Government is undergoing a transition, including ministry changes. New ministry and cabinet information can be found on the Cabinet page.
Key services
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Provides grant funding to improve energy efficiency to reduce emissions and help with access to training for employment in a green economy.
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Establishes effective relationships, legislation, policies and initiatives that contribute to strong and vibrant communities and people.
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Grant funding and other supports are available to First Nations, Métis communities and Indigenous-serving organizations.
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Find relevant, up-to-date information for all parties involved in an Indigenous consultation process for regulated activities.
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Listing of organizations, services and information for Indigenous peoples in Alberta.
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Métis relations and Metis Settlements governance and land registry.
In focus
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Cabinet ministers are in charge of specific government ministries and are responsible for policy matters and issues related to the day-to-day operation of government. -
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Path to Reconciliation
Over the past four years, the Alberta government has strengthened partnerships with First Nations, Métis and Inuit communities, organizations and people. Alberta is working toward reconciliation and is implementing the principles of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous People (PDF, 696 KB).
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Beaver First Nation harnesses solar power
Beaver First Nation has partnered with the Alberta government to install solar panel systems on a number of community buildings to help cut their power bills.
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Public servants to take Indigenous training
New Indigenous training will help Alberta public servants better deliver programs and services to the Indigenous community.
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Minister Rick Wilson
Rick Wilson was appointed Minister of Indigenous Relations on April 30, 2019.
Our responsibilities
Working with Indigenous communities, the federal government, industry and other stakeholders to support strong, vibrant Indigenous communities and peoples who fully participate in a prosperous, competitive and diverse Alberta. The ministry is also responsible for:
- promoting social and economic opportunities for Indigenous peoples
- supporting Indigenous leaders and communities to participate in climate leadership opportunities
- co-leading the development of mandatory Indigenous training for all Alberta public servants
- working with other ministries to develop opportunities for Indigenous peoples to influence land and resource management decisions.