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Wednesday’s letters: Valley Line LRT shelters a costly failure – Edmonton Journal
Nov 20, 2024 Valley Line LRT stations had heated passenger booths equipped with sliding doors, which made them a very sufficient heated facility for passengers waiting for their trains. From the onset, the sliding doors did not work properly and were left tilted open thus triggering warning alarms. After many weeks and months, all the […]
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President’s Corner – November 16, 2024 – MNA
This past week, we gathered to celebrate Métis Week, a time to honour our history, culture, and contributions to the fabric of Canada. It has been a week filled with joy, reflection, and pride as we celebrated across the province and remembered the legacy of one of our greatest leaders, Louis Riel. Today, as we […]
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City of Edmonton, Otipemisiwak Métis Government renew government-to-government relationship at Métis Week event
November 13, 2024 – This afternoon, the City of Edmonton hosted the Otipemisiwak Métis Government (OMG) and its members at City Hall to recognize, celebrate and officially declare November 10 to 16, 2024, Métis Week in Edmonton. In addition to the Métis Week proclamation, this year’s event featured a milestone agreement; the re-establishment of a […]
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Indigenous voices ‘heard, respected and acted upon,’ ministry says in statement responding to reconciliation bill – St. Albert Gazette
At least three provinces or territories already have legislation in place connected to truth and reconciliation — British Columbia, Manitoba and the Northwest Territories. A new private member’s bill that creates a framework for progress on Indigenous issues has earned the attention of Alberta’s UCP government, the Indigenous relations ministry confirmed. The ministry also acknowledged […]
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Team Lethbridge hits the road on eighth mission – Lethbridge Herald
Team Lethbridge hit the highway early Tuesday morning for three days of advocacy in the provincial capital. Nineteen organizations are represented on the eighth mission of community and business leaders who will be holding series of meetings with government officials at the Alberta legislature starting today. A reception for government MLAs was held by Team […]
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MNA – Results are in for the 2024 District Captain and District Council Elections
Nov 05, 2024 Edmonton, AB – Citizens have concluded voting in the 2024 District Council and District Captain Elections. In elections held in nine Métis Districts from October 29 to November 5, 2024, a total of 1,980 ballots were cast and accepted. This figure does not include ballots that were spoiled or rejected. Under the […]
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President’s Corner – November 1, 2024
Nov 01, 2024 The law is like a living tree. It grows and adapts as times change. In recent years, we’ve seen courts and the Crown begin to acknowledge the legitimacy of Indigenous self-determination. As we continue our journey towards self-governance, we must remember that the law is just one more tool we can use […]
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MNO Statement on MNC
November 1, 2024 Edmonton, AB – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) remains fully committed to its relationships and to the Métis National Council (MNC). “We are always strongest when we work together,” shared MNO President Margaret Froh. “We remain fully committed to working together with our sister Métis Nation governments to advance the interests […]
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The Dangerous Americanization of Alberta Democracy – The Tyee
Danielle Smith is looking south for inspiration, ideas and laws. Since her return to provincial politics, elected representatives, opposition leaders, academics and activists have shared their concerns regarding the bills put forward by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and the United Conservative Party. Legislation such as the Alberta Sovereignty Act and the Provincial Priorities Act have […]
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Wednesday’s letters: Carbon-tax critics, donate those rebates – Edmonton Journal
Oct 23, 2024 This is merely a suggestion for all those who are opposed to the carbon tax and are so vehemently vocal about this federal program. Now that you have received your credit refund, rather than have your position compromised by accepting this refund, I can suggest numerous charities that would gladly accept your […]
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