National First Nations Water Leadership Award

Brian Indian of Onigaming First Nation announced as 2022 National First Nations Water Leadership Award recipient

Brian Indian of Onigaming First Nation announced as 2022 National First Nations Water Leadership Award recipient

Each year, First Nations individuals and organizations from across Canada are recognized by their peers for demonstrating leadership and outstanding dedication to the advancement of clean and safe drinking water in First Nations communities through the National First Nations Water Leadership Award. Today, Indigenous Services Canada is pleased to announce that Brian Indian of Ojibways of Onigaming First Nation is the recipient of the 2022 National First Nations Water Leadership Award. Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, spoke with the recipient earlier this week to deliver the exciting news and learn more about his experience as a water operator.

Zhiibaahaasing First Nation water operator wins national leadership award

Zhiibaahaasing First Nation water operator wins national leadership award

A water operator in an Ontario First Nation is being nationally recognized for his hard work and dedication to his community. Jonathan Riberdy has been awarded the 2021 National First Nations Water Leadership Award for his work to make safe and clean drinking water a reality for Zhiibaahaasing First Nation in Ontario. The water leadership award was created in 2018 by Indigenous Services Canada.