Proposed new northern Alberta riding with increased Indigenous representation sparks division

North Peace Tribal Council supports the creation of the new Mackenzie riding, but some Treaty 8 First Nations are happy with their current representation in Lesser Slave Lake.

Chief Rupert Meneen of Tallcree First Nation says a proposed new provincial riding in Alberta with increased First Nations representation would help convince his band members to vote. (LinkedIn)

This story was originally published in Alberta Native News.

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