Grand Chief Harvey Jules dies

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When Grand Chief Harvey Jules died on July 20th, his sudden death marked a great loss to all in the Adams Lake Band and the Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs.

At 74 years of age, the retired grand chief was still politically active when what is assumed to be a heart attack took his life.

With over 500 mourners at his funeral of Adams Lake, he was remembered for his tireless efforts in protesting the disturbances of sacred sites within the traditional Secwepemx territory.

"He will be best remembered as a strong-voiced individual, who stood up for his people on issues of concern," said Chief Saul Terry of the Union of B.C. Chiefs.

His strong leadership and commitment to his people as well as his belief and defence of Aboriginal title and rights will be sorely missed.