New Chief Elected for LNIB

Members of the Lower Nicola Indian Band have elected a new Chief.

On Saturday, Nicholas Peterson edged incumbent Chief Stuart Jackson by just five votes for the narrow victory.

Of the 499 ballots cast, Peterson garnered 251 votes with Jackson receiving 246 votes. There were also two spoiled ballots.

Meanwhile, 498 ballots were cast to elect new councilors as well Saturday.

Those elected include:

Robin Humphrey 266

Leona Antoine 206

Sue Sterling-Bur 205

Lesley Manuel 187

Yental Coutlee 170

William (Bill) Bose 169

There were also four spoiled ballots.

Elected councilors (Imagine from Lesley Manual Facebook)