Rita Thompson was elected Chief of North Spirit Lake (NSL), First Nation on June 29, winning her third straight term.
In the community of just under 500 members, Thompson received 80 votes.
Rachel Oombash was elected Deputy Chief with 37 votes. This will be her first time serving on Chief and Council. Oombash said that she was “very surprised” when she found out she had been elected, and hopes to “help the people.” She said she is looking forward to learning the ropes of her new job as Deputy Chief.
Brian Rae, Jake Kakekagumick and Corey Rae were elected to serve as councilors for North Spirit Lake. Brian Rae received 100 votes, Kakekagumick received 63 votes while Corey Rae got 54 votes.
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