Assembly of First Nations election kicks off with no winner on 1st ballot

The Assembly of First Nations national chief election is underway with three front-runners and no winner emerging after a first-ballot vote on Wednesday, setting the stage for a potentially drawn-out, multi-round contest lasting into the evening.

Assembly of First Nations election kicks off with no winner on 1st ballot
A woman raises her hand during a speech.

The Assembly of First Nations national chief election is underway with three front-runners and no winner emerging after a first-ballot vote on Wednesday, setting the stage for a potentially drawn-out, multi-round contest lasting into the evening.