Keith I. Knott, C.M.
Curve Lake, Ontario
Keith Knott is the beloved former chief and band councillor of Curve Lake First Nation. Esteemed for his significant participation on numerous provincial and First Nation boards, he was influential in building lasting relationships between the peoples of the Anishinaabe territory and its surrounding municipalities. He also oversaw the development and implementation of essential services, notably a health centre with an on-site medical doctor. He contributes to preserving Anishinabek culture as a board member of the Ministry of Natural Resources’ Ontario Geographic Names Board.