Region VI Metis Nation
9621-90 Avenue T8S 1G8 Peace River, AB, Canada

Check out this job posting for a Regional Tenant Relations Officer for Metis Urban Housing Corporation! Apply today!

Contest time! Do you want to show off your Tik Tok skills? Send us a video related to culture, history, or lessons from an Elder and tag us @abmetisyouth by Feb.12 for a chance to win prizes!

FREE Webinars - February 2&4 Links to Learning Webinar Series Various Times Indigenous Development & Prosperity - Kendal Netmaker Indigenous peoples are looking... for ways to grow their own economy so their membership can prosper. Throughout history, they have faced obstacles that have limited their growth and have had to look at other ways of creating prosperity. It is very important that we understand one another in order to work together for a prosperous future. www.edo.ca/links-to-learning See more

The Government of Canada (in collaboration with Alberta’s Government) is funding Emissions Reduction Alberta’s (ERA) Energy Savings for Businesses (ESB). BUSINESSES ELIGIBLE TO PARTICIPATE: The program is designed to support the more than 160,000 small- and medium-scale enterprises in Alberta. All business and non-profits serviced by an Alberta electric utility are eligible, except for residences, new construction projects, municipally, federal and provincially owned buildi...ngs, publicly funded institutions and Large Emitters as defined under Alberta’s TIER regulation. Eligible organizations include, but are not limited to: Individual businesses Non-profit organizations Co-operatives Private schools not eligible for government funding The common spaces and equipment in multi-unit residential buildings Farms registered as a business. For projects to be eligible, they must occur at facilities located within Alberta, meet project timeline requirements and follow the criteria outlined in the Participant Terms and Conditions. ELIGIBLE PROJECT: Compressed air measures Process heating Refrigeration Food service HVAC Motors and drives Water heating Solar PV Combined heat and power (CHP) Lighting systems Building envelope and windows Geothermal. The program will offer up to $250,000.00per project, and a maximum of $500,000.00 per company. This is the link to register for the seminar: https://register.gotowebinar.com/regis/7378011506840281611 This is the website to read more information about the webinar. https://eralberta.ca/energy-savings-for-business/

Please forward your resume for this opportunity in Region 6 working out of Peace River Region 6 Métis Nation Office.

Be part of a great undertaking and join our #2021Census team! We are looking to hire about 32,000 employees for various census jobs across Canada. Apply today: http://ow.ly/JNTt50D1BT7.

Region 6 hosted a flag raising ceremony on November 16, 2020 to commemorate Metis leader Louis Riel. We'd like to acknowledge Elder Joyce Parenteau for attending and providing a beautiful prayer. . We were not able to have many attendees due to health guidelines, we were joined by a small group. . Metis Week 2020 was a great success with outdoor and virtual events throughout the week. Thanks to everyone who participated!!

In case you missed the press conference last night, here's the new health measures at a glance, and a link to the full details: http://ow.ly/wQfH50CuFnw. As Métis we are strong and resilient and must continue to do our part in stopping the spread of the virus.

In need of a French lesson plan focused on Métis history and culture? RCTL has you covered access our French lesson plans here: https://tinyurl.com/y4ozodmf #métis #French #abmetisproud #education

Many, many thanks to all the wonderful people who supported Metis Voices last night: Billie-Jo Grant Emma Grant Richard Chalifoux Destiny Chalifoux Susan Barthe...l Marty Morin Bryan Fayant and all the wonderful educators and community members behind the scenes who will help bring authentic Metis voices to our Alberta classrooms. See more

Métis NationSaskatchewan has a meeting of the Legislative Assembly (MNLA) on February 20th and 21st, 2021. The MNLA starts at 9am both days. Watch at: http://metisnationsk.com/mnla

Today from 5:00-7:00 p.m., we share Digital Storytelling: A Conversation On Cultural Retention. We have over 190 people registered! Dr. Yvonne Poitras Pratt i...s very excited to share a sampling of Metis digital stories with you and for you to hear what creating the stories meant to the Metis storytellers. Through our session activities, we will also preview how these stories are being brought into education by, with, and for Metis people working alongside educators. Event page: https://tinyurl.com/y5na4bw3 In partnership with RCTL, classroom learning resources have been developed to use in classrooms; each story is accompanied by a digital story, transcript, print and digital teaching resources. Our goal is to honour Métis culture and the authentic voices and stories of the Métis people, while also introducing teachers to community-created and authentic Métis resources. Following tonight’s event, you will be able to access these unique stories and resources on our website: https://www.rupertsland.org/teaching-learning/resources/ #MétisWeek2020 #métis #abmetisproud #métisvoices #digitalstories #MétisEducation

You asked and we listened! We launched our brand-new Online Hunter Education course for MNA citizens 30 years and older! In this FREE course, you’ll learn about... hunting ethics, conservation, survival and more! This course will help you become an informed and responsible harvester. Because of the popularity of this course, we've added more spots but they're filling fast! Ready to register? Fill out the Google form here: http://ow.ly/LDza50CpplS Have questions? Reach out to Michael at [email protected] today!

Today Metis Nation of Alberta is offering some great insight into the often forgotten part of Métis culture and history Métis women! Be sure to check out some of these virtual events. http://albertametis.com/about/news/events/metis-week/ #MétisWeek2020 #métis #abmetisproud #education

We’re excited to share the Region 6 Elder Recognition Awards with all citizens. Please join us as we honour our Elders

Due to an increase in confirmed cases throughout northwestern Alberta, our office has implemented additional measures to ensure the safety of Metis citizens, st...aff and the community. Region 6 staff are working remotely and available by appointment only. We continue to monitor the situation and will adapt as needed. As you enter the office, please use our handwashing station designed by Nipiy Industries, a proudly Metis-owned business in the Region. To the left of the handwashing station is a table with PPE such as hand sanitizer, masks and gloves. Use of PPE is required. New COVID programs have been announced and applications accepted until December 1. Metis Nation Region 6 would like to encourage all citizens to adhere to AHS COVID-19 guidelines. Please ensure you maintain 2M physical distance from one another, wash hands diligently and wear masks in public spaces. This is a time to avoid social gatherings, remain at home as much as possible and care for our Elders. We are committed to supporting our Metis citizens through these uncertain times and we wish you continued health.