Thunder Bay, October 13, 2011 – Matawa Chiefs are in a state of disbelief about the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency’s (CEAA) decision to side with industry by choosing a Comprehensive Study Environmental Assessment (EA) process for the Cliff’s Chromite Project near Webequie and Marten Falls First Nations. The Matawa Chiefs have been calling for a Joint Review Panel Environmental Assessment since May 2011.
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On Monday August 22, 2011 - Chief Celia Echum was re-elected for her 3rd straight term as Chief of Ginoogaming. The last Chief to do this was her husband Gabriel Echum from 1993-1999.

 

Celia received 127 votes to clinch the victory.

 

The following band councillors were also elected:

 

Sheri Taylor (70)

Jerry Echum (66)

Maurice Waboose (59)

Joanne Mendowegan (56)

Blaine (Charlie) Martin (54)
Gabriel Echum (52)

 

The election was diligently conducted in accordance with the Indian Band Election Regulations and signed by Vaughn Johnston, Electoral Officer. View statement of votes.