Governance
NOTICE OF ELECTION & NOMINATION MEETING
Notice is hereby given to the electors of the Nee Tahi Buhn Band (NTBB) that an election has been called to elect one (1) Chief, one (1) Deputy Chief, and two (2) Councillors for a four-year term starting in December 2026.
Nomination Meeting
Notice is also given that a Nomination Meeting for this election shall be held on Thursday, October 29 between 6pm and 8pm at the Burns Lake Native Development Centre (BLNDC) located at 485 Highway 16, Burns Lake, BC.
Nominators and seconders must attend the Nomination Meeting, either in person or online, and submit their nomination form to the Electoral Officer before the end of the meeting.
Nomination forms will be available at the meeting. Those attending online can request a form by emailing Electoral Officer Graeme Drew at gd.drewnorth@gmail.com any time before the meeting begins.
Nominees must submit their acceptance form, sworn declaration, consent form, and fee to the Electoral Officer within three (3) days of the meeting to be considered a candidate.
Nominators, seconders, and nominees are encouraged to review the Election Code, including the nomination process and candidate eligibility requirements. The Election Code, Nomination Meeting link, Elector List, and additional election information will be available on the NTBB website.
Election
If there are enough eligible candidates to require a vote, an Advance Poll will be held on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 and a Regular Poll will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2026. Polls will be at the BLNDC from 8am to 8pm.
Electors will have the option to vote in person, online, or by mail.
Given under my hand at Vancouver, BC on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Graeme Drew, Electoral Officer
#404 – 999 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC V6C 3E2
Phone: 604.649.2044
Email: gd.drewnorth@gmail.com
Click here to view the October 27 Election Update PDF Regarding the Criminal Record Search & Fee
Click here to view the October 23rd Election Update PDF
Click here to view the official Notice of Election and Nomination Meeting PDF
Constitution & Election Code Ratification Vote
Nee Tahi Buhn members were asked to vote on the proposed Nee Tahi Buhn Constitution and Nee Tahi Buhn Election Code, both approved for ratification on September 22, 2026.
The ratification vote took place on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Results
Click on the images below to view the results.
Ratification Documents
Download the Nee Tahi Buhn Constitution
Approved for ratification September 22, 2026
Download the Nee Tahi Buhn Election Code
Approved for ratification September 22, 2026
About the Governance Modernization Process
Nee Tahi Buhn is updating and strengthening our core governance documents — including the Constitution and the Election Code — to make them clearer, easier to use, and better aligned with the needs of our members today and for future generations. This work is guided by community values, member feedback, and a commitment to transparent, accountable governance.
This page will be the central home for all information related to the modernization process. Here, members will find:
- Updates and announcements
- Draft documents and plain‑language summaries
- Community meeting dates and materials
- Online surveys and feedback opportunities
- Background information and FAQs
Our goal is to ensure every member has access to the information they need and every voice has a place in shaping the final documents. Nothing will move forward without meaningful community involvement.
Check back often — this page will be updated throughout the process.
Contact Information
Ratification Vote
For questions specifically related to the administration of the ratification vote or election, members may contact:
Graeme Drew, Electoral Officer
Phone: 604-649-2044
Email: gd.drewnorth@gmail.com
Governance Questions
Members can email Governance@ntbb.ca with questions or feedback regarding the Constitution and Election Code.
Jamie Sterritt, the consultant supporting Nee Tahi Buhn with the Constitution and Election Code update, will respond to enquiries received through this address.