Indigenous Minister encourages everyone to vote in the Qalipu First Nation election

    Tuesday, 15 October 2024 12:14

    By Tonya Organ

    Even though some wards have been acclaimed, Qalipu members can still vote for the Vice-Chief and Chief positions

    In less than two weeks, members of the Qalipu First Nation will be heading to the polls, some to elect a ward councillor, but all members get to Vote for vice chief and Chief of the band. There are 9 wards or electoral boundaries for members in the western and central regions. Voting for the central region will take place in Glenwood and Exploits. Gander Bay was acclaimed. For the western region, there will be a ward vote for Port au Port, while Flat Bay, Stephenville, Corner Brook and Benoits Cove have been acclaimed. Indigenous Affairs and reconciliation Minister Scott Reid encourages everyone to vote. Even though some wards have been acclaimed, Qalipu members can still vote for the Vice-Chief and Chief positions. Voter packages have been  mailed out and should be received by October 16th. An electronic vote will open October 18th at 8 a.m. and close 8 p.m. on election day which is October 25th. Last year saw an increase in votes cast by 15 percent.

     

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