Statement: Resignation of AFN National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo May 3, 2014 Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Reddit Share on LinkedIn Email For Immediate Release May 2, 2014 OTTAWA – The Aboriginal Peoples’ Commission of the Liberal Party of Canada released the following statement on the sudden resignation by Assembly of First Nations National Chief Shawn A-in-chut Atleo today: The Aboriginal Peoples’ Commission of the Liberal Party of Canada would like to acknowledge and thank National Chief Atleo for his many years of service to First Nations in Canada. His departure comes at a critical time in national discussions relating to the future of First Nations education and the future prosperity of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The Aboriginal Peoples’ Commission calls upon Canadians to support efforts to ensure greater educational opportunities and outcomes for First Nations children.” – 30 – To see Shawn Atleo’s statement, click here. For more information on the Aboriginal Peoples’ Commission, contact us.