Bilijk First Nation elects new chief who will be the youngest in N.B. – CBC

Mar 17, 2026

Chief Justice Gruben optimistic about addressing community issues with his council

Justice Gruben is the new chief of Bilijk, also known as Kingsclear First Nation, which makes him the youngest elected chief currently serving in New Brunswick at 28-years-old.

Gruben grew up in the community and is hoping to invoke change for those living there now and generations to come.

“I feel like my experience of growing up in community really shaped who I am … and that’s what ultimately guided me to be where I am today,” Gruben said.