• President's Corner

    It was ninety-eight years ago, in 1928, that the Métis first began to organize politically in this province. In the ninety-eight years since, this government—driven by our Citizens—has carried on that mission.

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  • Notice of Vote: 2026 Late Fall District Election & District By-Election

    This Fall, the Otipemisiwak Métis Government will be holding District Council Elections and District By-Elections from October 26, 2026 to November 3, 2026.

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Kahsketakihk Council Nominations are Now Open

Learn more about how you can nominate a leader in your community to this advisory body to the Citizens’ Council, to be comprised of ten Elders and Knowledge Keepers from across the province.

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Statement in response to Rebel News’ messages of Residential School denialism and hate

At the Otipemisiwak Métis Government we are hurt and appalled by Rebel News’ decision to desecrate the importance of the orange shirt by using them to spread messages of Residential School denialism and hate.

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Métis Citizens help shape the work ahead at 2026 Citizens’ Gathering with 28 Citizens’ Proposals

You are invited to read more from President Sandmaier and to learn how Citizens’ Gathering furthers our continuing work of self-governance in our full statement.

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A Strong Métis Nation Embracing Métis Rights

Since 1928, the Métis Nation of Alberta has governed the Métis within Alberta.

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We're moving forward on our journey to self-government.

Andrea Sandmaier, President, Otipemisiwak Métis Government

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