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MNA Community Registry Events

Posted on: Oct 04, 2016

Become a member and join a Nation! The Métis Nation of Alberta is hosting community registry events during October and November to meet up with our community members and to assist prospective members with their applications. A genealogist will be on-site to assist with all genealogical inquiries.

For more information, please contact MNA Director of Registry, Tracee McFeeters at tmcfeeters@metis.org, or by calling 780-455-2200 ext. 389. Event information will be posted online at bit.ly/RegisterMNA and at www.albertametis.com.

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Why Join?

 By becoming an MNA member, you are joining a proud and historic Nation. MNA members also enjoy access to a number of programs and services provided by the MNA and MNA affiliates.

1. Métis Rights: 2016 has been a game-changing year for Métis Rights advancements including the Daniels Case Victory, Ministerial Special Representative Report on Section 35 Métis Rights, and the MMF land claim victory. The future is ours to shape!

2. Voting: By becoming a member, you are able to vote at MNA local and regional meetings, and the provincial Annual General Assembly (AGA). The AGA serves as the legislative function of the MNA by allowing members to vote on ordinary and special resolutions that direct the path of the Nation.

3. Health, Children and Youth: The MNA provides valuable health and social services for Métis families. Métis Resource Workers based out of the MNA provincial office in Edmonton connect Métis Albertans with beneficial programs, support Métis children and families involved in the Child Intervention System, and provide support to individuals living with FASD. The MNA is also actively involved in conducting Métis-specifc health research such as the Public Health Surveillance Program (PHSP) that aims to establish health services tailored to the needs of Métis people in Alberta. Visit http://albertametis.com/programs-services/ for more information.

4. Sustainable Development & Industry Relations: The Métis Nation provides consultation services under the umbrella of sustainable development and industry relations. This department offers expert insights in areas including economic development, Métis consultation, s.35 Métis rights and industry agreements.Visit http://albertametis.com/programs-services/industry-relations/ for more information.

5. Education: The Rupertsland Institute (RLI) is the education, training and research branch of the MNA and offers financial support for Métis students. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact RLI directly for information concerning programs and services. Visit http://www.rupertsland.org/ for more information.

6. Housing: Métis Urban Housing Corporation (MUHC) and Métis Capital Housing Corporation (MCHC) represent the housing arm of the MNA. The Métis Urban Housing Corporation (MUHC provides affordable, adequate, and appropriate rental housing for low and moderate income Aboriginal families within the urban centers of Alberta. Métis Capital Housing Corporation (MCHC) is the MNA institution that deals with the ownership and management of residential properties. Visithttp://www.metiscapital.ca/  for more information.

7. Business Development: Apeetogosan (Métis) Development Inc. (AMDI) is the business arm of the MNA. AMDI is committed to providing profitable and sustainable financial services and support to clients who seek the means to attain economic self-sufficiency. AMDI has lent out over $60 million since 1988 and helped in the creation of over 1,000 Métis-owned businesses throughout Alberta while maintaining a capital base of $8 million. Visit http://apeetogosan.com/ for more information.