In the last federal election, the Roseau River First Nation in Manitoba had a 100 percent voter turnout but some politicians are crying foul.
The tribe offered up to $30 in a combination of cash and coupons to tribal members who voted. Chief Terry Nelson says the incentive included $10 cash.
The Conservative Party is calling for an investigation. Nelson supports the rival Liberal Party.
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First Nation members paid to vote
(CBC 6/3)
High Native voter turnout tied to incentive payment
Friday, June 4, 2004
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