Premier Furey and Minister Reid Congratulate the Chief and Council of Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation

August 27, 2024

The Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Honourable Scott Reid, Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation, extend warm congratulations to Chief Eugene Hart and the Council of the Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation.

The following individuals were declared elected following an election on August 21:

• Chief: Eugene Hart
• Councillors:
• Female – Karen Penunsi, Laureen Ashini, Felicia Nuna
• Female Elder – Mary Rose Selma
• Male – Michel Nuna, Daniel Pinette, Darren McKay
• Male Elder – Etienne Pone

The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador thanks outgoing Chief Etienne Rich and members of Council for their contributions during their term in office. The Provincial Government extends appreciation to all individuals who offered themselves as candidates in the election.

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“I would like to congratulate Eugene Hart on his return as Chief and the new and returning councillors. Voters in Sheshatshiu have entrusted this group to lead the First Nation and manage the affairs of an active and growing community. I value working with Chief Hart and council and support their efforts to advocate for the best interests of Sheshatshiu.”
Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

“The elected members of the Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation have taken on an important responsibility in working together with the community to develop a strong, self-sustaining community in the areas of housing, education, health services, employment and economic development. I look forward to meeting the Chief and council and hearing about their plans for the future.”
Honourable Scott Reid
Minister Responsible for Indigenous Affairs and Reconciliation

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