Haida leader to receive award

Guujaaw the current President of the Haida nation is to be honoured with a major award for indigenous leadership. Described as a warrior by Ecotrust, he is to have his thirty years of dedication to the Haida people celebrated at a July gathering in Portland, Oregon

He is to be presented with the 2006 Buffett award for indigenous leadership on July 19th. In its five year history, the Buffett awards have recognized the achievements of twenty five aboriginal leaders for their contribution to their people.

Four other finalists for the award will also be honoured at the celebration in Portland.