The Election Commission would like to notify Sault Tribe members that the 2026 Primary and General Election Ballots will look different than past election ballots. In the past, each unit received a ballot on different colored paper based on the registered unit. The 2026 Election will not have colored paper representing the five voting units; they instead will be white with certain sections of the ballot a different color distinguishing the different units.

The Election Commission understands this is a big change from the past elections, however, with upgrading the election software and hardware, this was a necessary change. We would like to assure the voters that there are multiple security measures that are placed on the ballots to hinder duplicating ballots. Any questions or concerns, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

The Election Commission has released an opinion on a complaint filed March 17, 2026.

Hammonds Complaint Opinion

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Language and Culture Department is hosting a Sewing and Cricut Beginner Class in Unit 5. Take advantage of our beginner-friendly sewing class to learn the craft and produce your own feast/dish bag.

April 25, 2026
1-3 p.m.
Munising Tribal Center,
622 W Superior Street in Munising.

Limited slots! Reserve your spot today! To register contact Stacie Chambers at (906)379-8061 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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The Kewadin Casino Gaming Authority will hold an emergency meeting March 27, 2026, at 10 a.m., at the Sault Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room. Tribal members may attend open portions of the meeting via Zoom link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89215879639 only; due to the emergency nature, there will be no live streaming available.

On the agenda under Executive Session is Litigation Strategy Discussion: Kewadin v. Patterson. Under Business is Litigation Strategy: Kewadin v. Patterson.

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Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office is coming to you. Book a visit to complete your Secretary of State transactions.

The Secretary of State Mobile Office will be visiting the Manistique Tribal Center to provide service to members of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

April 9, 2026
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
5698W US Highway 2
Manistique, MI 49854

For more information, contact Katie Peabody at (906) 635-4971 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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The Sault Tribe Elder Advisory Committee and Sault Tribe Elder Services have released the 2026 Elder Scholarship Program.

Applicants must be a Sault Tribe member graduating in 2026 who has been accepted at a trade school, college or university. Applicants must submit a 500-word essay on one of the three following topics: How the scholarship will help you financially, positive experiences you have had participating in various tribal programs growing up, or future plans using these funds.

Please send a copy of your tribal card, high school transcripts, and letter of acceptance along with your essay to Sault Tribe Elder Services, 2076 Shunk Rd., Sault Ste. Marie MI 49783. Applications are due no later than July 2, 2026.

Questions? Contact us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 906‑635‑4971.

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