
Minister of Housing
Walter has been a lifelong Métis Nation community member in British Columbia, with roots in Kelly Lake, Pouce Coupe and Dawson Creek. Growing up, he was immersed in Métis culture, being born and raised in the Northeast of British Columbia. This has given him extraordinary insight into our culture, our traditional and contemporary ways of life, and the challenges we face. His father, Herb Mineault, was the Vice-President of the Louis Riel Métis Nation from the mid-1970s to the early 1980’s and is a source of inspiration. Métis Politics has always been a part of his life; he grew up listening to, learning from, and knowing many Métis leaders. Walter has been happily married to his wife Tammy for 32 years, they have 6 children, and 2 grandchildren. His Métis family and community are his motivation to work for the betterment for all Métis People in the province of British Columbia. Walter has been a successful Métis entrepreneur for over 20 years as a Private Contractor, employing many Métis workers.
Walter has served as a Métis Community President in Pouce Coupe B.C, and also served two previous terms as the Regional Director in the MNBC Northeast region. Walter has dedicated energy and time assisting the people in our Métis communities. Having previously served as Vice-President, Walter is excited to serve as our MNBC President. As President, Walter has several key priorities; affirming Métis Rights, Recognition and Self-Government; advancing Economic Development Initiatives; supporting the advancement of Métis Child and Family Initiatives as led by the Métis Nation; focus on Métis Culture and Language opportunities and programs; focus on addressing issues of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG); and he is committed to shared leadership, transparency, and a positive approach to nation building at all levels – local, regional, provincial and national for the betterment of all Métis citizens.