James Smith Cree Nation seeks answers on COVID-19 funds – MBC Radio

Apr 6, 2026

The chief of James Smith Cree Nation says he is seeking answers and accountability after raising concerns about how COVID-19 funding was handled by the Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN).

Chief Kirby Constant confirmed Wednesday he sent a formal letter to the FSIN requesting documents and clarification regarding funding tied to the pandemic.

Thursday, the FSIN pushed back. In a statement, FSIN said concerns raised by Chief Constant are not new and have already been addressed through internal governance processes.

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