By Ed Hitchins, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Energeticcity.ca FORT NELSON, B.C. — The Chief of a northeast B.C. First Nation says the matter of owning local businesses in the area is not only not a conflict of interest, it’s also untrue. Fort Nelson First Nation (FNFN) Chief councillor Archie Harrold submitted a written affidavit on the nation’s Facebook page, denying allegations he is in conflict of interest in owning several local establishments. Harrold was elected to FNFN’s council in August 2024. He was later elected by councillors to the role of Chief councillor, as is the custom of the election code of FNFN. However, allegations have been levied against Harrold that he is financially benefiting from several companies – including ones involved in logging and energy – committed to projects

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