The nomination period is under way for the 2021 Saskatchewan Métis Nation elections.
Those running have until April 29 at 2 p.m. to complete and file Nomination Papers with the Chief Electoral Officer or with a Regional Returning Officer. At stake are four Executive positions and 12 Regional Representatives.
This includes candidates running for one of four executiveoffices, as well as candidates running as one of 12 Regional Representatives.
“People interested in running for election can only be nominated for one position, and are encouraged to file their nomination papers early,” said Chief Electoral Officer, Gwen LaFond, in a news release.
As of Tueaday at noon the following candidates were nominated:
President
CHARTIER, Clem
LaROCQUE, Karen
McCALLUM, Glen Hector
MORIN, Mary Ann
Vice President
BURNOUF, Darrel
DESCHAMBEAULT, Darren
LeCLAIR, Michelle
McAULEY, Dale
Secretary
BELANGER, Beckie
HENDERSON, May V.
McCALLUM, Lisa
MORIN, Craig Henry
NORTON, Ashley
Treasurer
GARDINER, Louis G.
LANGAN, Dennis
West Region 1A - North Battleford
KENNEDY, Billy
It's also known that Crystal Miller is planning to run in West Region 1A and has a campaign event scheduled for North Battleford on Saturday.
The final list of nominated candidates will be posted on April 30 and can be found at www.mnselection.ca .
According to LaFond, eligibility has changed this election: only those with their Registered Saskatchewan Metis Citizenship Card or letter issued from the Metis Nation of Saskatchewan Registrar will be eligible to vote. They should bring their card or letter, along with a valid Saskatchewan Health Card and acceptable ID when they vote. Election day is May 29.
