Liidlii Kue First Nation gearing up for Aug. 28 election

Members of theLiidlii Kue First Nationin Fort Simpson, N.W.T., are gearing up for a band election next week.

A new chief and council will be voted into office on Aug.28.

On Thursday night, community members are invited to attend apre-election forum and barbecue,where people can ask questions ofall the candidates.

Four candidates are vying for the position of chief, includingcurrent Chief Gerald Antoine, HowardHardisty, Steven Joseand Herb Norwegian.

Some community members have already cast their ballots. According to the Fort Simpson bulletin Facebook page, a mobile poll was held on Aug. 21. The electoral officer travelled to the houses of community members with mobility issues, so they could participate in the election.

Fifteen people are seeking one of eight councillor positions. The candidates for councillor are:

• Sharon Allen
• Kele Antoine
• Emma Amundson
• Sharon Corneille
• Pauline Deneyoua
• Brian Martineau
• Ernest McPherson
• Eric Menicoche
• William Michaud
• Stella Nadia
• Catherine Nahanni
• Judy Sabourin
• Alice (Dolly) Tsetso
• Hilda Tsetso
• Sarah Tsetso