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	Latest Issue of Otipemisiwak June-July 2009 Edition. »Newsletter
	Métis Crossing Opens for season Métis Crossing opens its doors for visitors on May 16.. »Press Release
	First part of Métis Trial Concludes Medicine Hat, AB (May 12, 2009) – After seven days of testimony from Métis community witnesses from throughout the province, Alberta’s first Métis harvesting rights trial – R. v. Jones, Bates and Hirsekorn – adjourned today until the Fall of 2009. »Press Release
	Update on Métis Harvesting Edmonton, May 4, 2009 - Update on Métis Harvesting. »Open letter from President Poitras »Backgrounder on Metis Harvesting Rights in Alberta »Memorandum: Update on Métis Harvesting
	Latest Issue of Otipemisiwak April-May 2009 Edition. »Newsletter
	Important Notice Regarding Hockey Letters The Métis Nation of Alberta is now accepting requests and applications for the 2010 hockey season. See poster for requirements. »Poster
	Zone 4 and Northern Gateway build partnerships Northern Gateway Pipelines Building Relationships with Métis Regional Council – Zone IV of the Métis Nation of Alberta . »Press release
	Former Vice President Suspended March 9, 2009 (Calgary) – In a decision issued Friday, March 5 2009, the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) Judiciary Council suspended Trevor W. Gladue, the former Vice-President of the MNA, for a period of six (6) years, for conduct deemed harmful and inconsistent with Mr. Gladue’s responsibilities as the provincial Vice-President. »Press Release »Decision
	Métis Youth Wanted for 2010 Olympics - Torch Bearer and Youth Flame Attedant Program Métis Youth are invited to participate in the 2010 Olympics Torch Relay. Deadline May 15, 2009. »Youth Flame Attendant Program »English Torchbearer Form »French Torchbearer Form 2010 Olympics seeks Métis business owners and artisans The Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games has identified a need to incorporate the Aboriginal communities within its economic development strategy. This strategy has been developed through a procurement policy that encourages Aboriginal businesses to bid on contracts and activities hosted directly through VANOC. It is, the intent of this communiqué to encourage our Métis artisans and performers to access the opportunity to showcase and perform at the upcoming Cultural Olympiad. The MNBC believes that this is an essential activity in developing a strong Métis cultural presence during the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. »More Information
	Métis Traditional Land Use Study & Métis Consultation on Alberta’s Industrial Heartland The Métis Nation of Alberta is studying its peoples’ cultural and traditional land use knowledge to help strengthen our Aboriginal rights.  ‘Upgrader Alley’ projects in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland require consultation with the Métis community. Therfore, the MNA needs input from its members on a new Métis Consultation Policy. The MNA Zones 2 & 4 welcome its members to come share their knowledge of the Heartland area and learn more about these initiatives.  Please join us. PUBLIC NOTICE: Métis Nation of Alberta – Open House March 5, 2009, 5:00pm to 9:00pm AT Royal Canadian Legion, Smoky Lake, AB 4612 McDougal Drive DINNER provided (please RSVP) OBJECTIVES: ¥     Review of the Traditional Land Use Study methodology ¥     Developing a Métis Consultation Policy ¥     Pending projects for the Industrial Heartland ¥     Open floor – members sharing their traditional knowledge For inquiries and to confirm your attendance, please contact Kris Gladue, Project Coordinator at 780-944-9288 or email kjgladue@shaw.ca. »Poster »Notice
	MNA Congratulates Brenda Bourque-Stratichuk  Edmonton, Feb. 19, 2009 - MNA congratulates Brenda Bourque-Stratichuk on election as Region 1 Vice President.  »Press Release
	Update on Métis Harvesting Edmonton, Jan. 26, 2009 - Update on Métis Harvesting.   »Memorandum: Update on Métis Harvesting and FAQ »Filed Affidavit »Notice of Application

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