Do you smoke, vape, or use smokeless tobacco and wish you had group support to help you reduce, quit, or maintain your quit? ChangeCore may be the right fit for you. ChangeCore is a non-clinical, peer-led, weekly support group for those in any stage of change. Every Monday 7:00 – 8 p.m. ZOOM To join, […]
Connections in Recovery Recovery journeys can be lonely paths to navigate. We have a community to help you along the way. Connections in Recovery is designed as a safe space for individuals, friends, and family whose lives are affected by addiction. Join us every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to connect and […]
Mamawi Pimohtetan — “Walking Together” Mamawi Pimohtetan — “Walking Together” in Cree — is a 12-week men’s circle where Métis men learn about boundaries, coping strategies, and healthy relationships. Guided by a Métis facilitator and grounded in the Métis River Teachings — Respect, Love, Kindness, Strength, Sharing, Balance, Caring, Courage, Honesty, Mother Earth, Patience, and […]
Young Adults Night - Tea-Making & Bannock Join us for a cozy evening at our Tea-Making & Bannock Young Adults Night! Join us for a night of community, connection, and knowledge-sharing! Make your own tea blend and/or bath salts with the plants Kelsey harvested this summer, and hear her explain some of their medicinal properties! […]
QuitCore Make a change in your nicotine use. Join our FREE Virtual QuitCore program and start your journey! In partnership with Alberta Health Services, we offer group intervention support so you can reach your nicotine-related goals. This eight-week program is available to Métis Nation within Alberta Citizens aged 18 and older seeking to reduce and/or […]
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.
Promoting & Increasing Cultural Safety: Fort McMurray Register Here Our Consultation Department wants to hear from our Fort McMurray-area women, youth aged 16 to 29, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Citizens! We want to understand better how we can help these groups connect with their Métis community and culture. Participants are eligible for an honorarium and a […]
Taanishii Michif: Our Languages, Our Stories Registration is now open for Taanishii Michif: Our Languages, Our Stories event at Fort Edmonton Park. Join the Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s Language Revitalization Team for a day filled with learning, celebration, and connection. This immersive event will take place at the Indigenous Peoples Experience on October 4, from 10 […]
Virtual Healing Circles for Métis Survivors of Intergenerational, Colonial, and Systemic Trauma Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (MST) September 20, 27 | October 4, 11, 18, 25 Platform: Zoom Register for Virtual Healing Circles Here The Virtual Healing Circles are a six-week online virtual healing circle created to support Métis Survivors of Intergenerational, Colonial, […]
Do you smoke, vape, or use smokeless tobacco and wish you had group support to help you reduce, quit, or maintain your quit? ChangeCore may be the right fit for you. ChangeCore is a non-clinical, peer-led, weekly support group for those in any stage of change. Every Monday 7:00 – 8 p.m. ZOOM To join, […]
Virtual Michif with Dan Cardinal Join us with Dan Cardinal for a series of lessons to start your journey into learning Northern Michif. Lessons LIVE on Zoom every other TUESDAY starting September 26th from 5 PM - 7 PM. Everyone is welcome to tune in and pick up some Michif teachings! Classes: September 26th October […]
Our Justice Series Presentation: Who We Are: Meet the Justice Team Meet our Justice team! Join us online on October 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. to learn about the support we provide to Métis Albertans involved with the justice system. Our goal is to ensure fair treatment, promote awareness of legal rights, and […]
Central Youth Night - Witch Hat Earrings Kick off spooky season with a craft night! Join us to bead your very own witch hat earrings while learning the brick stitch and ladder stitch. You’ll head home with a new skill and a pair of festive earrings to show off! Youth night is hosted every Wednesday […]
QuitCore Make a change in your nicotine use. Join our FREE Virtual QuitCore program and start your journey! In partnership with Alberta Health Services, we offer group intervention support so you can reach your nicotine-related goals. This eight-week program is available to Métis Nation within Alberta Citizens aged 18 and older seeking to reduce and/or […]
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.
Virtual Healing Circles for Métis Survivors of Intergenerational, Colonial, and Systemic Trauma Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (MST) September 20, 27 | October 4, 11, 18, 25 Platform: Zoom Register for Virtual Healing Circles Here The Virtual Healing Circles are a six-week online virtual healing circle created to support Métis Survivors of Intergenerational, Colonial, […]
Do you smoke, vape, or use smokeless tobacco and wish you had group support to help you reduce, quit, or maintain your quit? ChangeCore may be the right fit for you. ChangeCore is a non-clinical, peer-led, weekly support group for those in any stage of change. Every Monday 7:00 – 8 p.m. ZOOM To join, […]
Promoting & Increasing Cultural Safety: Virtual Engagement Session (Final Session) Register Here The Otipemisiwak Métis Government’s Consultation Department wants to hear from our women, youth aged 16 to 29, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Citizens across the province! We aim to better understand how we can help these groups connect with their Métis community and culture. Join one […]
Community Information Session: Supporting Indigenous Families Through Reunification The Family Reunification Program (FRP), offered by the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, is a referral-based program that helps Indigenous parents and guardians reunite with or retain their children in care. By working closely with social workers, housing providers, and community agencies, FRP creates safe, stable pathways for healing, […]
Connections in Recovery Recovery journeys can be lonely paths to navigate. We have a community to help you along the way. Connections in Recovery is designed as a safe space for individuals, friends, and family whose lives are affected by addiction. Join us every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to connect and […]
Mamawi Pimohtetan — “Walking Together” Mamawi Pimohtetan — “Walking Together” in Cree — is a 12-week men’s circle where Métis men learn about boundaries, coping strategies, and healthy relationships. Guided by a Métis facilitator and grounded in the Métis River Teachings — Respect, Love, Kindness, Strength, Sharing, Balance, Caring, Courage, Honesty, Mother Earth, Patience, and […]
Central Youth Night - Halloween Movie Night Halloween movie season is upon us! Join us for a frightfully fun movie with plenty of options for popcorn and snacks! Youth night is hosted every Wednesday from 6-8 pm at the Youth building 11821 123 Street NW, Edmonton, AB Métis Youth ages 12-29 from any district are […]
QuitCore Make a change in your nicotine use. Join our FREE Virtual QuitCore program and start your journey! In partnership with Alberta Health Services, we offer group intervention support so you can reach your nicotine-related goals. This eight-week program is available to Métis Nation within Alberta Citizens aged 18 and older seeking to reduce and/or […]
Notice: Citizens' Council Meeting The Chair of Citizens’ Council wishes to advise Citizens that the next meeting of the Citizens' Council will be on October 16, 2025, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the Edmonton Expo Centre (7515 118 Ave NW, Edmonton) in Ballrooms 105 & 106. Food and beverages will not be provided. Please bring […]
Land-Based QuitCore Ready to make a change in your nicotine use? Start your journey with the QuitCore Land-Based Program to reduce and/or quit your commercial tobacco use. Fall October 17-19, 2025 Métis Crossing Join the Otipemisiwak Métis Government Health Department at Métis Crossing for the Land-Based QuitCore Program. In partnership with Alberta Health Services, […]
Métis Mingle: Fort McMurray - In Person Event Métis Mingle: Building Blocks for Family, Well-being, and Culture is coming to Alberta! This free event for Métis families with children ages 6–17 offers fun, interactive workshops like mindfulness, jigging, LEGO, and dot art—plus breakfast and lunch included. Workshops for adults and kids run at the same […]
Virtual Healing Circles for Métis Survivors of Intergenerational, Colonial, and Systemic Trauma Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (MST) September 20, 27 | October 4, 11, 18, 25 Platform: Zoom Register for Virtual Healing Circles Here The Virtual Healing Circles are a six-week online virtual healing circle created to support Métis Survivors of Intergenerational, Colonial, […]
Second Four Season Workshop: MASKIHKIY A Gift From the Earth Métis people have long relied on medicines from the land to support every aspect of their health. Through teas, infusions, tinctures, poultices, salves, inhalants, ceremonial use, and more traditional medicine has been passed down throughout generations. Our connection with the land – our teacher and […]
District Captain and District Council Elections By Notice of the Chief Electoral Officer on this day, August 6, 2025; an Election of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government shall be held, with the final day of voting to be October 27, 2025. District elections will run from October 20–27, 2025. District Captain & Council Elections Lac Ste. Anne […]
Do you smoke, vape, or use smokeless tobacco and wish you had group support to help you reduce, quit, or maintain your quit? ChangeCore may be the right fit for you. ChangeCore is a non-clinical, peer-led, weekly support group for those in any stage of change. Every Monday 7:00 – 8 p.m. ZOOM To join, […]
Virtual Michif with Dan Cardinal Join us with Dan Cardinal for a series of lessons to start your journey into learning Northern Michif. Lessons LIVE on Zoom every other TUESDAY starting September 26th from 5 PM - 7 PM. Everyone is welcome to tune in and pick up some Michif teachings! Classes: September 26th October […]
Central Youth Night - Pumpkin Painting Want to get in the Halloween spirit without having to carve a pumpkin? Join us to paint a pumpkin instead! We will have small and medium-sized pumpkins to choose from and many different colours of paint! Youth night is hosted every Wednesday from 6-8 pm at the Youth building 11821 […]
QuitCore Make a change in your nicotine use. Join our FREE Virtual QuitCore program and start your journey! In partnership with Alberta Health Services, we offer group intervention support so you can reach your nicotine-related goals. This eight-week program is available to Métis Nation within Alberta Citizens aged 18 and older seeking to reduce and/or […]
Beading Circle Join us for our Monthly Beading Circle in Calgary! Bring your own beading projects or start something new with friends! Open to everyone ages 12+, all experience levels welcome! Supplies available if needed, bannock and tea provided. Drop-in, no registration necessary! TIME: 6 - 8 PM LOCATION: 4838 Richard Road Southwest, Suite 300 […]
Virtual Healing Circles for Métis Survivors of Intergenerational, Colonial, and Systemic Trauma Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (MST) September 20, 27 | October 4, 11, 18, 25 Platform: Zoom Register for Virtual Healing Circles Here The Virtual Healing Circles are a six-week online virtual healing circle created to support Métis Survivors of Intergenerational, Colonial, […]
Wolf Willow Harvesting and Jewelry Making Join us for a hands-on Wolf Willow Workshop! Come out and learn something special with Alexa Lizotte and the Youth Team! We’ll start outdoors to learn how to harvest wolf willow seeds, then head back to the District 21 office, where Alexa will teach us how to create beautiful […]
Resume Writing Are you from Slave Lake and looking for help with your resume? Whether you’re writing your first one or looking to make yours even better, the team from the YESS/YOU program at Community Futures is here to help! Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. DATE: October 26th, 2025 TIME: 1-3 PM LOCATION: […]
Create your own custom skincare salve from rendered tallow! Join Kirsten for cultural teachings about the significance of tallow for the Métis people and learn the traditional ways of how tallow was harvested and used. Open to Métis Youth Citizens Ages 12-29! Register HERE DATE: October 27th, 2025 TIME: 6 - 8 PM LOCATION: Youth […]
Do you smoke, vape, or use smokeless tobacco and wish you had group support to help you reduce, quit, or maintain your quit? ChangeCore may be the right fit for you. ChangeCore is a non-clinical, peer-led, weekly support group for those in any stage of change. Every Monday 7:00 – 8 p.m. ZOOM To join, […]
Connections in Recovery Recovery journeys can be lonely paths to navigate. We have a community to help you along the way. Connections in Recovery is designed as a safe space for individuals, friends, and family whose lives are affected by addiction. Join us every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to connect and […]
Mamawi Pimohtetan — “Walking Together” Mamawi Pimohtetan — “Walking Together” in Cree — is a 12-week men’s circle where Métis men learn about boundaries, coping strategies, and healthy relationships. Guided by a Métis facilitator and grounded in the Métis River Teachings — Respect, Love, Kindness, Strength, Sharing, Balance, Caring, Courage, Honesty, Mother Earth, Patience, and […]
QuitCore Make a change in your nicotine use. Join our FREE Virtual QuitCore program and start your journey! In partnership with Alberta Health Services, we offer group intervention support so you can reach your nicotine-related goals. This eight-week program is available to Métis Nation within Alberta Citizens aged 18 and older seeking to reduce and/or […]
COMPASS for the Caregiver Caregivers carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. Many of them attend medical appointments, prepare meals, help with finances and personal medical care, and provide transportation or home-living support to a loved one. If any of this sounds like part of your routine, we can help! The Otipemisiwak Métis […]
Breaking the Silence – Empowering Métis Men and Boys: Grand Prairie Breaking the Silence – Empowering Métis Men and Boys Namoyawak kakiyampknaw ka-maskowatisiwak napsisak ekwa napewak ‘We will no longer be quiet, and the boys and men will be strong.’ Breaking the Silence is a province-wide initiative that brings together: Métis men Survivors of gender-based […]
Octopus Bag Workshop #1 Learn to make your first Octopus Bag with Natalie Pepin! The octopus or fire bag is a Métis cultural item that has a lot of historical significance! Join us in this two-part, intensive workshop to learn more about the importance of the octopus bag and how to make your own! This […]