Host society for 2027 North American Indigenous Games appoints its CEO

By Sam Laskaris Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The host society for the next North American Indigenous Games (NAIG) has named its CEO. Lowa Beebe, who is a leading advocate, strategist and advisor in Indigenous governance, public relations and cultural awareness, was chosen to spearhead the 2027 NAIG, which will for the most part be held in her current hometown of Calgary. Beebe is a member of Piikani Nation in Alberta. Though she will be overseeing details for the 2027 NAIG, Beebe will be getting plenty of assistance. Various committees will be handling some of the organizational details. “Part of our governance is also taking the direction of the Indigenous Sport Council of Alberta (ISCA),” Beebe said. ISCA is the governing body for Indigenous athletics in the western province. “They’re the…

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