Discontent with Chief’s behaviour marked by protest

Red Pheasant First Nation Chief Stewart Baptiste has been the object of protests both on the First Nation and in North Battleford. Baptiste is facing a number of criminal charges including breach of probation, criminal mischief for breaking a truck window, and drunk driving. While Baptiste and council met on June 20, a group of women set up a protest camp outside of the band office. The previous week picketers appeared outside the North Battleford court house where Baptiste pleaded guilty to breach of probation. Some band members are calling for Baptiste’s resignation and the provincial court judge said Baptiste’s actions were unacceptable and that he was setting a poor example for the young people on reserve, according to Talk Radio.