First Nations Elections Act: Name Updates

Summary#

The Order Amending the Schedule to the First Nations Elections Act (Miscellaneous Program) updates the official names of two First Nations listed in the schedule to the First Nations Elections Act. The changes took effect on March 12, 2021 and simply replace the old entries with the current names.

What it does#

• Replaces item 15 in the schedule with We'koqma'q First Nation.
• Replaces item 40 in the schedule with Oromocto First Nation.
• Brings the schedule into line with the names recorded in the federal registration system.
• Comes into force on the day it was registered (March 12, 2021).

Who's affected#

• Members, leaders and administrators of We'koqma'q First Nation and Oromocto First Nation.
• Officials who manage or refer to First Nations election rules, including staff at Indigenous Services Canada.
• Anyone using the schedule to check which First Nations are covered by the First Nations Elections Act (for example, election clerks or legal advisors).

Why it matters#

• It prevents confusion by making the law use the same names that appear in the Indian Registration System.
• It helps ensure government documents and processes point clearly to the right communities.
• The change is administrative: it updates names rather than changing election rules or who is covered.