There are 2200 members living in 20 communities that make up the ward. Electoral Officer Berty Leamon says candidates need 2 signatures, must be 18 and live in the ward.
Qalipu First Nation has a by-election coming up soon and nominations to fill the seat for Benoit’s Cove Ward Councillor close at 8 o'clock tonight. Voting will take place from June 12th to June 19th. There are 2200 members living in 20 communities that make up the ward. Electoral Officer Berty Leamon says candidates need 2 signatures, and must be 18. Leamon says the band office is there to help eligible voters and voting will be done primarily online, but there will be support options for anyone who might need to phone in. The Benoit’s Cove Ward stretches from Pollard’s Point and Jackson’s Arm area, to Wiltondale though to Pynn’s Brook, and Humber Arm South to Lark Harbour.
No buildings or equipment damaged during an overnight fire at Wildcove and a water bomber is on the scene
Fire ban in effect in Corner Brook until further notice
RNC handing out tickets and adding enforcement in a construction zone near Steady Brook
“March for Atlantic Salmon” at the Majestic Lawn in Corner Brook on Sunday
Crews continue to work on hot spots after an overnight fire at Wildcove and air quality advisories have been issued
