Hans McCarthy wins landmark Forensic Audit, setting new standards for First Nations governanc

By Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Alberta Native News Hans McCarthy, grandson of the late Frog Lake Chief Lawrence Francis Quinney, has achieved a landmark court victory in a forensic audit, establishing a new standard for financial transparency and accountability for First Nations across Canada. McCarthy, who currently lives in Pigeon Lake, Alberta says, “I grew up in Frog Lake First Nation. My family was heavily involved in politics – chiefs and councillors – and I come from a line of activists.” The Case That Sparked Action McCarthy’s journey began in 2015 when he discovered mismanagement of funds while working for Frog Lake First Nation. “People encouraged me to speak up, so I did. I tried talking to Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and Chief and Council, but they didn’t…

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