Marlene Lanz Celebration of Life
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News Archive
28
Aug
27
Aug
In Memory of Marlene Lanz
December 11, 1943 – August 25, 2018 On August 25, 2018 the Métis Nation suffered a great loss. Marlene Lanz, […]
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22
Aug
RCMR Scrip Booklet
The Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) is proud to partner with the Rupertsland Centre for Métis Research to develop this […]
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13
Aug
Métis Nation Annual General Assembly Adopts Motion to Support Trans Mountain Pipeline
Lac La Biche, Alberta (August 13, 2018) – At the Métis Nation of Alberta’s 90th General Assembly yesterday, delegates voted […]
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10
Aug
A Case Summary on McCargar v Métis Nation of Alberta
This detailed case summary, below, for the recent Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench Decision on the MNA Special Resolutions is […]
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4
Aug
Alberta Court of Queen’s Bench Upholds MNA Special Resolutions
TO: Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) Citizens, Locals, Regions, and Provincial Council FROM: Audrey Poitras, MNA President DATE: August 3, […]
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31
Jul
Indigenous Peoples Open Doors Program
Métis Nation of Alberta and Parks Canada collaborate on Indigenous Peoples Open Doors Program Parks Canada and Métis Nation of […]
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25
Jul
Indigenous Language Legislation Engagement
Canadian Heritage, on behalf of the Government of Canada, is engaging with First Nation, Inuit, and Métis peoples to further […]
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24
Jul
Government of Canada and Métis Nation of Alberta sign Consultation Agreement
MNA-Canada Consultation Agreement: Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations (center right), MNA President, Audrey Poitras (center left) with MNA Co-Ministers […]
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24
Jul
Government of Canada and Métis National Council sign Métis National Housing Accord
MNA representatives including Provincial Council members Dan Cardinal (far left), Marlene Lanz (second left), President Audrey Poitras (second right), and […]
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16
Jul
Special Resolutions
Special Resolutions to amend the Métis Nation of Alberta Association’s bylaws at the 90th Annual General Assembly to be held […]
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11
Jul
Harvesting Report: What We Heard
Over the past year, the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) has been collaborating with the Government of Alberta (GoA) on Métis harvesting […]
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27
Jun
Memo: Step 2: Construction of Métis Cultural Gathering Centre – Opportunities for Métis Contractors/Individuals/Suppliers
TO: MNA Citizens, Locals, Regions and Provincial Council FROM: Audrey Poitras, MNA President DATE: June 25, 2018 RE: Step 2: […]
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26
Jun
MNA Ministry to Offer Temporary Accommodations to Citizens for Medically-Necessary Travel
June 26, 2018 (Edmonton, AB) The Ministry of Health, Children, and Youth, at the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) provincial […]
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26
Jun
Métis National Council and Government of Canada sign Skills and Employment Training Accord
Photo: (l-r) Métis Nation Saskatchewan President, Glen McCallum; Métis Nation Ontario President, Margaret Froh; Manitoba Métis Federation President, David Chartrand; […]
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17
May
Memo: Construction of Métis Cultural Gathering Centre – Opportunities for Métis Citizens/General Contractors/Suppliers
TO: MNA Citizens, Locals, Regions and Provincial Council FROM: Audrey Poitras, MNA President DATE: May 16, 2018 RE: Construction of Métis […]
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14
May
New Cultural Gathering Centre will breathe new life into Métis Crossing
May 14, 2018 (Smoky Lake, AB) – The Métis Nation of Alberta, Government of Canada and Government of Alberta […]
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7
May
Fourth Annual Métis Nation of Alberta Pancake Breakfast
All are welcome to the fourth annual Métis Nation of Alberta Pancake Breakfast on Friday, May 25, 2018. Join us […]
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2
May
Métis Nation of Alberta Releases Opioid Data & Action Plan
For Immediate Release Métis Nation of Alberta Releases Opioid Data & Action Plan Edmonton, AB May 2, 2018 – The […]
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12
Feb
Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Awards
The Métis Nation of Alberta is excited to share details of the Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Awards. This unique award program […]
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7
Feb
Rupertsland Structural Assessment Stakeholder Survey
Métis Nation of Alberta affiliate, Rupertsland Institute (RLI) has commissioned a study to examine the alignment of RLI’s organizational […]
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8
Jan
Response to Inaccuracies in CBC News Article re: MNA Local 2097 Election
For Immediate Release Response to Inaccuracies in CBC News Article re: MNA Local 2097 Election Edmonton, AB January 8, 2018 […]
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24
Nov
Memo: Update on Lawsuit Against MNA
TO: MNA Citizens, Locals, Regions and Provincial Council FROM: Audrey Poitras, MNA President DATE: November 24, 2017 RE: Update on […]
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24
Nov
A New Chapter Begins in Canada’s Relationship with the Métis Nation of Alberta
Every November, we celebrate Métis Week. It is a chance to reflect on who we are as a distinct Indigenous […]
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17
Nov
Special Meeting: December 16, 2017
A Special Meeting of the Members of the Métis Nation of Alberta will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2017 […]
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3
Nov
Out Now: Otipemisiwak Issue 3, 2017
The Métis Nation of Alberta is pleased to share the latest issue of Otipemisiwak Magazine. Inside you will find details […]
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3
Nov
Environmental Review Survey
The Métis Nation of Alberta is seeking feedback from Métis Citizens on a recent Federal Government discussion paper. The Environmental Review […]
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1
Nov
Métis Week Events: Grand Prairie
Awakening Our Spirit Métis Week Celebrations in Grande Prairie Pick-up your Métis passport at any participating partners and receive a […]
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1
Nov
Government building named after Métis activist Muriel Stanley Venne
On Wednesday, October 25, 2017 Premier Rachel Notley announced the building at 142 Street and 123 Avenue, in Edmonton, Alberta, […]
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1
Nov
Youth Art Contest
We’re looking for submissions for the Métis Week Youth Art Contest. Sketch, paint, or draw your favourite thing about Métis culture […]
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1
Nov
Métis Week Events: Region 6
The Métis Nation of Alberta Region 6 Office in Peace River is hosting a series of events beginning Monday November […]
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31
Oct
Métis Week in Alberta
Mark your Calendar! We are pleased to share all events happening throughout the province in celebration of Métis Week. To […]
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25
Oct
Métis Week Events: Region 3
The Métis Nation of Alberta Region 3 Office is hosting a series of events from Monday November 13th to Saturday […]
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25
Oct
Métis Week Events: Region 2
Métis Week, 2017 celebrations in Region 2 will take place on November 16th with food, dancing, and entertainment. This event […]
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20
Oct
Métis Week in Edmonton 2017
November 13th – 18th 2017 The Métis Nation of Alberta is pleased to announce the schedule of events for Métis […]
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17
Oct
Métis Nation of Alberta Responds to ’60’s Scoop Announcement
For Immediate Release Métis Nation of Alberta responds to ‘60s Scoop Settlement Announcement by Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs […]
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7
Oct
Family and Community Gather to Honour Children of Red Deer Industrial School
Richard Lightning and his daughter Kaia Lamothe pay their respects at Red Deer Cemetery. September 28th, 2017. On Wednesday September […]
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6
Oct
Developing a Métis Consultation Policy: Key highlights from meeting with Métis Nation of Alberta and Minister of Indigenous Relations
October 5, 2017 Leaders of the Métis Nation of Alberta meet with Minister Feehan, Minister of Indigenous Relations, and his […]
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5
Oct
Métis Week Events: Region 5
Métis Week, 2017 celebrations in Region 5 will take place on November 17th with food, games, dancing, and entertainment. The […]
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27
Sep
Loss of a former Senator and Leader of the Métis Community: Thelma Chalifoux
The Métis Nation of Alberta was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Thelma Chalifoux. Thelma was a champion […]
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26
Sep
Cancelled: Region 4 Annual General Meeting
The Region 4 Annual General Meeting, scheduled for Saturday, September 30, has been cancelled. For more information, please contact […]
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22
Sep
Press Release: Métis Nation of Alberta Response to the Conklin Métis Culture Camp Fish Seizure
Friday, September 22, 2017 – For immediate Release On Friday, September 15, 2017, an Alberta Fish and Wildlife Officer entered […]
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12
Sep
Notice: Powerline Construction in Fort McMurray
Construction on the ATCO/Alberta Powerline West Fort McMurray 500 kV project is scheduled to begin on September 25 2017, in […]
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8
Sep
Garneau Tree Commemorative Ceremony
Friday, September 15th University of Alberta An important mark of Métis heritage in Edmonton, a 140-year-old Manitoba Maple, has sadly […]
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1
Sep
Prime Minister Trudeau dismantles INAC & Introduces Two New Departments
September 1, 2017 On Monday, August 28, Prime Minister Trudeau announced the dissolution of INAC with the creation of two […]
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20
Nov
Recent Agreements with Canada and Alberta
November 16, 2017 Métis Nation of Alberta-Government of Canada Framework Agreement for Advancing Reconciliation On Thursday, November 16th, 2017, the […]
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13
Sep
Registry sessions
Registry Sessions Become a citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta and get access to cultural enrichment programs, scholarships and […]
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