Lawrence Joseph Announces he is seeking the Liberal Nomination in Desnethé Missinippi Churchill River Dec 19, 2014 6:43 AM

Former FSIN (Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations) Chief and past NDP Candidate Lawrence Joseph announced his intention to seek the Liberal Party of Canada nomination in Desnethé Missinippi Churchill River in the 2015 Federal Election.

“I ran for the NDP in the last election, not because I was a lifelong partisan supporter of the NDP, but because I believed in Jack Layton,” said Mr. Joseph. “I truly believe that Justin Trudeau best represents the hope for the future. I want to help build for my children and grandchildren.”

“There are too many important issues in the North that this Conservative government has failed to address. We need a leader who can bring people together: First Nations, Metis, and non-aboriginal people for a respectful and meaningful dialogue that will work to address our concerns. Justin Trudeau is that leader and I want to be at the table to help facilitate that dialogue.”

Mr. Joseph was born on the Big River First Nations, and is fluent in both the English and Cree languages.