MEMO - MAIL IN BALLOTS

Mail-In Ballot Requests

In accordance with Section 24 of the Election Regulations, voters may request a Mail-In Ballot.
Deadline to request a Mail-In Ballot: November 5, 2025

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We will accept Mail in Ballots up until the close of the poll, but we highly suggest folks send their mail in ballot as early as possible.

Canada Post Rotating Strikes in Alberta

Mail-in ballots are normally delivered through Canada Post.
However, due to ongoing rotating strikes affecting Alberta, delivery and return times may be delayed.

To ensure timely delivery, the mail-in ballots will be sent to voters by courier instead of Canada Post.

How to Request a Mail-In Ballot (by Courier)

Please email OneFeather before November 5, 2025 to request your ballot.
Email: Benjamin Ternes, Electoral Officer – benjamin.ternes@onefeather.ca

When sending your request, include:

• Your full name

• Your status number

• Your date of birth

• Your mailing address

• A copy of valid identification (ID)

 Each voter must request their own ballot package.

Returning Your Completed Ballot Package

Voters are responsible for ensuring their completed mail-in ballot package is returned to the Electoral Officer before polls close (exact closing time to be confirmed).

You may return your completed ballot by:

• Mail – using the pre-paid, pre-addressed Canada Post return envelope included in your package
  Note: Canada Post delays may affect delivery due to strikes.

• Courier – at your own expense

• In Person – bring your sealed package to the polling station at:
  O’Chiese First Nation Community Hall – November 20, 2025

• Trusted Individual – you may have someone you trust deliver your sealed package to the polling station.

Important Notes

• Couriers cannot deliver to P.O. Boxes – please provide a physical mailing address.

• Voters who return their ballots by courier will be responsible for courier costs.

• Every ballot package will still include a pre-paid Canada Post return envelope, even if courier delivery is used.

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For full election details and updates, visit: https://www.onefeather.ca/nations/ochiese