Annual General Meeting for the Beauval - Sipisishk - Metis Local #37

The AGM for the Sipisishk - Metis Local #37 was held on June 14, 2023 at the BDI Gymnasium. Election took where eligible members with a Metis card were able to place votes to elect the board of directors. Various topics were discussed as part of the agenda, this included the lack of funding from the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, concerns about the province asserting their right to resources, and the need to assert Métis rights and push back against provincial responsibilities. The importance of educating the government about Métis rights is highlighted, as well as the importance of documenting traditional activities and providing support to the community. Projects such as a provincial health and wellness facility and an urban program for indigenous people was discussed, and challenges such as infrastructure development and the use of herbicides were addressed. The speaker emphasizes the importance of community building, communication, and collaboration to address issues effectively. There is a sense of optimism and determination to create positive change within the community. The speaker then closes by discussing the rules for voting and nominations at the Beauval - Sipisishk - Metis Local #37 Annual General Meeting. They mention that only citizens can vote and you need to have your Metis card. Nominations were then opened for the positions of president, with Rocky Hansen and Joe Daigneault being nominated. There are no further nominations, and a motion is made to close nominations. The motion is seconded and approved by the attendees.

Agenda 

- Selection of AGM Chairperson 

- Adopt the 2023 AGM Agenda 

- Adopt the 2020 AGM Minutes 

- Reports 

 - Presidents Report 

 - Director's Report 

- MN-S & Regional Update 

- Metis Local #37 Election :

 - President 

 - Vice - President 

 - Secretary - Treasurer

 - 3 Directors 

- Brief Q&A 

- Adjournment