Status of Women committee  We really notice it. We do presentations on Métis heritage and culture in the schools in Edmonton, particularly at this time of year because of National Aboriginal Day. In the past we would do maybe 20 presentations in the month of June. Schools have now taken maybe one or two of

Status of Women committee  I would like to think they are compatible. We certainly have high hopes for that. I think our excitement around indigenous tourism right now is very high in Alberta and, I think, in other provinces. We are seeing a real resurgence in that we are very proud of our strong history i

Status of Women committee  The one that I would like to personally see happen in all communities for our populations, whether it's Métis, Inuit, or first nations, is parent link centres. There is an aboriginal parent link centre in Stony Plain, which works really well with parents and young children. It's

Status of Women committee  I would say resoundingly yes, especially in the rural communities, again, and focusing on current technology, current social media, that kind of thing. There's a lack of information about that kind of thing out there, so it would be important to focus on things that are missing.

Status of Women committee  The Métis Women's Council in 2016 made this recommendation to the Government of Alberta. There is a set-aside currently for aboriginal people in Alberta. However, it is not enough. We can always see an increase in that. We are fortunate that in some areas of Alberta, in Fort Mc

Status of Women committee  I can't name a specific mentorship program for you, but all of the people on the council are committed, each in their own way and according to their own circumstances. We have someone who works for Suncor. Suncor takes young Métis people and has them serve internships and that

Status of Women committee  Personally, it's a part of who I am and of who we are. As Métis, first nations, and Inuit people, our culture is first and foremost. In my own home, my granny lived with us. I learned all the traditional arts and crafts. They are really important. As a council, we are really cons

Status of Women committee  Past recommendations of the council include improving the existing link to indigenous programs and services, fostering and supporting indigenous tourism, and improving cultural supports in Alberta's health care system. The government has responded by creating and maintaining a