Beardy Elected Regional Chief

A local face is the new face of the Chiefs of Ontario.  Nishnawbe-Aski Nation Grand Chief Stan Beardy has been elected Regional Chief.  Beardy received 59 votes in traditional voting this morning.  Incumbent Angus Toulouse received 53 votes.  The 38th Annual All Ontario Chiefs Conference is on the go in Toronto.  Beardy's election will mean the Nishnawbe-Aski Nation will be electing a new Grand Chief.