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Local Authorities Election Act (LAEA) & Municipal Government Act (MGA) : combined feedback summary from sessions, email submissions and public survey

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This two-page information sheet provides a summary of the results of a public engagement process to explore amendments to the Local Authorities Election Act and Municipal Government Act which... More ≫

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This two-page information sheet provides a summary of the results of a public engagement process to explore amendments to the Local Authorities Election Act and Municipal Government Act which would enhance accountability and public trust in local elections and local elected officials. The public engagement was conducted by Municipal Affairs between June 29 to July 22, 2022 of municipal associations were also contacted to gather additional input. Representatives of municipal associations were also contacted to gather additional input.

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Metis settlements and First Nations in Alberta : community profiles

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Provides a general overview of the eight Metis Settements and 48 First Nations in Alberta. Included is information on population, land base, location and community contacts as well as quick facts... More ≫

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Provides a general overview of the eight Metis Settements and 48 First Nations in Alberta. Included is information on population, land base, location and community contacts as well as quick facts on Metis Settlements and First Nations.

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The Government of Alberta's policy on consultation with Metis settlements on land and natural resource management, 2015

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The Policy on Consultation with Metis Settlements on Land and Natural Resource Management was developed in consultation with the Metis Settlements General Council and a working group of Settlement... More ≫

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The Policy on Consultation with Metis Settlements on Land and Natural Resource Management was developed in consultation with the Metis Settlements General Council and a working group of Settlement leaders, as well as industry stakeholders. It establishes a formal consultation process between Alberta, project proponents and the Metis Settlements. The policy came into force on April 4, 2016 and was amended in April 2020. Implementation of the policy is consistent with Alberta's approach to the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People.

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The Government of Alberta’s guidelines on consultation with Metis settlements on land and natural resource management 2016

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The Government of Alberta’s Policy on Consultation with Metis Settlements on Land and Natural Resource Management, 2015 (Policy) was released in the Spring of 2016. To fully implement the Policy,... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta’s Policy on Consultation with Metis Settlements on Land and Natural Resource Management, 2015 (Policy) was released in the Spring of 2016. To fully implement the Policy, the Government of Alberta has developed these Guidelines, along with sector-specific consultation matrices (Appendix A of this document). The Guidelines were modeled after the First Nation consultation guidelines, and support clarity of roles, transparency and consistency for all stakeholders involved in the consultation process.

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Implementation of the Metis settlements consultation policy

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The Government of Alberta’s Policy on Consultation with Metis Settlements on Land and Natural Resource Management, 2015 was approved by Cabinet in October, 2015. Full implementation of the Policy... More ≫

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The Government of Alberta’s Policy on Consultation with Metis Settlements on Land and Natural Resource Management, 2015 was approved by Cabinet in October, 2015. Full implementation of the Policy began in April 2016 following release of the Guidelines on Consultation with Metis Settlements on Land and Natural Resource Management. This resource answers frequently asked questions about the policy.

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Government of Alberta-Metis Settlements General Council : long-term governance and funding arrangements

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On March 12, 2013, the Premier, Minister of Aboriginal Relations and the President of the Metis Settlements General Council (MSGC) signed the Long-Term Governance and Funding Arrangements . The... More ≫

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On March 12, 2013, the Premier, Minister of Aboriginal Relations and the President of the Metis Settlements General Council (MSGC) signed the Long-Term Governance and Funding Arrangements . The 10-year landmark agreement commits $85 million from Alberta and $28.5 million from the MSGC for initiatives aimed at: * Strengthening the Settlements’ governance, accountability and sustainability. * Increasing education, employment and economic opportunities. * Improving infrastructure and essential services. * Creating safe and healthy communities, including dedicating an RCMP officer for each of the eight Metis Settlements. * Enhancing the productive relationship between the Government of Alberta and the Metis Settlements. Representatives of the Government of Alberta, through the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations, and the Metis Settlements have developed a comprehensive implementation plan and are currently working together to fulfil the agreement commitments.

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Alberta/Métis Settlements General Council : enhanced policing agreement

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Agreement dated June 22, 2009 between Alberta Aboriginal relations and Alberta Solicitor General and public Security and Métis Settlements General Council.

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FOIP : frequently asked questions for Metis settlements

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The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act aims to strike a balance between the public’s right to know and the individual’s right to privacy, as those rights relate to... More ≫

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The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act aims to strike a balance between the public’s right to know and the individual’s right to privacy, as those rights relate to information held by public bodies in Alberta.

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