Brian Francis (Canadian senator)
| The Honourable Brian Francis | |
|---|---|
| Senator for Prince Edward Island | |
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Assumed office October 11, 2018 | |
| Nominated by | Justin Trudeau |
| Appointed by | Julie Payette |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Political party | Independent Senators Group |
Brian Francis is a Mi'kmaq leader, Chief of the Abegweit First Nation from 2007 to 2018. On 11 October 2018 he was appointed to the Senate of Canada representing Prince Edward Island.[1] He is the first Mi'kmaq appointed to the Senate.
Prior to becoming chief, he was an Aboriginal programs co-ordinator with the Department of Fisheries and Oceans.[1]
References
- 1 2 Ross, Shane (11 October 2018). "Chief Brian Francis appointed to Senate". CBC News. Retrieved 12 October 2018.
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