Deputy grand chief addresses failure of former inquests to yield change at Thunder Bay Jail

Anna Betty Achneepineskum says she’s provided testimony at multiple coroner’s inquests in Thunder Bay, Ont., and seen dozens of recommendations aimed at preventing deaths at the Thunder Bay Jail. The deputy grand chief with Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) provided testimony during the second day of the inquest into Kevin Mamakwa’s death. Here's what she shared about challenges facing NAN members.