Posted:
February 16, 2021
Wednesday, February 17 is Election Day for ʔaq̓am residents.
Residents are voting to elect chief and two councillors from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. at Dan Joe Memorial Gym, 7500B Mission Road, Cranbrook.
“Please note due to the COVID-19 virus, safety of the community is a priority thus we are encouraging electors to vote via phone-in ballot at (250) 426-5717.
“Voters phoning in their ballots will be asked specific questions to verify their identity including Band Registry (Status) Number.
“Electors are still able to vote in-person, if they wish, outlined Chief Electoral Officer Tricia Thomas in a Feb. 16 Polling Notice for the By-Election of Councillors.