By Rosalind Russell – Serpent River First Nation has a new chief and council in place following an election this past Saturday.
James Owl handily defeated incumbent chief Wilma-Lee Johnston, receiving 343 votes out of 435 ballots cast.
Six community members out of a field of 20 were elected to council: George Coughlin, Justin Urquhart, Rebecca Csaszar, Angela Turdeau, Nicole Pelletier and Erin Carne.
Chief and council will serve a four-year-term in compliance with the First Nations Elections Act.
The First Nation has a total registered population of 1,768 members, with 384 living on the reserve.
Election Results Screenshots provided
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