Aamjiwnaang First Nation Chief Chris Plain is stepping down from the role.
In a letter posted to social media on Friday, Plain said following his recent election as Deputy Grand Council Chief of Anishinabeck Nation, he has regretfully decided to step down from his position as chief of Aamjiwnaang First Nation.
In the post Plain said with only four months remaining in the term, he does not believe there will be a significant impact from his departure, adding the council will appoint an acting chief.
"I was first elected to council in June 2000, and it has been a tremendous 24 years," said Plain. "I sincerely wish that I was able to complete the term, however the timing was off and many in the Anishinabeck Nation were asking me to step forward."
Plain was acclaimed to the position of chief in 2022, and at the end of this term would have served in the role for a total of 17 years.
He highlighted many accomplishments the First Nation has seen over the years in the letter, including upgraded recreation areas and a hospice-like space which opened earlier this spring.
Plain said it has been an honour and privilege to serve the membership of Aamjiwnaang.
"I am looking forward to my new position, but my heart will always be with Aamjiwnaang," he said.
Plain's resignation will take effect on June 21, 2024.
