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flag Wayne Smith retired as chief of Naicatchewenin First Nation after 32 years, leaving a legacy of economic growth and cultural preservation.

flag Wayne Smith, chief of Naicatchewenin First Nation, retired on January 17, 2026, after 32 years of leadership marked by economic development, cultural preservation, and community trust. flag He helped establish the Naicatchewenin Development Corporation in 1997, which created jobs and training, later expanding through a partnership with New Gold Inc. flag He also led efforts to reclaim Point Park for the Agency One Reserve and supported the construction of a new roundhouse. flag Smith stepped down to pursue personal interests, leaving a legacy of self-determination and long-term progress.

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