Elroy White
Elroy White is a Hereditary Chief of the Heiltsuk Nation and has been an advocate for the preservation and recognition of the Nation's ancient governance structures. Recently, he expressed the importance of the newly approved constitution, highlighting that it reflects the deep history of the Heiltsuk people. White has stated that this written document will provide accountability and transparency, ensuring that the voices of the Heiltsuk will be represented in governance.
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Recent news mentions
Elroy White serves as an elected councillor and hereditary chief for the Heiltsuk nation, bringing home a prized bentwood box after nearly 150 years.
After 150 years, a prized box returns to an Indigenous nation in Canada: ‘I felt like royalty traveling with it’ | Environment
United Kingdom· 2025-07-01
Elroy White serves as both a hereditary chief and elected councillor, discussing the legitimacy of power.
An Indigenous nation in Canada hails historic constitution: ‘We’re now the architects of certainty for ourselves’ | CanadaUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-13
Hereditary Chief Elroy White said the constitution 'reflects the deep history of our people and the ancient governance structure that existed prior to colonization.'
Heiltsuk Nation approves written constitution with 67 per cent of votes
Canada· 2025-02-21
