Key services
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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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Seeks to improve socio-economic outcomes for Indigenous women through collaboration with them and Indigenous organizations.
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Métis relations and Metis Settlements governance and land registry.
In Focus
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Attend a powwow and celebrate First Nations cultures, families and communities. -
New grant program helps groups with Indigenous membership defend their right to economic prosperity.
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First Nations protocol agreements
Learn how protocol agreements help the provincial government and First Nations in Alberta to work together on issues of mutual concern. Read more about related work at the June 10 meeting with cabinet.
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Indigenous organizations and service directory
Listing of organizations, services and information for Indigenous peoples in Alberta.
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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
- 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.
Ministry information
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Resources
- Legislation
- List of public agencies
- Media inquiries
- Personal information bank directories
- Staff directory
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Featured News
- Aug 23, 2019
Indigenous Relations Minister Rick Wilson issued the following statement to recognize the signing of Treaty No. 6 on Aug. 23, 1876.
- Aug 09, 2019
Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson issued the following statement on the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples:
- Jun 21, 2019
Ministers leading wildfire recovery met with the Metis Settlements General Council to coordinate a plan for Paddle Prairie.