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Chief Gregory J. Sarazin
ALGONQUINS OF PIKWAKANAGAN
Welcome
Get to know Chief Gregory J. Sarazin
Oath and Declaration of Elected Office.
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“In the name of the Great Spirit, hear me, Elders, Council and Citizens of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation,
In your sight, and in your hearing, I Gregory J. Sarazin, take up the duties of Chief for the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation.
I solemnly promise and sincerely pledge to fulfil these duties as to the best of my abilities mandated by the Algonquin Peoples.
I solemnly promise and sincerely pledge to watch for all dangers and give you fair warning.
I solemnly promise and sincerely pledge to proactively lead, initiate and create the opportunity to better enhance the well being of the members of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation.
I solemnly promise and sincerely pledge to watch for opportunities to strengthen our peoples and to aid in all such efforts.
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Elders, Council and Citizens of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, you have heard my promises made.
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I will always call on the Great Spirit for strength.”
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Gregory J Sarazin – March 30, 2023
Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation
Assembly of First Nation Special Chiefs Assembly - Grand Chief Lisa Robinson, Chief Greg Sarazin, AFN National Chief Cindy Woodhouse/Nepinak
Leadership & Public Service
Chief Sarazin’s responsibilities include leadership oversight, participation in governance processes, and engagement with internal and external partners as required by the role.
Areas of service include:
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Community representation and leadership
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Participation in governance and administrative processes
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Engagement with organizations, agencies, and neighbouring communities
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Oversight of initiatives and strategic priorities where applicable
All activities are conducted within established protocols and with respect for community governance structures.
Battery Energy Storage System Project 2025
Leah Lavalley - Manager of AOPFN Limited Partnership, Chief Greg Sarazin, Ontario Premiere Doug Ford, Ontario Energy Minister Stephen Leece
News & Events
This section provides high-level information regarding initiatives and partnerships associated with leadership responsibilities. Over the past three years, there has been consistent positive progress in this area through ongoing collaboration and strengthened working relationships. Information is shared in accordance with governance processes and confidentiality requirements.
Master Birch Bark Canoe Builder - Stanley Sarazin 1936 - 2006
Birch Bark Canoe
Chief Sarazin comes from a family tradition of birch bark canoe building. His father was an accomplished and authentic birch bark canoe builder who passed this traditional knowledge to his children through direct teaching and practice.
Chief Sarazin has continued this work by maintaining the craft and sharing the knowledge through instruction and courses. This ongoing effort supports the preservation of traditional skills and contributes to the continuity of cultural knowledge across generations.
