Gwich’in Tribal Council Deputy Grand Chief Kristine McLeod passes away

(Photo courtesy of the GTC)

GTC Deputy Grand Chief Kristine McLeod died over the weekend.

According to a Facebook post, she passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning.

(Photo retrieved from Gwich’in Tribal Council Facebook)

“The thoughts, prayers, and attention of our organization and Nation are with her family,” reads the notice.

“The board, executive and staff of the GTC mourn the immeasurable loss of our friend, relative, mother and leader.”

McLeod was originally from Inuvik and was elected deputy grand chief in September 2020.

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