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In this episode of the Métis Speaker Series, we speak to the regional president of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Lawrence Gervais. This discussion looks at the ways we can help amplify Métis’ voices and awareness. Lawrence shares his perspective on what the role of leadership…
Newly Released: Professional Standard 9 Video for BC Educators  Click Here to Watch   Did you know that within the K-12 system in British Columbia, there are 9 professional Standards for BC Educators? The Standards serve both as ideals to which educators aspire, and expectations…
October 19, 2022 (Surrey, BC) – ISPARC is currently seeking to fill a vacancy for a Métis Director. If you share ISPARC values and are responsive to their mission (to build programs and services that positively impact on the well-being of Indigenous individuals, families, and…
In this episode of our Métis Speaker Series, Charlie Kerr shares his experience working in the entertainment industry as a member of the Métis community. He also shares his personal experience working directly within his own community of Métis people. As a singer, actor, and…
Youth-Dialogue-Session-Recruitment-Poster Youth-Dialogue-Session-Nomination-Application-form ESDC’s Supports for Student Learning Program (SSLP) is very excited to be hosting a series of youth virtual engagement sessions on systemic learning barriers and supports for youth in…
Where does Justene Dion-Glowa find her inspiration for poetry? That’s what we discuss in this episode of the Métis Speaker Series. Justene writes poetry connected to her identity as a Métis person. She shares some of her work from a recent manuscript and dives into her poetic…
In August 2022, our Ministry of Sport held the first-ever, Wellness and Active Living Event! This fun-filled weekend had cultural and physical activities, including a carving workshop with Pat Calihou, ziplining, and canoeing, to name a few. The event was in Campbell River, BC…
Content Warning – This News Release contains content related to violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. If you find yourself struggling with the content take care, take time, and return when and if you feel ready. Before we begin, MNBC would like to…
October 3, 2022 – (Surrey, BC) – At Métis Nation British Columbia’s (MNBC) 2022 Annual General Meeting (AGM), the first held in-person since the beginning of the COVID pandemic and the first-ever hybrid AGM, MNBC and the Métis Financial Corporation of BC (MFCBC) announced a new…
In this episode of our Métis Speaker Series, we discuss the child welfare and justice system with Peter Lang, CMA Community President. Peter has had his own unfortunate experience with the system in connection to his late son, Nick. The interview looks at the ways that the Métis…