2023 (xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/ Vancouver, B.C. – July 4, 2023) The Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) joins the Pilalt tribe and the Stó:lō Nation in mourning the passing of their matriarch and leader Siōliya June Quipp who will be remembered for her incredible energy and deep commitment […]
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UBCIC Remembers and Honours Dr. Gloria Cranmer Webster
((xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil Waututh)/Vancouver, B.C. ) The Union of BC Indian Chiefs (UBCIC) wishes to acknowledge the passing of Dr. Gloria Cranmer Webster, and extend our deep, heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, loved ones, and community. She will be truly missed by those who were privileged to witness her passionate […]
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Passing of R. Stuart “Tookie” Angus
It is with deep sadness and contemplation that we announce the death of R. Stuart “Tookie” Angus. We met Tookie in 2010 as we began this journey in land stewardship and reclamation within the Sechelt Nation’s Territory. The alignment was immediate as Tookie shared a passion and vision for giving back to the community in […]
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