Deadline is August 5th to Request Mail-In Ballots for Potlotek Election of Chief and Council

Jul 21, 2026 | Local News

Officials with the election for Chief and Council for the Potlotek First Nation say August 5th is the last day that community members can request to receive a mail in ballot.
To receive a mail-in ballot, members must complete a form and provide a copy of their ID.  Only those who cannot vote in person at the advance poll on August 6th or on election day on August 11th should request a mail-in ballot form.
To receive the form, email electoralofficer@cmmns.com; fill out the form with a copy of  their ID back to the office.  Once eligibility is confirmed, a ballot package will be sent in the mail.
Ballots must be received by the electoral officer by August 11th.

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