The Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) will hold its executive elections on Thursday.

FSIN represents 74 First Nations in the province. On Thursday, he is scheduled to hold elections for some of the highest positions in the organization.

Candidates apply for positions including Chief, First Vice Chief and Third Vice Chief.

Incumbent FSIN Chief Bobby Cameron of Witchekan Lake First Nation is running for re-election against Aly Bear of Whitecap Dakota First Nation, who is the current third deputy chief.

The election comes amid a plan to conduct a forensic audit of the organization announced by Indigenous Services Canada in the spring of 2024.

Saskatoon Tribal Council Chief Mark Arcand, who also sits on FSIN’s treasurer board, said FSIN needs to be improved with more transparency and accountability, regardless of who people vote for.

“We need to make sure there is transparency for rights holders and make sure bosses are well informed so they can make effective decisions for their grassroots people.”