The elections appeal committee released the reasons for why it is ordering Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) to annul its last election and hold a new one. Floyd Bertrand, a former ADKFN chief and current member, along with James Duntra, who ran for chief in the latest election, filed…
Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) administration says it is not scheduling a new election until learning the reasons the previous one should be annulled. In a press release emailed on Friday, the band administration wrote that Sub-Chief Brenda Berreault and council will decide on the next steps after it…
An elections appeal committee ordered the chief election held in Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) to be annulled and for another one to be held “as quickly as can be reasonably done.” Garth Wallbridge, the one person member of the elections appeal committee, issued his decision on Wednesday. The…
Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) in Fort Liard swore in its band council on June 17. The council was ordered to be sworn in by Garth Wallbridge, the one-person member of the elections appeal committee. The appeals for the chief election are ongoing, but a decision is expected sometime…
Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) wrapped up its election Monday evening, well almost. Eugene Hope was re-elected as chief with 148 votes. James Duntra trailed closely behind with 145 votes and Steven Steeves received 24. The six new councillors are: Brenda Berreault with 220 votes Donny Bertrand with 264…
Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) will not be joining the federal government in appealing a ruling that the First Nation did not have authority to postpone its latest band election. The ruling could set a precedent for future disputes, which is likely why the federal government has chosen to appeal….
Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) resumes its election process after a lockdown in the community put everything on pause. Nominations are now open for the position of chief and six council members, until 4 p.m. March 2. Forms can be found at the ADKFN office or by request online…
COVID-19 has delayed the election for the Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN) in Fort Liard, again. This announcement comes days after the election process was scheduled to begin on Jan. 22. ADKFN says the delay is due to the current COVID-19 infections and related restrictions in the community. According…
After two delays, Acho Dene Koe First Nation has finally set a date for its next election. The band passed a resolution saying the election would on April 14, 2021. ADKFN leaders have repeatedly cited the COVID-19 pandemic as the cause for the election delays. Federal legislation allowed bands to…