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As an advocate for Métis education, training and research, Rupertsland Institute actively engages with the federal and provincial governments, educational institutions across Alberta and other stakeholders to further RLI’s goals.
Beaver’s Den pitching competition a great success for young entrepreneurs
On May 13 and 14, Rupertsland Institute (RLI) hosted the inaugural Beaver’s Den during the Sôniyâhkêw (they earn): Métis Youth Side Hustle Summit. Contestants competed for financial incentives to kickstart and fund their side hustles. “What an incredible weekend for Métis Youth to inspire, encourage, and support.” said Donna Bell, manager of Indigenous Relations and Supports at NorQuest College and member of the Rupertsland Institute Board of Governors.
Holden Ekeberg
Rupertsland Institute encourages, empowers, and supports current and aspiring Métis entrepreneurs through workshops, up-skill support, and much more. With the tools available, all that is needed is for motivated Métis entrepreneurs to take the leap into starting their own business. Holden Ekeberg is one of those individuals.
RLI Welcomes Talented Métis Students to the Team as part of the Inaugural Métis Internship Program
By: Samantha Hamann, Communications Intern Launched in January 2023, the Métis Internship Program was created to present Métis students with the opportunity to gain meaningful experience in their fields in a culturally rich environment. Among these interns are web developers, HR assistants, communications coordinators, and other creative and technical based post-secondary students.
Jade Bruce’s Story
The impact of education goes far beyond financial implications, as it enables individuals in achieving self-sufficiency, meaningful careers, fulfilling lives and impactful change in their families and communities. Jade Bruce is one of those individuals.
Cory LeBlanc’s Story
CW// Rupertsland Institute celebrates the overcoming of adversity and hardships. Please be aware that this story deals with topics that may be upsetting to some readers. This story explicitly discusses substance abuse, addiction, suicide, and mental illness.
Celebration of Life for former Rupertsland Institute Board of Governor Bruce Allen Gladue
It is with great sadness that former Rupertsland Institute Board of Governor (July 18, 2012 – July 18, 2015) Bruce Allen Gladue passed away peacefully and surrounded by his loved ones on October 9, 2022, at the age of 61 years.
Rupertsland Institute has received funding from the federal government to provide incentives to small and medium sized enterprises hiring first-year apprentices
Rupertsland Institute (RLI) is proud to announce it has received funding from Employment and Social Development Canada to administer an exciting new program.
Lorne Gladu receives Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree
Dr. Chris Andersen, the Dean of the Faculty of Native Studies, introduced Lorne Gladu for an Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree, the University of Alberta’s highest honour, at the June 14 Convocation Ceremonies in Edmonton. Dr. Gladu has been a “builder in the field of Indigenous education,” Dr.
Congratulations to Dr. Audrey Poitras on receiving an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from Concordia University of Edmonton
Rupertsland Institute congratulates Métis Nation of Alberta President and Rupertsland Institute Board of Governor Interim Chair, Audrey Poitras, on receiving an Honorary Doctorate of Laws from Concordia University of Edmonton on May 28, 2022. As the longest serving and first female President, Dr.
RLI Congratulates the 2022 Esquao Awards Recipients
Rupertsland Institute (RLI) congratulates all of the 2022 Esquao Awards recipients, including RLI’s Board of Governor, Dr. Florence Glanfield. The Esquao Awards are the largest gathering to honour Aboriginal Women in Canada. It is unique because the community nominates the women, and the Institute for the Advancement of Aboriginal Women (IAAW) coordinates the ceremony to honour them.