President's Corner: March 20, 2026
Posted on: Mar 20, 2026
The last few weeks have been a busy and meaningful time for our Métis Government, with many opportunities for us to come together, enhance partnerships, and to celebrate the strength of our Nation.
I’ve had the honour of joining our Citizens, and our partners at several gatherings across Alberta. Each event reminding me of the power of connection, and of sharing Métis stories.
Most recently, I had the opportunity to reflect on the deep and ongoing partnerships we continue to build with the City of Edmonton. From the early days of river lots along the North Saskatchewan River to today, Métis people have helped shape this region in lasting ways.
That same spirit of partnership continues across the province. In Calgary, I had the opportunity to meet with Mayor Jeromy Farkas to discuss the importance of recognizing Métis history. From the vital role Métis traders and buffalo hunters played in the development of this region, to the lasting presence of Métis families.
That history continues to guide our work. Through collaboration and shared vision, we are building stronger systems, creating opportunities, and ensuring Métis Citizens are supported in the communities they call home.
This month, we’re also hosting the Alberta Métis Works Business Mixer and Summit. Our first mixer event was hosted earlier this month in Calgary, and we have two more coming up. One in Slave Lake on March 21, and another in Edmonton on March 23.
These gatherings bring Métis entrepreneurs together from all over Alberta to connect, share knowledge, and build new opportunities. It was inspiring to see so many Métis business owners and innovators at the event in Calgary who are continuing a legacy that has always been part of us, from the earliest days of our Nation.
These gatherings are about relationships and ensuring that Métis voices and contributions are reflected in Alberta’s economy, today and into the future.
Finally, the Otipemisiwak Métis Government had the privilege of joining Métis Veterans, their families, and policymakers to discuss creating a better future for Métis Veterans. These conversations are an important reminder that recognition must be matched with action.
For generations, Métis Veterans have served with courage and pride, often without the recognition or support they deserved when they returned home. Today, we are working to change that by listening, learning, and building culturally grounded supports that reflect the needs and realities of Métis Veterans and their families.
Across all the events this month, one thing was abundantly clear: our strength and resilience as a people comes from our ability to connect with one another. To pass on our stories, our history, and to keep building self-government rooted in our people.