Qalipu First Nation Announces By-Election for Benoit’s Cove Ward Councillor Position

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Qalipu First Nation Announces By-Election for Benoit’s Cove Ward Councillor Position

Qalipu First Nation (QFN) will hold a by-election to fill the vacant position of Benoit’s Cove Ward Councillor following a resignation.

We extend our sincere thanks to former Councillor Terri Greene for her time, dedication, and contributions to Council and to the Nation. Wela’lin, Terri, for your service. We look forward to continuing this important work with the newly elected Councillor.

The by-election process will be conducted in accordance with the CUSTOM RULES GOVERNING QALIPU MI’KMAQ FIRST NATION BAND ELECTIONS  that are established governance procedures to ensure fairness, transparency, and accessibility for all eligible voting members.

Voting Period: June 12, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. to June 19, 2026, at 8:00 p.m.
Nomination Period: To be announced

To be eligible to vote, an individual must be a member of the QFN Benoit’s Cove Electoral War and 18 years of age by/on June 19, 2026. Members do not need to currently reside in the ward to be eligible to vote. Individuals who live outside the region or province may still vote if they are registered in the Benoit’s Cove Ward as their last place of residence.

Communities within the QFN Benoit’s Cove Ward include Cormack, Reidville, Deer Lake, Nicholsville, Humber Arm South (Benoit’s Cove, Frenchman’s Cove, Halfway Point, John’s Beach), Lark Harbour, York Harbour, Jackson’s Arm, Pollard’s Point, Sop’s Arm, Cook’s Brook, Little Harbour West, Little Port, Pollard’s Point, Pynns Brook, St. Judes, Virgin Point and Wiltondale.

Members who are unsure of their ward are encouraged to check their membership profile in KINU or contact the Band Office to confirm their information.

Members are encouraged to ensure their mailing and email addresses are up to date with the Band office to ensure the can be reached for important notices of information.

Members can update their contact information through one of the following options before May 27, 2026

An Electoral Officer will be appointed, and further information, including election administration details, will be shared as they become available.

All by-election information will be posted on the Qalipu Election Hub: https://qalipu.ca/qalipu-election-hub/