Candidates announced for Ndilo Chief election

Four candidates are running for the position of Chief in Ndilo in their upcoming election.

The Yellowknives Dene First Nation announced the chief candidates in a post to Facebook.

Current Chief Ernest Betsina will be hoping to retain his position. He is running against Cecilie (Cece) Beaulieu, Fred Sangris and Shirley Tsetta.

The position of councillor has been filled by Ted Tsetta due to being the only nomination submitted.

The election is set to take place on Aug. 23.

Bailey Moreton
Bailey Moreton
Bailey is new to the north, arriving from Ottawa where he studied journalism at Carleton University. He has worked for newspapers in Halifax, Windsor, and Ottawa. He came to the north hoping to see polar bears. He will settle for a bison. If you have a tip, send it to 905 252-9781, or [email protected].

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