The largest First Nation in Saskatchewan has elected a woman chief for the first time in its history.

The Lac La Ronge Indian Band, with 7,200 members, will swear in Tammy Cook-Searson, 33, on Thursday. She replaces longtime chief Harry Cook, who retired.

Cook-Searson has served on the tribal council for five years.

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Lac La Ronge Indian Band - http://www.llrib.ca