Derek Fox contravened sections of NAN’s executive code of conduct related to improper use of influence and improper influence of staff, report says
NAN chiefs represent 49 First Nations.The report says the former grand chief contravened sections of NAN’s executive code of conduct related to improper use of influence, improper influence of staff, harassment and discrimination, and failure to adhere to policies and procedures in his decisions, direction and behaviours toward Ashley Atatise, a department manager, and Melinda Meekis, the chief administrative officer.
The report states that when Mr. Fox learned about Ms. Atatise’s letter around Feb. 7, he decided to terminate her employment because he felt unsafe with her comments and allegations against him. He subsequently tasked the CAO, Ms. Meekis, with her firing. The ISN investigation found that when Ms. Meekis objected to terminating Ms. Atatise after consulting with human resources, peers and three legal opinions who advised against it, Mr. Fox “engaged in telephone calls, text messages and meetings with her that included threatening to replace her, bullying language, aggressive tones, and threatening body language.”
According to a resolution, deputy grand chiefs Anna Betty Achneepineskum and Victor Linklater called for Mr. Fox’s suspension and an investigation after reviewing Ms. Atatise’s letter and learning about the allegation that the grand chief directed to have Ms. Meekis fired. The deputy chiefs also received a copy of a letter from NAN elders to chiefs outlining concerns over Mr. Fox’s conduct and their obligations as the executive council to follow policies and procedures.
He has denied the allegations made by Mr. Copenace and maintains there were no health and safety concerns to substantiate Ms. Atatise’s complaint that he said was “based on defamatory rumours and hearsay by someone with no personal knowledge.” Mr. Fox has filed a defamation lawsuit against Mr. Copenace.
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