The Declaration of Intent to Serve for Executive Office period is now open for Delegates interested in seeking election to the Tlingit & Haida Executive Council at the 91st Annual Tribal Assembly.

The application period is also now open for tribal citizen youth interested in serving as Tlingit & Haida’s Emerging Leader.

Executive Office

Delegates may submit a Declaration of Intent to Serve for Executive Offices (President, First Vice President & Vice President). The form is available above under the “Candidate Forms” tab. Declaration of Intent to Serve forms must be submitted no later than 4:30 PM (AKST) on Sunday, September 13, 2026.

Emerging Leader

Tribal citizen youth interested in serving as Tlingit & Haida’s Emerging Leader must submit an application no later than 4:30 PM (AKST) on Sunday, September 13, 2026. The application is available under the “Candidate Forms” tab.

Candidate Information

An updated candidate report identifying Delegates who have submitted a Declaration of Intent to Serve for Executive Office will be published and updated twice a week throughout the declaration period on Tlingit & Haida’s Elections webpage:

Participation in tribal elections is an important responsibility of tribal citizens. By voting, tribal citizens help shape the future of the Tribe and ensure their community is represented in the governance of Tlingit & Haida.

Electronic ballot information for Tlingit & Haida’s 2026 Elections has been mailed. Information mailed includes voter Elector ID and password. Eligible tribal citizens who are registered to a community and have a mailing address on file will receive information. Tribal citizens will vote using secure electronic balloting via the Simply Voting website.

Key Election Dates

• February 20 – Ballot Information Mailed
• February 20 – Voting Opens at 8:00 AM (AKST)
• February 20 – Voting Credentials Mailed
• March 19 – Voting Closes at 4:30 PM (AKST)
• March 20 – Unofficial Election Results Posted

A total of 192 tribal citizens have declared their candidacy for Delegate and/or Community Council member.

Candidate List: Click Here

How to Cast Your Electronic Ballot

• Visit Simply Voting: Click Here
• Enter your Elector ID and Password, then click Login.
• Select the candidates you wish to vote for, then click Continue.
• Click Confirm to cast your ballot. Your vote is complete.

If you need support casting your electronic ballot, Community Elections Officials are available to help. Email CommunityNavigator@tlingitandhaida.gov or call 1.800.344.1432 to make an appointment. Please make sure to bring your ballot instructions with Elector ID and Password to the appointment.

If you do not receive your electronic ballot instructions by February 28, 2026, Tlingit & Haida may not have a current mailing address on file for you.

Verify or Update Your Contact Information & Registered Community

To ensure you receive a ballot:

• Verify your registered community, especially if you have recently moved. Click here to find your community’s official voting list under the Community section of the Elections page.
• Click here if you need to update your contact information and registered community.

For questions or assistance, please email Elections@tlingitandhaida.gov or call 907.463.7144.