After months of internal strife, the Métis National Council has elected Victoria Pruden as its new president, aiming to restore unity and advance Métis rights.
Ottawa: So, the Métis National Council has just elected a new president, and it’s been quite the ride. Victoria Pruden is stepping in after a pretty chaotic time for the council.
Things got messy when the Manitoba Métis Federation decided to leave back in 2021. Since then, other groups like the Métis Nation of Saskatchewan and the Métis Nation of British Columbia have also pulled out. Talk about a shake-up!
Before the election, it was a bit of a mystery who was even running the show. Now, only the Métis Nation of Alberta and the Métis Nation of Ontario are left in the mix.
Pruden’s got her work cut out for her. She’s focused on pushing for the rights and goals of Métis people everywhere. The council is hoping to honor its past while looking ahead to what’s next for future generations.
This news was first shared by The Canadian Press on December 9, 2024. It’s definitely a pivotal moment for the Métis community.
