Animbiigoo Zaagi’igan First Nation – Chief Theresa Nelson was re-elected in Animbiigoo Zaagi’igan First Nation tonight in what can be called a landslide win. This is a community on Partridge Lake off Highway 11 in Northwestern Ontario.
“I am humbled and honoured to receive this strong endorsement from our community,” said Chief Nelson. “We have come a long way together, and we have a long way still to go. Moving forward together I know we can, and will succeed.”
Chief Nelson received more votes than her opponents for Chief combined.
“I would like to acknowledge and thank both Cam and George for putting their names forward to run. It takes a commitment and determination to run for office.”
The Councillors seeking re-election in Animbiigoo Zaagi’igan First Nation were acclaimed.
Before the Election, NetNewsLedger sat down with Chief Nelson to get her thoughts on how Animbiigoo Zaagi’igan First Nation was going and what she hopes for her community.