Jerry Daniels

Grand Chief at Southern Chiefs’ Organization

Speaker

Jerry Daniels was elected to a historic third term as Grand Chief of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) in 2024, representing over 92,000 First Nation citizens. A Long Plain First Nation member and proud father, Daniels has advanced economic and social reconciliation through initiatives in healthcare, education, child welfare, and environmental protection. He is a strong advocate for truth and reconciliation, working to honour Survivors, address the legacy of residential schools, and create meaningful pathways toward healing and justice. Daniels advocates for youth engagement, with SCO scholarships supporting post-secondary education, and he is committed to providing opportunity for First Nations people to design, lead and implement high quality programming and services for First Nations people.