The federal government is recommending that First Nations across the country delay spring elections amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The statement comes days after provincial governments have implemented social distancing measures like limiting the amount of people gathered in one area.
A statement from the Indigenous Services minister’s press secretary on March 27 said, “We recognize the public health risks of holding an election during a pandemic.” “We continue to follow the recommendation of public health experts to practice physical distancing and avoiding large groups wherever possible.
For these reasons and out of concern for community members’ well-being, we do not recommend proceeding with elections at this time.” The statement said the