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Minister Rick Wilson
Rick Wilson was sworn in as Minister of Indigenous Relations on April 30, 2019.
Accomplishments
Thanks to the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation, 6 Indigenous communities will have more revenue from electricity generation.
Alberta’s government will invest up to $150 million to expand and improve broadband internet in rural, remote and Indigenous communities.
Premier Jason Kenney has approved the first grant through the Indigenous Litigation Fund, for legal actions that support natural resource development.
Blackfoot women who intend to move to Lethbridge from nearby reserves will soon have access to new housing.
Our revised Proponent’s Guide on Indigenous consultation eases red tape for industry and communities.
The province invested $10 million in long-term residential addiction treatment beds in Lethbridge and Blood Tribe.
Key information
- Hosted a historic government-to-government meeting with all First Nations chiefs.
- Renewed a protocol agreement with the Blackfoot Confederacy as a foundation for working closely together.
- Provided $3.1 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.
- Developed the new Alex Decoteau Award of Honour to honour Canadian Armed Forces members and their families as veterans transition to new careers.
- Partnered with the federal government to fund affordable home 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
Supporting Indigenous-led mental health efforts
Alberta’s government will invest in Indigenous-led mental health efforts, including supporting the healing of residential school survivors and their families.
Funds engagement, research and related activities associated with the deaths and burials of children at Indian residential schools.
Aboriginal Business Investment Fund
The call for applications is now open for community-owned Indigenous businesses seeking capital grants.
Métis Credible Assertion
Métis organizations can be considered for consultation if they successfully demonstrate a credible assertion of Métis Aboriginal rights.
Reclaiming Indigenous names
Residential school survivors and their families can file for a legal name change to traditional Indigenous names at no cost.
Latest news
- Sep 15, 2021
Alberta’s government and the Fort McKay Métis Nation have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) ensuring a shared vision for prosperity.
- Aug 25, 2021
Alberta’s government is making life easier for First Nations people by eliminating the Alberta Indian Tax Exemption (AITE) card.
- Aug 09, 2021
Indigenous Relations Minister Rick Wilson issued the following statement on International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.