Alberta’s Métis Settlements and the Co-Management AgreementApril 24th, 2014
FiledApril 24th, 2014The many Metis leaders who had fought for nearly a decade to have land set aside for the exclusive benefit of their people had envisaged the Settlements as a means by which the Metis would gain control of their own destiny …. [T]hrough the constant efforts of the various leaders, the Settlements have gradually taken over increasing control of their own affairs. Their goal is to create self-reliant, secure, and prosperous communities built on the strengths of Land and Culture. However the manner in which this goal is eventually achieved is perhaps more important than the goal itself …. Outside resources are a necessary part of settlement growth, however it is essential that the application of these resources be controlled and directed by the community through their local government framework. 1