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Tensions rise on Walpole Island ahead of crucial leadership election [Video]

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Walpole Island First Nation is grappling with unrest as its community heads into a critical election set for Sept. 21.

The reserve — and most other First Nations in the country — holds elections every two years, voting on their chief and council members.

Many residents told CTV News they’re frustrated with incumbent leadership, alleging financial mismanagement, lack of transparency and growing discontent.

CTV News made several attempts to contact administration at the band office, as well as incumbent leadership.

No calls, emails or messages sent via social media were returned.

In-person inquiries made during a trip to the reserve were shut down.

Elaine Jacobs, who was born on the reserve, said the sense of community she once knew is “coming apart.”

“There’s just a feeling of frustration overall,” she said. “People are basically fed up.”

Travis Fortnum/CTV News Windsor.

Jacobs, who left Walpole Island when she was young but returned in the 1990s, …

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