PJ Leroux sworn in as new member of Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation council – Pembroke Today
Dec 18, 2024
The Algonquins of Pikwakanagan council recently hosted a swearing-in ceremony for the newest member PJ Leroux.
Leroux was chosen in a by-election to replace Coun. Cathy Bernard, who resigned.
The ceremony was held at the Elders Lodge in on Friday, Dec. 13, and included traditional dancers, as well as blessings from Elder Francis Sarazin, who presented Leroux with an eagle feather and a blanket bearing the Seven Grandfather Teachings.
Leroux swore an oath as part of the proceedings.
