Statement regarding the decision to remove Judy Desjarlais from office

Effective 12:00 p.m. MST, Tuesday, September 17, 2024, Judy Desjarlais has been removed from her role as Chief of Blueberry River First Nations (Blueberry) by the majority of Council. This decision was not taken lightly, and was made with great care and consideration. An independent investigation found that Judy Desjarlais engaged in conduct that violated the bylaws governing Blueberry. Based …