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Statement from the Otipemisiwak Métis Government on Changes to the Alberta Cabinet
The Otipemisiwak Métis Government congratulates the Honourable Rajan Sawhney on her appointment as Alberta’s new Minister of Indigenous Relations and extends our best wishes to all newly appointed members of the Executive Council of Alberta. “The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is eager to work with Minister Sawhney in her new role as we continue our journey […]
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Experienced new cabinet to deliver for Albertans
Premier Danielle Smith has made changes to cabinet to address key priorities of Albertans. Following the conclusion of the spring sitting of the legislature, and the resignation of the Honourable Ric McIver from his cabinet position to serve as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, Premier Smith has made changes to her cabinet and […]
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Swearing-In of Newly Elected Officials Strengthens Otipemisiwak Métis Government
May 16, 2025 The Otipemisiwak Métis Government proudly marked another significant milestone with the swearing-in of our newly elected officials. The ceremony welcomed three new individuals who bring a wealth of experience, dedication, and passion to their roles. The newly sworn-in elected officials are: Trevor Ward, Citizens’ Representative for the Rocky View Métis District Cindy […]
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Alberta amends referendum bill as First Nations fear it will trample treaty rights – CBC
May 15, 2025 Some Indigenous leaders say last-minute changes to Bill 54 ‘mean nothing” Alberta’s government has made 11th-hour changes to controversial proposed legislation, declaring that no separation referendum question could threaten First Nations’ existing treaty rights. Premier Danielle Smith’s government is working to lower the threshold to allow for citizen-initiated referendums, including whether the […]
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Orders in Council
May 14, 2025 HONOURABLE MR. AMERY 131/2025 COURT OF JUSTICE ACT (section 9.1) – Effective June 2, 2025, appoints Sheri Michelle Epp as a judge of the Alberta Court of Justice. 132/2025 COURT OF JUSTICE ACT (section 9.1) – Effective June 2, 2025, appoints Karen Elizabeth McGowan as a judge of the Alberta Court of […]
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Indigenous Peoples ‘not subjects’ of Alberta says prof in debate over separation – APTN News
May 15, 2025 Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is “playing with fire” by stoking separation before consulting with First Nations, say chiefs, academics and lawyers who spoke to APTN News. “This could go very badly for her,” warned Tsuut’ina First Nation Chief Roy Whitney of Smith’s apparent willingness to hold a referendum on Alberta independence. “The […]
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Alberta government amends referendum bill in effort to placate First Nations’ concern – CTV News
May 15, 2025 EDMONTON — Alberta’s government has made 11th-hour changes to controversial proposed legislation, declaring that no separation referendum question could threaten First Nations’ existing treaty rights. Premier Danielle Smith’s government is working to considerably lower the threshold to allow for citizen-initiated referendums, including whether the province should separate from Canada. Her government’s proposed […]
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Additional amendments to election legislation: Minister Amery
May 14, 2025 Justice Minister Mickey Amery issued the following statement as Alberta’s government introduces further changes to the Election Statutes Amendment Act, 2025: “Alberta’s government introduced the Election Statutes Amendment Act, 2025, to protect democracy, deliver fair and open elections, and restore confidence in every vote cast. “Reviewing and updating democratic process legislation is […]
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Alberta separation a threat to First Nation sovereignty, say local chiefs – LakelandToday.ca
May 14, 2025 Before the Government of Alberta could hold a referendum on separation, they need to receive “free, prior, and informed consent” from all First Nations within the boundaries of the province. “Before Alberta was Alberta in 1905, we signed treaties in 1899,” says Loon River First Nation Chief Ivan Sawan. The treaties are […]
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There is strength in unity,’ says head of Métis nation in Alberta – CBC
May. 14, 2025 Andrea Sandmaier, president of Otipemisiwak Métis Government, says she understands why Albertans may feel neglected or ignored by the federal government, but that the rights of Indigenous peoples and treaties with them must be respected. Read More: https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/video/9.6760332
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