Duncan Michano

Duncan Michano is the Chief of the Biigtigong Nishnaabeg First Nation, located on Lake Superior's north shore. He has been actively involved in discussions regarding Ontario's controversial Bill 5, advocating for a co-governance model that ensures First Nations are equal partners in planning and decision-making for economic development initiatives. Michano has emphasized the importance of meaningful consultation with Indigenous communities and has called for protections of First Nations rights in any development plans, reflecting a commitment to economic sovereignty and self-sufficiency for his community.