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Minister Rick Wilson
Rick Wilson was sworn in as Minister of Indigenous Relations on April 30, 2019.
Accomplishments
The Alberta Indigenous Opportunity Corporation's mandate has expanded to include major agriculture, transportation and telecommunications projects.
Alberta’s government will invest up to $150 million to expand and improve broadband internet in rural, remote and Indigenous communities.
The Residential Schools Community Research Grant was developed to fund engagement, research and related activities association with the deaths and burials of children at Indian residential schools.
The Alberta government appointed the Human Trafficking Task Force to prevent human trafficking and protect and empower survivors.
Calgary’s first urban Indigenous seniors living facility is being built with support from government-community partnerships.
Our revised Proponent’s Guide on Indigenous consultation eases red tape for industry and communities.
Key information
- Renewed a protocol agreement with the Blackfoot Confederacy as a foundation for working closely together.
- Signed a protocol agreement with the Stoney Nakoda-Tsuu’tina Tribal Council for discussion on matters of mutual concern.
- Provided $3.67 million via the Employment Partnership Program to support Indigenous people in training and employment.
- Operated the First Nations Development Fund, which provides grants for economic, social and community projects.
- Strengthened Indigenous participation in Alberta’s $1-billion Site Rehabilitation Program.
- Redesigned the Indigenous Housing Capital Program to offer more flexibility and autonomy for Indigenous communities to build affordable housing.
- The Aboriginal Business Investment Fund provided Indigenous community-owned businesses with up to $500,000 for ventures benefitting communities and the economy.
- Partnered with the federal government to fund affordable homes and create jobs at the Elizabeth Metis Settlement.
Our responsibilities
Working with Indigenous communities, the federal government, industry and other stakeholders to support strong, vibrant Indigenous communities and people who fully participate in a prosperous, competitive and diverse Alberta. The ministry is also responsible for:
- promoting social and economic opportunities for Indigenous Peoples
- co-leading Indigenous training for all Alberta public servants
- working with other ministries to develop opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to influence land and resource management decisions.
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In focus
Budget 2022 is moving Alberta forward by building health system capacity, getting more Albertans working, and balancing the budget.
Supporting well-being for Indigenous women
Three grants will help provide Indigenous women in Alberta with the skills and support they need to find careers and improve their livelihoods.
Marking a milestone with First Nation health partners
Immunization records for First Nation members are now reliably accessible in real time, marking an important step to help reduce preventable disease.
Reclaiming Indigenous names
Residential school survivors and their families can file for a legal name change to traditional Indigenous names at no cost.
Partnering to build Indigenous housing in Calgary
Worked across governments and with Calgary community organizations to help create more affordable housing for Indigenous seniors.
Latest news
- May 05, 2022
Three new board members will bring their expertise to Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation (AIOC) following its mandate expansion.
- May 05, 2022
Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement to honour the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous people:
- May 04, 2022
More than $500,000 in grants will support a range of approaches to help stem the ongoing crisis of violence against Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit+ people.