Yellowknife election 2026: Rob Foote interview
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As someone who was homeless at one point, Foote said he felt it was “a good opportunity to give back and advise the community on personal experiences.” Cabin Radio is aiming to interview all 21 candidates running for eight council seats.
Cabin Radio hosted a mayoral candidates’ debate on October 5 from 7-8:30pm at City Hall, which was broadcasted live on our Facebook page, website and app.
Early voting begins on October 5 and runs until October 16.
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Yellowknife election 2026: Rob Foote interview
Sarah Pruys
Saturday October 10, 2026 at 5:55am MT
Rob Foote. Sarah Pruys/Cabin Radio
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Incumbent Rob Foote is running for a second term to help ensure there is transparent leadership, and to continue to advance work on housing, community safety and responsible growth.
After former mayor Rebecca Alty was elected to Parliament and councillor Ben Hendriksen took her place as mayor, Foote was appointed to fill the vacancy. He had originally come ninth in the 2022 election.…
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