The Naskapi Nation of Kawawachikamach invites nominations for three trustee positions on the Taasipitaakin Trust. Established in July 2023, the Trust is a vital institution tasked with protecting, investing, and administering funds from the Aganow Agreement and other commercial activities to benefit future generations of the Naskapi people.
About the Taasipitaakin Trust
The Trust’s Board consists of seven trustees:
- One Councillor appointed by the Council.
- Two ex officio members, serving by virtue of their employment positions.
- Three elected members are chosen by Naskapi Electors.
The three elected trustee positions open for nominations are:
- Trustee for Youth (ages 18–35 at the start of the two-year mandate).
- Trustee for Elders (ages 50+ at the start of the three-year mandate).
- Trustee for General Population (ages 18+ at the start of the three-year mandate).
Trustees play a critical role in ensuring the prudent investment of Trust funds, overseeing administration, and regularly reporting to the community.
How to Submit a Nomination
Interested in becoming a trustee? Follow these steps:
- Email Submission
Please email Ms. Trisha Bacon at tbacon@naskapi.ca specifying the trustee position you are interested in (one position only). - In-Person Submission
Visit Ms. Trisha Bacon or Ms. Mary Guanish at the Nation Office to complete the nomination form.
Deadline: Nominations must be submitted by 12:00 p.m. on December 3, 2024.
Election Details
The election will take place on December 5, 2024, at the Manikin Centre between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The names of nominees will be announced after the nomination period closes.
This is an opportunity for members of the Naskapi Nation to take an active role in shaping the future of the community by participating in the governance of the Trust. For inquiries, contact the Nation Office at 418-585-2686 or visit www.naskapi.ca.