MÉTIS NATION – SASKATCHEWAN PROVINCIAL MÉTIS COUNCIL Summary of April 2017 – January 2018 Meetings

Summary of PMC meeting discussions and decisions NOT the official minutes of the business conducted by the Provincial Métis Council

JANUARY 13 and 14, 2018 • Re-establishment of locals and the election

and development of local Boards Communications Strategy • Preparations for 2018 Batoche Days A verbal report was provided on the Métis Nation (July 19-23, 2018) – Saskatchewan (MN-S) Communications • Establishment of regional Registry offices Strategy. • Rationale for the Gabriel Dumont Institute The Provincial Métis Council (PMC) passed a (GDI) to administer Urban Programming for resolution authorizing the MN-S Interim Chief Indigenous Peoples (UPIP) funding. Executive Officer to negotiate the interim The PMC requested that the Minister of UPIP implementation of a Communication Strategy, and the Transition Team meet as soon as pending budget considerations. possible to draft recommendations to the MN-S

PMC regarding the administration of UPIP. Update from La Loche Robert St. Pierre, Mayor of La Loche, offered comments regarding a proposed memorial site Economic Development in La Loche. Tristan Zachow, SaskMétis Economic Development Corporation (SMEDCO), and National President Update, Clément Chartier Aaron Murray, Derek Murray Consulting and Métis National Council (MNC) President Chartier Associates, reported on: commented on: • The availability of Community Capacity Strategy Funding to support the regions • The April 28-29, 2017 MNC General Assembly’s adoption of a resolution to • Plans to engage with regions when they were commemorate the Métis Nation’s 150th ready to proceed. Anniversary of Joining Canada, in 2020 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) • Encouragement for all Governing Members The following resolution was passed: to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Government of Canada in “WHEREAS the MN-S as the government of the order to move forward with the Metis Nation Métis in Saskatchewan, is mandated to advance Framework Agreement. Métis rights, self-government and self- determination in Saskatchewan; and Regional Directors’ and Ministerial Reports During a review of reports, comments were WHEREAS Section 35 of the Constitution Act, offered regarding: 1982, states that “the existing Aboriginal and treaty rights of the Aboriginal peoples of Canada The MN-S’ progress towards restoring • are hereby recognized and affirmed” and “the governance ‘Aboriginal peoples of Canada’ includes the Indian, Inuit and Métis people”; and

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WHEREAS the Supreme Court of Canada has Resolution – Joint Cabinet Meeting Between noted that Section 35 of the Constitution Act, the MN-S and MMF 1982, calls for a process of reconciliation The following resolution was passed: between the Crown and Aboriginal peoples “WHEREAS the Manitoba Metis Federation through which the rights and outstanding claims (MMF) and the MN-S Cabinets / Boards / of Aboriginal peoples are determined, Leadership met at Cranberry Portage, Manitoba recognized and respected through honourable in January 1978 to discuss pressing Métis negotiations with the goal of reaching just and Nation issues, including land and self- lasting settlements; and government rights; and WHEREAS the MN-S is currently participating, WHEREAS the MN-S was to host the next along with the Government of Canada, in such a session, which has not taken place to date; and process as described in the preceding clause; and WHEREAS the MMF has been successful in safeguarding and promoting the provincial court WHEREAS this process is known as the victory in the Goodon case 2009, and the non- Recognition of Indigenous Rights and Self recognition of the provincial court victory in the Determination table and is meant to add Belhumeur case 2007 by the Saskatchewan substance to Section 35 Métis Rights; and government; WHEREAS Canada is committed to working, on THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the PMC a nation-to-nation, government-to-government authorizes MN-S President McCallum to basis, with the Métis Nation, through bilateral propose by letter to MMF President David negotiations with the MN-S, to advance Chartrand that the MN-S offers to convene the reconciliation and renew the relationship through 1978 commitment to host the next joint meeting cooperation, respect for Métis Nation rights, and of the respective Cabinets; and moving beyond the status quo; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Joint WHEREAS the MN-S and the Government of Cabinets meeting be proposed to be held in Canada are ready to sign a Memorandum of March 2018 in a location in southern Understanding (MOU), which will set the stage Saskatchewan impacted by the Belhumeur for the negotiation of a Framework Agreement, case; and which will define the process of formal negotiations on Section 35 Métis Rights; and BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the main topics of the Joint Cabinets meeting will be to review WHEREAS the items contemplated for formal developments since the 1978 Cranberry Portage negotiations include, but are not limited to, the session, and the examination of the harvesting MN-S Land Claim filed in North West rights issues arising from the Goodon and Saskatchewan in 1994, Métis Self Government, Belhumeur cases, in which the court recognized etc.; that harvesting areas abut each other at the THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MN-S Manitoba – Saskatchewan boundary.” PMC give MN-S President McCallum and Vice- President Morin the authority and mandate to Resolution Supporting the Tom Isaac sign the abovementioned MOU on behalf of the Retainer Payment MN-S; and The PMC passed a motion authorizing the payment of Thomas Isaac’s $25,000 retainer. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the PMC strongly encourage President McCallum and Vice-President Morin to sign the MOU with Self Government Negotiations Framework Canada as soon as possible.” Agreement Signing It was noted that signing of the Self Government Governance Gathering Negotiations Framework Agreement would move The PMC resolved to schedule a Governance forward following the signing of the MOU. Workshop in February 2018 for local Presidents and the Presidents of the Youth and Women’s Councils, to focus on governance training, a review of legislation, and Duty to Consult.

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Resolution – Batoche 2020 WHEREAS the MN-S believes Batoche, as a The following resolution was passed: sacred and cherished historic site, is important for the continued existence of the Métis in “WHEREAS the General Assembly of the MNC western Canada as a distinct nation and people; in April 2017 adopted the “2020 Resolution” with and support of the MN-S delegates; and WHEREAS the MN-S, on behalf of the Métis WHEREAS the 2020 Resolution sets out a Nation, seeks ownership of the traditional land at number of social and cultural activities, as well Batoche, along with the reparations suffered as as political/governance measures, some of a result of the Battle of Batoche and subsequent which impact the MN-S and Batoche directly; governmental actions over the intervening years; and and WHEREAS the MN-S needs to begin planning WHEREAS the MN-S has entered into Section for 2020 commemoration/celebration activities; 35 rights reconciliation negotiations with the THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the PMC Government of Canada; mandates MN-S President McCallum to begin THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MN-S the process of implementing Resolution 2020, PMC mandates MN-S President McCallum and acting on its own behalf for measures calling for Minister of Batoche Sherry McLennan to engage such action by the MN-S, and collectively with in a process or processes of negotiation, which other Métis Nation Governing Members will lead to an agreement with the Government requiring broader Métis Nation action, in of Canada resulting in the Batoche National particular with the MMF, which is mandated to Historic Site lands being returned to the MN-S; head up the proposed 2020 Resolution and Committee.” BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this process Resolution – Exploratory Discussion with be approached in a rights based manner, giving Parks Canada Regarding Repatriation of President McCallum and the MN-S Minister of Batoche Historical Site Batoche the flexibility of achieving ownership The following resolution was passed: and control of the Batoche National Historic Site; and “WHEREAS the second provisional government of the Métis Nation was headquartered at BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that President Batoche in 1884/85, which was the site of the McCallum and the MN-S Minister of Batoche last battle between Canada and the Métis shall provide updates to the PMC, with the final Nation; and draft agreement presented to the PMC for approval.” WHEREAS President Louis Riel, upon his voluntary surrender to the government troops Budget Update after the Battle of Batoche was subsequently The PMC authorized the payment of all tried and executed on November 16, 1885; and outstanding accounts payables. WHEREAS the Government of Canada, through the Minister of Heritage Canada, is seeking Business Arising from the Minutes positive measures to honour President Louis The PMC adopted in principle the “Interim Rules Riel; and of Order and Parliamentary Procedure” and the “Interim Code of Conduct – Conflict of Interest WHEREAS the MN-S recognizes the importance Policy”, with a view to finally adopting them at of Reconciliation and embarks on this initiative in the next PMC meeting. that spirit; and

WHEREAS the Métis Nation will be marking, by Invitation to Junior Games commemoration and celebration, the The PMC acknowledged an invitation received 150th anniversary of the entry of the Métis Nation to attend the Junior Games March 23-28, 2018 into Canadian Confederation through the in Cumberland House. Manitoba Act 1870 and the Rupert’s Land Order 1870; and

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Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples o Director of Housing and Infrastructure It was confirmed that a UPIP Committee had o Director of ISETS been created. o Director of Intergovernmental Affairs - Federal/Provincial/Métis Nation Relations The PMC approved a recommendation from the Recommend a Pay and Performance Minister of UPIP to authorize its affiliate, the o Policy, Salary Grid Policy, and Employee GDI, to deliver the UPIP program to Métis Benefits Package.” communities for fiscal year 2017/18 and directed that a longer-term model for UPIP be brought to Mr. LeClair introduced resolutions, which the PMC for approval for the remaining four established MN-S Standing Committees on: years of the program. Constitution Reform • • Housing and Infrastructure Education – Early Learning Child Care and NOVEMBER 29, 2017 and • Child and Family Services DECEMBER 10, 2017

• The Métis Nation Registry Governance Workshop • Secretariat, Operations and Administration Dale LeClair, Chief of Staff, MNC, reviewed a • MN-S Affiliates presentation titled, “Re-establishing Stability – • Government of Canada – MN-S Exploratory Integrity – A Path Forward”. Table.

MN-S Transition Team Further resolutions were passed to: The following resolution was passed: • Approve the interchange of Richard Quintal, Government of Canada, as interim MN-S In- “WHEREAS the MN-S Executive and PMC Office Lead for the next six months recognize the need to build organizational (approximately) capacity for the MN-S Secretariat Inc.; • Engage Thomas Isaac, Cassels Brock & THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MN-S Blackwell LLP, as Lead Negotiator for the Executive and the PMC establish a MN-S MN-S / Government of Canada Exploratory Transition Team, led by Dale LeClair, MN-S Table. Advisor, to report to the Standing Committees and Executive: MNC Assembly (December 12-13, 2017) • Inclusive of the following: Mr. LeClair commented on the MNC Special o Richard Quintal, Government of Canada Assembly scheduled December 12-13, 2017, in o Carrie Lui, Director of Finance, Métis Ottawa, Ontario. The PMC approved the National Council attendance of 15 delegates plus two alternates. o Geordy McCaffrey, Gabriel Dumont Institute MN-S Registry o Louise Simard Lisa McCallum provided an update on the status o Evan Shoforost, Ernst & Young of the MN-S Registry offices. She agreed to o MN-S Director of Health confirm with the GDI, that their statistics (used o Others – Non-Elected Officials as the basis for determining the location of the • To develop an “Executive Decision-Making MN-S Registry Offices) are recent. Protocol”, for interim adoption; • To review EY’s roles and responsibilities; Environment Resolution review existing financial authorities, policies The following resolution was passed: and procedures; and develop interim policies where required; “WHEREAS the Canadian Constitution Act 1982 • To develop a Human Resources Plan and Section 35 identifies the Métis as one of the identify priorities, including: three Aboriginal groups in Canada with Aboriginal rights; o Chief Executive Officer Search o Chief Financial Officer Search o Director of Early Childcare and Education o Director of Health

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WHEREAS the Crown grants the Métis access Update on the Northwest Métis Council to Crown land to harvest and practice their Mr. Isaac was scheduled to meet on traditional way of life; December 11, 2017 with Mervin “Tex” Bouvier, Leonard Montgrand (by teleconference) and WHEREAS disposal of Crown lands will have a Vice President Morin, to work towards achieving massive negative impact on Métis rights; consensus on an out-of-court land claim matter. WHEREAS the Supreme Court of Canada decision in the Daniels Case concluded that Interim Policies on “Rules of Métis are Indians as per s. 91(24) of the Order/Parliamentary Procedure” and “Code Canadian Constitution; of Conduct” The PMC adopted in principle, for approval at WHEREAS the Supreme Court of Canada the next PMC Meeting: decision in the MMF case concluded that federal Rule #001 - Interim Rules of Order and Crown failed to implement the land grant • Parliamentary Procedure, which provided provision set out in s. 31 of the Manitoba Act, guidance on procedures for conducting PMC 1870 in accordance with the honour of the meetings. Crown; • Rule #002 - Interim Code of Conduct – WHEREAS the Métis of Canada are beginning a Conflict of Interest, which provided guidance process of negotiating with the Crown regarding on the general conduct of the PMC. nation-to-nation relationships, as well as reconciling with Métis; Transition Team Update

WHEREAS the Province of Saskatchewan and The Transition Team’s December 8, 2017 Federal Government have begun disposing of teleconference considered issues including the Crown land; and MN-S’ goals, principles and workloads; and, short and long-term plans. WHEREAS Treaty Land Entitlement takes priority over all other potential lessees or buyers; The PMC directed that the interim pay scale and job description for the Chief Executive Officer THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the MN-S and Chief Financial Officer, be approved as requests the Province of Saskatchewan and presented in the “Transition Report” effective Federal Government to put a moratorium on any immediately. leases or sales of Crown lands until the nation- to-nation relationships have been established The PMC directed the Transition Team to and reconciliation in regards to outstanding land negotiate towards adopting the MMF’s claims, have been resolved; and Employee Benefits Plan for the MN-S, effective January 1, 2018. THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Province of Saskatchewan and Federal Government engage the MN-S in discussions SEPTEMBER 23, 2017 prior to the disposal of said Crown lands, provide a provincial map outlining Crown lands slated for Resignation of the Treasurer (Letter to the disposal, and provide the MN-S with resources Ministers) to engage an expert to coordinate the The PMC acknowledged the resignation of engagement and consultation processes”. Treasurer Mary Ann Morin and the President’s

acceptance of her resignation. Métis Nation Legislative Assembly (MNLA) The PMC directed that a MNLA be held April 14 Ernst & Young Update and 15, 2018 (when a budget, updates and The PMC approved the MN-S Secretariat Inc. announcements were available). Financial Statements dated March 31, 2017, as presented. MN-S Lead Negotiator - Tom Isaac It was confirmed that Tom Isaac had been The PMC deferred the expenditure of $60,000 engaged as MN-S Lead Negotiator, and would for Les Filles des Madeleine Annual General be participating on the Transition Team. Assembly, scheduled for October 2017, until funds were available.

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Board Training Treasurer/Finance Committee Report The PMC agreed to suspend arrangements for a Treasurer Mary-Ann Morin commented on: board training session in Jasper, Alberta and to • A registry budget which proposed six new investigate other options, including local training. offices and 10 new jobs • Legal counsel’s review of contracts Enbridge considered on behalf of Métis citizens. The meeting discussed factors used to determine the appointment of regional Section 35 - Update representatives to Métis-specific positions on an Kathy Hodgson-Smith, Legal Counsel, Enbridge Oversight Committee. commented on: • The MN-S’ August 25, 2017 meeting with Clarence Campeau Development Fund (CCDF) Canada at the “Recognition, Indigenous The PMC acknowledged efforts by the Minister Rights and Self-Determination Table” of Economic Development to fulfill his duties in • MMF’s MOU with Canada, which identified relation to the CCDF on behalf of the MN-S and benchmarks the MN-S could consider the Métis people. His requests to meet with the • The MN-S negotiating team, including the CCDF CEO have been denied. In light of some MN-S President, Vice President, Secretary, concerns, the PMC authorized the Minister of Minister of Environment, Leonard Montgrand, Economic Development: and Kathy Hodgson-Smith. • To contact the Provincial Minister responsible for the Saskatchewan Gaming Corporation The following resolution was passed: Act, to remedy the situation, through the agreement between the MN-S and the “WHEREAS the Federal Government has Province (which provides funding to the committed to engaging the Governing Members CCDF); and of the MNC in regional exploratory discussions • In the event an acceptable solution could not leading to the reconciliation of s. 35 Métis rights; be achieved, the Minister of Economic and

Development was authorized to cancel or WHEREAS the Federal Government has amend the agreement with the Province entered into a Framework Agreement with the accordingly. MMF, as well as MOUs with the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) and the Métis Nation of Ontario

(MNO) respectively for the above-stated AUGUST 26 and 27, 2017 purpose; and

President’s Report WHEREAS the Federal Government has begun President McCallum commented on INAC discussions with the Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) for that same purpose; and representatives’ assistance leading up to the reinstatement of the MN-S’ funding. WHEREAS the MN-S has undertaken an introductory meeting and has had its first Vice-President’s Report meeting of the Recognition, Indigenous Rights Vice-President Gerald Morin commented on: and Self-Determination Table; MOUs signed by MNC Governing Members • THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that President • Assistance provided by the Federal Glen McCallum and Vice-President Gerald Government leading up to the recent MN-S Morin be hereby directed to enter into a MOU election process. with Canada, on behalf of the MN-S, and to enter into negotiations toward resolution and Secretary Report recognition of Métis Nation constitutional and Secretary McCallum commented on: other rights and objectives.” • The relocation of the MN-S office and the assistance of the GDI • Appreciation for INAC and EY representatives for their continued support.

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Ernst & Young (EY) Report • The July 31, 2017conclusion of the Northern Michael Campbell, EY, confirmed that office Teacher Education Program (NORTEP). space was secured in Saskatoon to store the The Treasurer agreed to send a letter to PMC MN-S registry information and other materials, members noting the amount available to regions adjacent to the new MN-S office. on a monthly basis, and confirming the process The PMC directed EY to arrange for the PMC’s for accessing the funding. Board Governance Training in Jasper, Alberta (date to be determined). President Report – Portfolios The following portfolio assignments were The PMC directed Jay Watson, Legal Counsel to announced: undertake, with the assistance of Kathy Hodgson-Smith, to ensure the protection of the • Métis Addictions Council of Saskatchewan: ownership/governance interests of the MN-S o Minister Sherry McLennan with regards to the Métis Family and Community o Assistant Minister Sherry Soll Justice Service Sask. Inc. • Environment: o Minister Mervin “Tex” Bouvier Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women o Assistant Minister Rebecca Major and Girls (MMIWG) Inquiry • Métis Family and Community Justice The meeting noted the vacancy caused by the Services Saskatchewan Inc.: resignation of Commissioner Marilyn Poitras o Minister Wendy Gervais from the MMIWG Commission. o Assistant Minister Sherry McLennan • Economic Development: MNLA o Minister Leonard Montgrand The goal of having an MOU signed between o Assistant Minister Mary Ann Morin Canada and the MN-S by the next MNLA, was • Education: discussed. o Minister Earl Cook o Assistant Minister Lisa McCallum The PMC directed that a MNLA be held in • Métis Rights and Harvesting and Land and Saskatoon, on December 1-2, 2017 or Métis Farms: November 24-25, 2017, depending on which o Minister Glen McCallum date the Minister of INAC was available. o Assistant Minister Gerald Morin

• Reconciliation and Residential Schools: Regional Representative Reports o Minister Glen McCallum Regional representatives offered updates on: o Assistant Minister Gerald Morin • Regional offices and Regional Council • Health: meetings o Minister Marg Friesen Meetings held in Ottawa, Ontario and • o Assistant Minister Gerald Morin Calgary, Alberta towards a proposal on • Housing: Métis-specific housing o Minister Derek Langan The Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak • o Assistant Minister Ryan (LFMO) Annual General Meeting scheduled • Intergovernmental Affairs: September 30-October 1, 2017 in Saskatoon o Minister Glen McCallum A meeting held in Calgary, Alberta, towards • o Assistant Ministers Gerald Morin and forming an Advisory and Monitoring Lisa McCallum Committee with Enbridge Line 3 • Registry: Continued efforts to contact Regional • o Minister Lisa McCallum Representatives for youth’s names to • Métis Rights Panel: participate on the Youth Council o Minister Glen McCallum A recent MNO Youth Leadership Workshop • o Assistant Minister Gerald Morin attended by over 70 youth • Sports and Recreation: An Aboriginal Skills and Employment • o Minister Billy Kennedy Training Strategy (ASETS) agreement to be o Assistant Minister Loretta King signed with the MNC • National efforts related to early learning and child care

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• Finance Committee: • Gradually shifting tasks (and related funding) o Treasurer Mary Ann Morin from EY to future MN-S staff o Members: Sherry Soll, Gerald Morin and • The PMC’s progress since 2015. Earl Cook The following resolutions were passed: • Veterans: o Minister Ryan Carriere “That the MN-S PMC approves as presented the • Youth: MN-S Budget 2017-18.” Minister Jaycee Bell o “That the MN-S PMC authorizes the following: • Women: • Submission of the MN-S budget to the Tammy Mah o appropriate Federal Government office for • Batoche: approval o Minister Sherry McLennan • Modifications by the Finance Committee, as Assistant Minister Sherry Soll. o needed, to meet Federal Government’s

approval.”

JULY 18, 2017 “That the MN-S PMC approves inclusion of the

$1.8 million for Urban Aboriginal Strategy Self-Government Overview funding as a line item in the MN-S’ funding Kathy Hodgson-Smith, Legal Counsel, stressed agreement with the Federal Government.” the importance of establishing good governance and maintaining stability in bureaucracy. Resolution on “Citizenship” The PMC forwarded the following motion for Proposed MN-S Regional Table consideration at the July 19-20, 2017 Special Ms. Hodgson-Smith referenced “Section 35 Sitting of the MNC General Assembly:

Métis Rights” and commented on: “WHEREAS the MNC General Assembly in 2002 • Tom Isaac’s report: “A Matter of National and adopted the criteria for the registration of Métis Constitutional Import: Report of the Minister’s Nation citizens; Special Representative on Reconciliation with Métis: Section 35 Métis Rights and the AND WHEREAS it is the inherent right of all Manitoba Metis Federation Decision” Métis Nation citizens who seek to be registered • A MOU on Advancing Reconciliation, and meet the 2002 criteria are so registered by between the MNA and the Minister of INAC, each of the Governing Members without dated January 30, 2017 discrimination of any form;

• Efforts towards the MN-S achieving a MOU AND WHEREAS the Métis Nation safeguards with the Federal Government. the right of all of its citizens to be registered

regardless of province of residence or Governing Environment Portfolio Member jurisdiction; Shannon Landrie-Crossland, Métis Consultant / Senior Researcher, provided a presentation on AND WHEREAS it is mandatory that all eligible “Métis Traditional Knowledge on Land Use and Métis Nation citizens must re-register following the adoption of the 2002 criteria; Occupancy”, and commented on mapping different perspectives of Métis history, land use THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT no and occupancy. Governing Member has the right nor jurisdiction

The Minister of Environment agreed to report to deny or strip Métis Nation citizens of their back to the PMC regarding the feasibility of inalienable right to be registered, and that any supporting land identification research. action to the contrary is in violation of Métis Nation law;

Budget / Workplan BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT no The Treasurer reviewed a presentation titled Governing Member has the right nor authority to “MN-S Budget 2017-18”, commented on: grandfather-in previously registered citizens who • Costs associated with holding a MNLA do not meet the 2002 criteria; and • Developing job descriptions for Regional Directors, MN-S staff and others

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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT any The PMC directed that a four-person Urban ongoing violations of this fundamental right shall Aboriginal Strategy Committee be appointed be dealt with by the General Assembly as such (inclusive of a member of the PMC Executive). case may arise.”

JUNE 25 and 26, 2017 Ernst & Young (EY) - Amending Agreement Evan Shoforost, EY, confirmed that INAC had Swearing In Ceremony provided an advance to accommodate costs Senator Clayton Ward led the meeting in a related to the 2017 MN-S Elections process. swearing-in ceremony. Each of the newly The PMC authorized President McCallum to sign elected or acclaimed PMC members, read aloud the “Amending Agreement between the the following Oath of Office:

Government of Canada and the Métis Nation of “I am a Métis. As a Métis, I honour with pride the Saskatchewan”, on behalf of the MN-S. blood of both my mother and father;

Independent Oversight Advisor Agreement As a Métis, I acknowledge the rich history of my The PMC endorsed the execution of the people and the courage and dedication of my “Independent Oversight Advisor Agreement – ancestors;

MN-S”, as presented. As a Métis, I pledge to preserve the spirit and the identity of my people; Offer to Lease (#210-2121 Airport Drive, Saskatoon) As a Métis I confirm my commitment to my The PMC directed that the lease for the current community, my people, my nation;

MN-S office space be concluded, to coincide As a Métis, I accept my responsibility to put with the commencement of the lease for the new service to my people ahead of self interest, and MN-S’ office location at #210-2121 Airport Drive, to honour the spirit of the Creator and the Métis Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Nation.”

Relocation of the MN-S Office Comments from Manitoba Metis Federation The PMC authorized EY personnel to: (MMF) President David Chartrand • Box up and document all records in the MMF President David Chartrand offered current MN-S office for relocation to a third information to assist in “rebuilding” and party secure storage facility “rebranding” the MN-S, and welcomed further • Arrange for the relocation of furniture, discussions on potential opportunities for fixtures, computer equipment and the collaboration. computer server, from the current MN-S office location to the new MN-S office MNC President Clément Chartier location MNC President Chartier provided historical • Box up the MN-S registry, separately from all information on the Métis Nation and other office contents, for relocation to a third acknowledged: party secure storage facility. • The structure of the MNC General Assembly, comprised of 55 delegates (15 each from Computers / Printers Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta and 5 Mr. Shoforost, EY, confirmed that computers each from British Columbia and Ontario) and printers used in the recent MN-S election th • Plans for the 150 Anniversary of the Métis process would be allocated for Regional Nation in 2020, including re-establishment of Director’s use. the MNC office in Red River, Manitoba • The creation of permanent bilateral Resolutions mechanisms with a commitment to meet The PMC directed that $59,000 be set aside for annually to develop policies on shared legal fees to assist the MN-S Ministers in priorities and monitor progress going forward implementing their respective portfolios. The importance of maintaining citizenship • registries at an arms length from the political body.

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Legal Counsel The following resolution was passed: Jay Watson, Legal Counsel, commented on: “That the MN-S PMC allocates funding to enable The legal landowner of the Batoche lands, • each region to send the same number of the MN-S Secretariat Inc. delegates (up to five) to attend an annual LFDM • An application to access the Affiliate’s meeting, depending on finances available.” records under the Non-Profit Business Corporations Act. Executive / CEO The MN-S PMC directed that a discussion on Mavis Taylor, CEO, offered comments on: the Provincial Métis Housing Corporation be • Information, minutes and reports available on held at the next PMC Meeting. the MN-S website • The Finance Committee’s collaboration with Board Training / Banff / Governance and the Expert Advisor and the CEO on a Structure workplan for submission to INAC. Vice President Morin commented on a Board The following resolution was passed: Governance Program offered through the Banff Centre for Governance. “That the MN-S PMC directs that future agreements entered into on behalf of the MN-S, Federal Government - Update be signed by the MN-S President and Vice Richard Quintal, Negotiator and Manager of President and authorized by the PMC.” Métis Relations, INAC, acknowledged his involvement with the MN-S since October 2014, Finance Committee and offered comments on: The meeting discussed: • The appointment of EY as Expert Advisor to • More cost-efficient office space the MN-S PMC, which may be adjusted as • Contracts for the Expert Advisor and the the MN-S’ capacity changes Chief Executive Officer. • Federal Government’s commitment to engage with the MN-S towards an Resolutions exploratory process and signing of a MOU. The following resolutions were passed:

Expert Advisor - EY The PMC directed some changes to MN-S The meeting discussed: personnel, and further approved new Portfolio • The role of the Expert Advisor Assignments, as follows: • Potential future PMC priorities, including: • Economic Development Portfolio – o Relocating the MN-S office Leonard Montgrand o Other potential funding sources. • Education Portfolio – Earl Cook • Environment Portfolio – Mervin “Tex” Bouvier The following resolution was passed: Finance Portfolio – Mary Ann Morin • “That the MN-S PMC directs that EY be retained • Health Portfolio – Marg Friesen as Expert Advisor to the MN-S, from • Housing Portfolio – Derek Langan July 1, 2017 to March 31, 2018. • Justice, Child and Family Services Portfolio – Wendy Gervais Youth Council • Sports, Culture and Recreation Portfolio – Jaycee Bell, Acting Chair, Youth Council, Billy Kennedy. reminded Regional Representatives to The PMC also approved appointments to the designate a representative to the Youth Council. Finance Committee: Earl Cook, Gerald Morin,

Mary Ann Morin and Sherry Soll. Les Filles des Madeleine (LFDM) Tammy Mah reported that the next LFMO Back to Batoche Committee members were Annual General Meeting may be held in acknowledged: Jaycee Bell, Earl Cook, August 2017. Three regions had not yet Billy Kennedy and Glen McCallum. assigned a Regional Representative to LFDM.

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The meeting discussed: the intent of the MN-S’ Federal Government - Update committees to provide guidance to the PMC; and The meeting was informed that the Accord the assignment of portfolios based on PMC signed provided an opportunity to work towards members’ background and knowledge. a distinctions-based approach to funding and offered commitments to Métis-specific Back to Batoche Committee programming through negotiations. The PMC directed that $100,000 be requested from Federal Government, to assist in Update From Legal Counsel preparations for 2017 Back to Batoche. Jay Watson, Legal Counsel, reported that MN-S Affiliates would be requested to provide financial The PMC confirmed MN-S delegates to attend and other information. EY had compiled a list of the July 19-20, 2017 Special Sitting of the Métis information items required for reporting MNC General Assembly. purposes, for review with the Affiliates. The PMC agreed to meet on July 18, 2017, immediately prior to the July 19-20, 2017 Special Elections Update Sitting of the MNC General Assembly. An update provided by Loretta Metzger, Chief Electoral Officer, was reviewed which offered Elections Update / Complaints comments on: eligibility of candidates to Evan Shoforost, EY, referenced the “Voters participate in the MN-S election, the distribution Lists” provided by the Chief Electoral Officer of ballot boxes, and proof of identification after the recent MN-S Election. required to vote.

The PMC agreed that for the 2017 MN-S Unauthorized Métis Membership Cards Election process, Hafford would be considered Concerns were expressed concerns that as part of Western Region IIA. someone in Lloydminster area, may be issuing unauthorized Métis membership cards. Ernst & Young / Finance Committee - Update

The PMC directed Ernst & Young to pay the Western Region III Board Appointment outstanding balance of $19,659, owed to The PMC supported a resolution passed by the Cuelenaere, Kendall, Katzman & Watson LLP. Western Region III Council, to remove the Region’s current appointee to the GDI Board, leaving the position vacant until the Western Chief Executive Officer - Update Region III Council selects a representative, The PMC agreed that the June 2017 PMC through a clear and transparent vetting process. Meeting would consider the request made at the February 19, 2017 MN-S General Assembly to recognize Mike Tanton, Chef de Mission of the

APRIL 22 and 23, 2017 North American Indigenous Games, as a MN-S

Youth Ambassador. Crown-Métis Nation Summit - Update Vice President Morin referenced the “Canada- The meeting was informed that the MN-S Métis Nation Accord” signed April 13, 2017 by Registry Office closed, when the MN-S’ funding the Prime Minister, the Minister of INAC, MNC was discontinued. At that time, there were leaders and each of the Governing Members. approximately 2,900 members registered.

All Governing Members, with the exception of It was noted that Lennard Morin attended commemorative events to mark the the MNBC and MN-S, had signed MOUs with th the Federal Government and would proceed 100 Anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. towards achieving framework agreements for negotiations. Ernst & Young (EY) The meeting received and reviewed budget and financial information provided in the statements prepared by EY, dated April 19, 2017.

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MEDS, Environmental Reviews, and the THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the PMC: Mi’kmaq-Nova Scotia-Canada Consultation a. Undertake the development of a proposal for Kyle Vermette, Legal Counsel, reported on four a modern MN-S consultation protocol and environmental reviews he had been tasked to internal mechanism for tracking, responding represent the MN-S on, and reviewed a and managing consultations affecting the presentation titled, “MN-S Economic Métis Nation within Saskatchewan; Development Strategy (MEDS). b. Negotiate the establishment of adequate funding with the Government of Canada to The following resolution was passed: develop this proposal for a MN-S “That the MN-S PMC endorses the following consultation protocol and internal resolution: mechanism; and c. Work closely with the Regions and Locals in WHEREAS the MN-S MNLA passed (and the developing this MN-S consultation protocol Annual General Assembly ratified) and internal mechanism to ensure Resolution 005, adopting the "Interim Statement Governments and industry abide by of Principles on Métis Consultation and environmental and constitutional obligations Accommodation May 2008”; to the MN-S.” AND WHEREAS Governments and industry continue to inadequately consult and The PMC approved a draft working model for the accommodate the Métis Nation within MN-S Métis Economic Development Strategy, Saskatchewan's interests through its self- as presented by Kyle Vermette. government representative, the MN-S; MN-S Consultation Protocol AND WHEREAS there continues to be Charles Marcoux, Regional Consultation developments underway in Saskatchewan, Coordinator, INAC, reported that the including forestry, hydro, mining and pipeline “Understanding the Mi’kmaq-Nova Scotia- developments, in which the Métis Nation within Canada Consultation Process” conference, held Saskatchewan continues to be left out of March 8 and 9, 2017 in Membertou, Nova development opportunities; Scotia, outlined the tripartite protocol achieved AND WHEREAS contemplated and actual between the Mi’kmaq, the Province of Nova Crown decisions and actions, including Additions Scotia and the Government of Canada. to Reserve Lands under Treaty Land Entitlement The meeting discussed benefits of establishing a and sale of unoccupied Crown lands, may affect “one window approach” (i.e. potentially through the lands traditionally and currently used and the MN-S office) for all consultations affecting occupied by the Métis Nation within Métis communities in Saskatchewan. Saskatchewan, and Governments have not adequately consulted and accommodated the The PMC directed Kyle Vermette to compile and interests of the Métis Nation; submit a funding proposal to Charles Marcoux, Regional Consultation Coordinator, INAC, for AND WHEREAS the Crown and industry have developing a MN-S Consultation Protocol, which parts to play in ensuring environmental outlines an efficient process that will ensure the legislation and constitutional rights are respected Métis community of Saskatchewan is fully and adhered to in consulting with and consulted and accommodated when a decision accommodating the Métis Nation; or project is contemplated (by governments or AND WHEREAS the rights of the Métis Nation industry) that may affect Métis rights; and within Saskatchewan are at least at parity with further, that the proposal include: First Nations when it comes to consultations and • A workplan for developing a protocol, and other Aboriginal rights, and we may have more • Travel and other costs related to engaging Aboriginal rights including un-extinguished with the regions. commercial rights and Aboriginal Title;

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Back to Batoche ACRONYM LIST Darlene McKay confirmed that the Back to The following acronyms are used in this Batoche Committee was scheduled to meet summary: April 23, 2017. ASETS Aboriginal Skills and Employment

Training Strategy Les Filles de Madeleine CCDF Clarence Campeau Development Tammy Mah announced that a LFMO Annual Fund General Assembly was scheduled in Saskatoon EY Ernst & Young in July 2017. GDI Gabriel Dumont Institute Youth Council INAC Indigenous and Northern Affairs Jaycee Bell, Chair, Youth Council, confirmed her Canada collaboration with other Governing Members’ LFDM Les Filles des Madeleine Youth Councils towards a position paper, on LFMO Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak reactivating a national MNC Youth Council. MMF Manitoba Metis Federation

MNA Métis Nation Alberta Northern Teacher Education Program MNBC Métis Nation British Columbia (NORTEP) MNC Métis National Council Earl Cook led the meeting in a discussion on MNLA Métis Nation Legislative Assembly NORTEP. MNO Métis Nation of Ontario The PMC requested Kyle Vermette to assist in MOU Memorandum of Understanding drafting a letter from the MN-S PMC to the MN-S Métis Nation – Saskatchewan Honourable Bronwyn Eyre, Minister of Advanced NORTEP Northern Teacher Education Education, Saskatchewan, related to NORTEP. Program PMC Provincial Métis Council * * * RBC Royal Bank of Canada SMEDCO SaskMetis Development Corporation UPIP Urban Programming for Indigenous Peoples

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