There are three men running for the position of Manitoba chief at the Assembly of First Nations, who will be elected today by the chiefs of the province's 63 First Nations.

Incumbent Kevin Hart is seeking a second term, running against Nelson Genaille, chief of Sapotaweyak Cree Nation, and David Harper, the former grand chief of MKO.

The election takes place ahead of voting next week for a new national leader of the Assembly of First Nations.

The Assembly of First Nations represents 634 First Nations across Canada. There are 10 regional chiefs, each with a seat on the AFN's executive committee.

The election for the Manitoba regional chief will take place during the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs' annual general meeting at the South Beach Casino and Resort on Brokenhead First Nation.