LKFN election candidates announced

Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ First Nation has announced the candidates in its upcoming election for chief and council.

Five people are vying to replace outgoing Chief Gerald Antoine, who recently put his name forward to become Dene National Chief.

Below is the full list of candidates.

Chiefs:

  • Kele Charles Antoine
  • Olinto Beaulieu
  • William MC Michaud
  • Herb Norwegian
  • Hilda Tsetso

Councillors:

  • William Alger
  • James Antoine
  • Brandon Bugghins
  • Cheryl Mary Cli
  • Bianca Gargan
  • Betty Hardisty
  • Jarret Hardisty
  • Jenny Cazon Hempler
  • Stephen Jose
  • Brian Martineau
  • Ernest McPherson
  • Lorraine Menicoche-Moses
  • Catherine Nahanni
  • Ashton Peterson

There will be a public forum held on Aug. 17, at 7 p.m. at the recreation centre.

Election day is Aug. 23 with and advanced poll on Aug. 19

About the Author

Francis Tessier-Burns
Francis was a reporter with CKLB from January 2019 to March 2023. In his time with CKLB, he had the immense pleasure and honour of learning about northern Indigenous cultures.