Patrick Brazeau

Patrick Brazeau is a Canadian politician serving as a member of the Senate of Canada. Appointed to the Senate in 2009 on the recommendation of Prime Minister Stephen Harper, he previously served as the national chief of the Congress of Aboriginal Peoples. An Algonquin from the Kitigan Zibi reserve, Brazeau has been a vocal advocate for the reform of Aboriginal governance and the dismantling of the Indian Act. His tenure has been marked by significant controversy, including legal challenges and a period of suspension from the Senate related to expense claims, though he was later reinstated after charges were withdrawn. He continues to serve as an independent senator, focusing on legislative initiatives such as alcohol health warning labels.