Martin Favel is serving his first four-year term as Band Councillor for the Peguis First Nation.

Martin was born and raised in the community of Peguis First Nation where he continues to reside and raise his family. He brings an extensive background in administration, management and leadership through his previous experience. He has worked in a variety of streams including development positions with Youth/Children and most recently Administrator for the Band Income Assistance Program for 10 years.

Martin has a passion for sports and recreation and has also coached Jr. B Hockey in the Keystone Junior Hockey League (KJHL) for many years and has assisted in leading and developing our local teams to numerous provincial championships.

Martin is deeply committed to our people, our culture, our future, and how we are going to move forward as a First Nation, socially, culturally, financially and so much more. He is a strong advocate for consensus building, promoting transparency and getting things done fairly and equitably.

“Sharing and learning of our history and culture play a significant role in the growth of our people and supports the goal of healing as we strive to reconciliation in our province and country. Participating in the Treaty One Celebration is an honor and celebration of our ancestors and representation of hope for the future!”