Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) Deputy Grand Chief Bobby Narcisse is currently under an independent investigation regarding his conduct within the political-territorial organization, as confirmed by Narcisse in a statement to CBC News.
Narcisse, one of three deputy grand chiefs of NAN, represents 49 First Nations under Treaties 9 and 5 in Ontario. A member of Aroland First Nation in northwestern Ontario, Narcisse ran for the position of grand chief in the 2024 elections against Alvin Fiddler, the current Grand Chief, and Pauline Penena Mickelson.
A document shared on social media on Tuesday suggests that NAN’s executive council ordered the investigation last Friday. However, CBC News has not independently verified the document’s details.
In a phone call with CBC News, Narcisse confirmed he is the subject of a third-party investigation but declined to elaborate on its nature, citing its ongoing status. He indicated that the investigation pertains to NAN’s code of conduct.
CBC News has contacted NAN’s communications team for additional information and will update the story as details emerge.
This investigation comes nearly two years after NAN’s former Grand Chief, Derek Fox, was removed from office following alleged breaches of the organization’s code of conduct.
Notably, NAN’s code of conduct is not currently accessible via its official website.
According to NAN’s website, Narcisse holds a background in political studies and law from Lakehead University in Thunder Bay. He has served as the organization’s director of social services and is recognized for his leadership in child and family services reform, as well as his extensive work with First Nations youth.
