Jeanne Crowchild is an elected official of Tsuut’ina Nation and serves as Xàkújàà for the 2025–2028 term. From the Crowchild and Beebe family lineage, Jeanne was raised in Tsuut’ina, with formative time spent at her grandparents’ home on Kainai (Blood Tribe) during summers and family events. Her traditional name, “Girl with many bloods,” gifted by her grandparents, reflects the strength she draws from family, heritage, and responsibility to the Nation.
Jeanne’s decision to serve was shaped by listening to Elders and by a deep commitment to protecting the Tsuut’ina way of life and upholding the spirit & intent of the Inherent & Treaty rights for future generations. Her leadership is grounded in engagement and accountability to Tsuut’ina citizens, with a strong emphasis on unity, cultural & traditional continuity, and practical action that advances the Nation’s priorities.
Jeanne has built extensive knowledge in governance and Treaty matters through lived experience, Nation service, and learning grounded in Tsuut’ina teachings and values. Guided by Elders and traditional oral teachings, she approaches Treaty work with care, accuracy, and a long-term view that supports the Nation’s responsibilities and decision-making. She holds the recognized role of official Treaties 1–11 data and record steward for future national gatherings, supporting continuity, accuracy, and long-term historical documentation.
As Xàkújàà, Jeanne is committed to being present and accessible to Tsuut’ina citizens and is actively involved in Nation events and activities, including cultural gatherings and sports. Her priorities for this term center on protecting and advancing Treaty through meaningful engagement, supporting Treaty implementation, and strengthening the Nation’s capacity to exercise its sovereign authority in decision-making that affects Tsuut’ina lands, rights, and future generations.
For Jeanne, being Tsuut’ina is a source of pride in the Nation’s historic accomplishments and a responsibility to stand together in unity, so future generations inherit a strong Nation and the ability to exercise their sovereign authority. She often reflects on the words of Xàkíjí ìk’óyí Tsì (Chief Bullhead)1904:
