On June 20, 2013, Chief David Crate was appointed to the National Aboriginal Economic Development Board for his first three-year term.
Chief David Crate has been the Chief of Fisher River Cree Nation, Manitoba, since 1989. During this time, he negotiated a joint economic venture with the Province of Manitoba for the development of cottage lots in Fisher River Cree Nation. He also implemented a significant infrastructure development plan for his community. Chief Crate has advocated for the creation of Fisher Bay Provincial Park and for the establishment of the Healing Centre and Water and Sewer Treatment facilities.
Chief Crate is a Board Member of Manitoba Hydro and a Member of the Assembly of Manitoba Executive Council of Chiefs. He was awarded the Manitoba Crocus Award for Conservation for his work on the Fisher Bay Park.
