Otipemisiwak Métis Government

RAM and Art Gallery of Alberta Field Trip
2025-07-31 10:30 - 17:00 (America/Edmonton)
Join Us for an Art & Culture Day in Edmonton!
We’re checking out some of Edmonton’s coolest spots this summer, and Métis youth (ages 12–29) are invited! Come hang out with the Youth Department as we explore the Art Gallery of Alberta and the Royal Alberta Museum — with a chill picnic lunch in Churchill Square in between!
Date & Time: Thursday, July 31 starting at 10:30 AM
Where: Art Gallery of Alberta (2 Sir Winston Churchill Sq) and Royal Alberta Museum (12845 102 Ave NW)
Registration OPENS July 21st@ 12 PM! Check back HERE
Open to Métis youth Citizens ages 12–29
Register online to lock in your spot!
Questions? Email Bailey at BLohmann@metis.org

Registry Drive: Westlock
2025-07-31 15:30 - 19:30 | Westlock Rotary Spirit Centre, 9603 100 Street, Westlock, Alberta, T7P 1Y1, Canada

Métis Cup
2025-08-01 - 2025-08-03 | Terwilligar Community Recreation Centre, 2051 Geger Rd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6R0R9, Canada
Métis Cup

The 3rd Annual Métis Cup is coming up! Join us for three jam-packed days at the Booster Juice Recreation Centre in Terwillegar this weekend, August 1 to 3. Hockey player or not, there’s Métis fun for everyone!
Join us this Friday for a day of sport, culture, and community, featuring performances by artists such as Gary Pruden and Darla Daniels, an Artists’ Market and Youth activities for everyone to enjoy, and a bit of friendly competition with our Jigging Contest.

View and Download the Métis Cup Program

One lucky Métis Cup attendee will be go home with a set of half-season tickets to the Oilers!
How to win? Maybe we choose the Citizen we see out at all our events. Maybe we choose the youngest jigger out on the dance floor. Maybe we choose the loudest cheerer in the arena. Who we choose is up to you! To win, you must be in attendance to claim the prize.
The chances to win big don’t stop on Friday! Think you’ve got the most spirit? Suit up in your Voyageurs gear or best Métis wear for our Super Fan Contest! Bring the energy, bring the style, and you could skate away with an awesome prize! Don’t have any Voyageurs merch or don’t have enough Métis wear? Pick some up at our Artists’ Market! Not only will the best Super Fan outfits be featured on our social media pages, but the three best Super Fan outfits will win some awesome prizes!
First place: PlayStation 5 and NHL25
Second place: $250 gift card to Hockey Life and an Oilers jersey
Third place: $150 Sport Chek gift card and an Oilers jersey
To win, you must be in attendance for the door prize draw at 4 p.m. on Saturday to claim a prize.

Michif in the Valley
2025-08-04 15:00 - 20:00 | Edmonton Valley Zoo, 87 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, AB, T5J 2R7, Canada
Michif in the Valley

We’re excited to invite you to a special celebration of Métis language, culture, and community—Michif in the Valley: pîkoskiwiyahk îwâyatinâk, hosted by the Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s Language Revitalization Team.

August 4, 2025
Early access begins at 3 p.m.
Main programming runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Edmonton Valley Zoo

Enjoy free admission to the zoo and a full evening of fun, family-friendly activities, workshops, performances, and cultural sharing, including:

A zoo-wide Michif scavenger hunt
Michif storytelling and language games
Jigging and language workshops
Michif plant walks guided by community Knowledge Holders
Language Holder’s Tea-Time: a space to visit, listen, and learn
Live performances from an incredible lineup, including:

The Kikino Northern Lites Dancers
JUNO-nominated fiddler Brianna Lizotte
Two-time Batoche Jigging Competition Champion Kenton Alook
Acclaimed fiddler and folk singer-songwriter Darla Daniels
Fiddler Jon Simpson
…and other young and up-and-coming performers, including a recent Métis Fest winner!

Amazing prizes will be given out during our two draw times, scheduled for 5:45 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Prizes include Nintendo Switches, drones, digital cameras, karaoke machines, Beats earbuds, LEGO sets, and more!
The longer you stay, the more chances you have to win — so plan to join us for the whole evening. You never know what your ticket might score you!

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Extended Registry Hours
2025-08-05 08:30 - 19:30, 2025-08-16 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-08-19 08:30 - 19:30 | Delia Grey Building, 11738 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta, T5G 0X5, Canada

Registry Drive: Llyodminster
2025-08-06 15:30 - 19:30 | Bioclean Aquatic Centre, 2902 59 Ave, Lloydminster, Alberta, T9V1Y2, Canada

Registry Drive: Edmonton
2025-08-06 15:30 - 19:30 | Mill Woods Recreation Centre – Multi-Purpose Room 201, 7207 28 Ave, Edmonton, Alberta, T6K 3Z3, Canada

Registry Drive: Vermilion
2025-08-07 15:30 - 19:30 | Vermilion Regional Centre, 5702 College Drive, Vermilion, Alberta, T8X 1K4, Canada

Bird Walks August 9 Calgary
2025-08-09 09:00 - 12:00
Community Bird Walks – August 9 Calgary

Walk alongside our feathered friends!
The Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s Environment and Climate Change Department is pleased to announce another round of Community Bird Walks.
Embark on a beginner-friendly walk with Ariane Inman from Bird Dreams and learn how to listen for and spot birds. Over the course of three hours, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of birds, their ecological significance, and the lessons we can learn from them.
Register Now
Completion of this form does not guarantee attendance; our staff will follow up with confirmation and further details. Forms will be processed and waitlisted in the order that they are received.
For more information, please contact Jac Curry, Environment Coordinator, at environment@metis.org.

Promoting & Increasing Cultural Safety: Fort McKay
2025-08-09 10:00 - 2025-08-10 14:00
Promoting & Increasing Cultural Safety: Fort McKay

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The Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s Consultation Department wants to hear from our Fort Mckay-area women, youth (ages 16 to 29), and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Citizens!
We aim to better understand how we can help these groups connect with their Métis community and culture. Join one of our engagement sessions and share your thoughts as we travel throughout the province. Participants are eligible for an honorarium.

Join us in Fort Mckay
Women: August 9, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Youth: August 9, 2:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
2SLGBTQQIA+: August 10, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Citizens' Council Meeting
2025-08-13 09:30 - 11:30 | Double Tree West, 16615 109 Ave NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T5P 4K8, Canada
The Chair of Citizens’ Council wishes to advise Citizens that the next meeting of the Citizens’ Council will be on August 13, 2025, open from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at the DoubleTree West (16615 109 Ave NW, Edmonton) in the Palisades Ballroom.
Food and beverages will not be provided. Please bring your Citizenship ID card with you, or another form of Government-issued Identification.

Proposed Agenda
Public Notice – Citizens’ Council_Aug 2025
Code of Conduct
Citizens’ Council Gallery Code of Conduct_revised May 28, 2025

Registry Drive: Leduc
2025-08-14 15:30 - 19:30 | Leduc Recreation Centre – LPH Boardroom, 4330 Black Gold Dr, Leduc, Alberta, T9E3C3, Canada
Notice: This event’s room number has changed. The new room is Kosmos Community Kitchen.

Métis Mingle: Calgary [In-Person Event]
2025-08-16 09:00 - 15:30 | SANDMAN HOTEL & SUITES CALGARY SOUTH, 8001 11ST SE, Calgary, AB, T2H 0B8, Canada
Building Blocks for Family, Well-Being, and Culture

The Otipemisiwak Métis Government, Children and Family Services Department (CFS) is excited to partner with MP Psychology to bring the Calgary Métis Mingle: Building Blocks for Family, Well-being, and Culture, to the children (6 – 17) and families of the Métis Nation of Alberta (Calgary and area).
Métis Mingle: Building Blocks for Family, Well-being, and Culture aims to bring together Métis families and knowledge-holders to strengthen family bonds and create lasting memories, while engaging in a variety of workshops to enhance your energy and well-being!

Childcare is not provided.

Workshops for children ages 6 – 17 will run concurrently with the adults workshops, and include:

Mindfulness
Jigging
Lego
Dot Art

To qualify for this FREE program, Métis families must meet all of the following eligibility criteria:

Applicants and their attending family members must be current residents of Alberta residing within 2 hours of the event location.
The family must have Métis children attending between the ages of 6 – 17.
Accurate completion of this form by a family member 18 years or older.

The selection process will be first-come, first served to all families that apply and meet the eligibility criteria.
Completion of this form does not confirm attendance.
Our team will be in contact with those who have completed the form, registration will be confirmed 2 weeks prior to the event date.
Please Note:
Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Space is limited. If you are having trouble completing this form or you realize that you are unable to attend after completing this form, please inform us as soon as possible at: resources@metis.org.
For more information on other Otipemisiwak Métis Government CFS programs visit:
https://albertametis.com/programs-services/children-family-services/

Promoting & Increasing Cultural Safety: Hinton
2025-08-16 10:00 - 2025-08-17 14:00
Promoting & Increasing Cultural Safety: Hinton

Register Here
The Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s Consultation Department wants to hear from our Hinton-area women, youth (aged 16 to 29), and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Citizens!
We aim to better understand how we can help these groups connect with their Métis community and culture. Join one of our engagement sessions and share your thoughts as we travel throughout the province. Participants are eligible for an honorarium.

Join us in Hinton
Women: August 16, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Youth: August 16, 2:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
2SLGBTQQIA+: August 17, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Registry Drive: Calgary
2025-08-19 15:30 - 19:30 | Silver Springs Community Association, 5720 Silver Ridge Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Community Information Session: Breaking Barriers
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for an informative session with Tania Kruk, Early Years Manager with the Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s Children and Family Services Department as she presents the Flourishing Futures Program. This initiative supports early learning and child care (ELCC) aged children by providing funding for inclusive resources to help overcome barriers to learning.
Learn:

How the Flourishing Futures Program supports children with diverse learning needs
Resources available for early child developmental
Insights into child development and overcoming learning barriers

Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re a parent, educator, student, caregiver, or community member, this session is for anyone interested in inclusive early learning supports.

Registry Drive: Manning
2025-08-20 13:30 - 17:30 | Manning Municipal Library, 407 Main St, Manning, Alberta, T0H 2M0, Canada

Registry Drive: Calgary
2025-08-20 15:30 - 19:30 | Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre, 1316 - 33 St NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2A 6B6, Canada

Citizens Gathering
2025-08-21 - 2025-08-24 | Métis Crossing, 17339 Victoria Trail, Smoky Lake, Alberta, T0A 3C0, Canada
Citizens’ Gathering

Join us in celebrating 97 years of gathering!
Citizens’ Gathering will take place at Métis Crossing on August 21 to 24, 2025.
Are you joining us for our 97th year of gathering? Let us know! RSVP

Registry Drive: Fort McMurray
2025-08-26 15:30 - 19:30 | MacDonald Island Park, 1 C. A. Knight Wy, Fort McMurray, Alberta, T9H 5C5, Canada

Registry Drive: Drayton Valley
2025-08-26 15:30 - 19:30 | Ricochet Oil Corporation Aquatic Centre, 4700 West Valley Park Road, Drayton Valley, Canada

Registry Drive: Conklin
2025-08-27 15:30 - 19:30 | Conklin Multiplex, 244 Northland Dr., Conklin, Alberta, T0P1H1, Canada

Registry Drive: Camrose
2025-08-27 15:30 - 19:30 | Camrose Recreation Centre, 4412 56 St, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 5K4, Canada

Promoting & Increasing Cultural Safety: Rocky Mountain House
2025-08-27 18:00 - 2025-08-29 21:00
Promoting & Increasing Cultural Safety: Rocky Mountain House

Register Here
The Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s Consultation Department wants to hear from our Rocky Mountain House-area women, youth (aged 16 to 29), and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Citizens!
We aim to better understand how we can help these groups connect with their Métis community and culture. Join one of our engagement sessions and share your thoughts as we travel throughout the province. Participants are eligible for an honorarium.

Join us in Rocky Mountain House
Women: August 27, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Youth: August 28, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
2SLGBTQQIA+: August 29, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Registry Drive: Red Deer
2025-08-28 15:30 - 19:30 | iHotel & Conference Centre Red Deer, 6500 67 St., Red Deer, Alberta, Canada

Transition Information Session: Fort Chipewyan
2025-09-03 16:30 - 21:00 | Mamawai Community Hall, 128 Cardinal Ave, Fort Chipewyan, Alberta, T0P 1B0, Canada
Fort Chipewyan District elected officials along with the Self-Government team and Chief Electoral Officer will be in Fort Chipewyan to meet with Citizens of Fort Chipewyan Métis District to discuss the transition process to the new Otipemisiwak Métis Government and answer any questions you may still have.
You are invited to attend the meeting:
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Mamawai Community Hall
4:30 p.m.
Doors open
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Dinner
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Citizen information meeting with Self-Government team and Chief Electoral Officer, Question & Answer period
9 p.m.
End of the event

We look forward to seeing you and discussing the exciting future for everyone.

Yoga/Meditation Weekly Sessions
2025-09-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
September 2 Update:
We are sorry to inform you that our Weekly Yoga Class scheduled for Wednesday, September 3 has been cancelled. We hope you can join us for next week’s session!
Stay updated by following us on our social channels for future class details and updates.

Centre yourself with breathwork, relaxation, and movement at our Weekly Yoga and Meditation classes.
Join us every Wednesday on Zoom from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Click Here to Join Online
For more information, Contact health@metis.org.

Extended Registry Hours
2025-09-04 08:30 - 19:30 | MNA Provincial Head Office, 11738 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6W2K6, Canada
