Current Chief & Council

Chief Evan B.G. Taypotat

I’m the son of Iris Taypotat and Morley Watson, grandson of Albert and Marjorie Taypotat and Ivan and Jeanette Watson. I was raised by Denton and Beatrice George of Ochapowace Nation. I have served as a soldier in the Canadian Forces and as CKCS principal.

I am dedicated to the fight to honour and implement our Treaty and inherent rights, and believe our Nation’s future successes lie in its progression.

Portfolios include:

  • Chief Evan B.G. Taypotat is on all Committees as ex-officio member.

Councillor Cory D. Alexson

I’m the son of Myrna Buffalo (Daystar) and Roy Alexson (Kahkewistahaw), and my siblings are Deanna, Leighton, Lance, Adrian and Trey. I grew up in Regina and Saskatoon.

I believe quality community and social development programming will strengthen the future health of our children and generations to come. I am proud of the return of our Kahkewistahaw children, our drug and community engagement strategy, and our sports development.

Portfolios include:

  • Veterans & Elders
  • Justice
  • Community Safety Patrol
  • Pow-wow
  • Sports and Recreation
  • Family Services

Councillor Michael K. Bob

I am the son of Faith and Bernard Bob. I have lived on the Kahkewistahaw First Nation all of my life, except during my time at the University of Regina. I have served on KFN Council since 1993.

I have seen considerable change in how our First Nation has developed and progressed, and I am proud of our progress in land claims and economic development.

Portfolios include:

  • Housing
  • Operations and Maintenance
  • Water Treatment Plant
  • Rodeo

Councillor Iris M. Taypotat-Scribe

My parents are Marjorie and Albert Taypotat. I have worked in childcare and education within Crooked Lake Agency and have been a member of the Kahkewistahaw Health Committee and the Ochapowace & Kahkewistahaw Home Care Board.

I am proud to serve as a councillor, and will always make good decisions for our KFN members as a mother and kokum.

Portfolios include:

  • Health
  • Gaming
  • Income Assistance
  • Firefighters

Councillor William C. Kaysaywaysemat

I spent many years living in Ottawa and working for INAC in Quebec. I have been employed in various positions for KFN, including education coordinator, housing coordinator, and chair of Kahkewistahaw 1907 Trust.

I appreciate my responsibilities as Councillor and will serve as a voice of our members.

Portfolios include:

  • Trust
  • Membership
  • Education
  • Lands & Resources
  • Administration & Finance (shared portfolio)

Please Note:

  • All share the Governance, Treaty Protection and Economic Development Portfolios