By James Peters

Former Neskonlith Chief Arthur Manuel dies

Jan 12, 2017 | 9:11 AM

CHASE, B.C. — The Neskonlith Indian Band has confirmed former Chief Arthur Manuel has died.

In a news release through the Union of BC Indian Chiefs, Manuel’s family says he passed away last night, surrounded by his family.

In addition to serving as chief, Manuel was a well-known indigenous rights and environmental activist.

He was the former chair of the Shuswap Nation Tribal Council and most recently part of the Defenders of the Land.

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According to the family, a wake for Manuel will be held Friday and Saturday, and a funeral service on Sunday.

All services will be held at the Adams Lake Indian Band gymnasium.

Manuel was 66.