Speaking for the people: First Nations national chief visits Sitansisk

This is part of a series called Ann's Eye, featuring the work of Ann Paul, a Wolastoqey content creator. You cansee more Ann's Eye pieces by clicking here.

When Ann Paul heard Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak's acceptance speech, she was starstruck.

"There is somebody that's speaking for the people," Ann recalled thinking. "People first, politicians second."

Woodhouse Nepinak, whowas elected national chief in December, visited New Brunswick on April 25 to build connections with First Nations communities.

Scroll through the photos and watch the video to find out more about Ann's experience singing for and meeting Woodhouse Nepinak.

WATCH | What Chief Cindy WoodhouseNepinak had to say during a visit to Sitansisk:

Ann's Eye: Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak visits New Brunswick

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Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak toured Sitansisk, also known as St. Mary's First Nation, on April 25, lunching with elders and listening to a performance from Ann Paul's singing group, Sisters of the Drum.

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