Court Reinstates Former Chief At Pelican Lake

Court Reinstates Former Chief At Pelican Lake

Monday, September 18, 2006 at 14:31

The Pelican Lake First Nation has a chief once again.

Peter Bill has been named the band’s legitimate leader after a recent federal court decision.

For much of the summer, another group claimed it should be in charge.

However, Indian Affairs spokesperson Noreen Kotowich says this new decision cements Bill’s claim as chief.

The band was placed under third party management after an earlier ruling threw Bill’s leadership in doubt.