Fort McKay Métis Nation formally leaves the Alberta Metis Federation

By Jeremy Appel, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (ANN) One of the Alberta Métis Federation’s (AMF) founding nations has opted to leave the organization. Fort McKay Métis Nation (FMMN) formally announced on Feb. 27 that it was withdrawing from the AMF effective Sept. 25, 2024. An FMMN news release said the decision to cut ties was reached after “extensive consultation” with its membership and leadership to reach “a path that best aligns with its interests, priorities, and right to self-determination.” “We respect the work of the Alberta Métis Federation; however, our Nation must move forward in a direction that truly reflects the needs and aspirations of our community,” FMMN president Loretta Waquan said in the release. “Our priority is ensuring our members’ well-being and that our rights and interests are properly…

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