Rupertsland Institute: Métis Centre of Excellence

Rupertsland Institute: Métis Centre of Excellence RLI is a department of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government and holds a triple mandate in education, training, and research.

We are happy to report that Buffy had a wonderful time at the 8th Annual Alberta Métis Fest.He made time to explore, run...
06/18/2026

We are happy to report that Buffy had a wonderful time at the 8th Annual Alberta Métis Fest.

He made time to explore, run the Métis Education Foundation / Rupertsland booth with the team, hang out with the Métis Nation of Alberta Youth team, and ride on his first golf cart!

Next time though, he'll bring his own wheels for transport.

Thank you to everyone who joined us at Métis Fest!! Stay tuned for more Buffy adventures throughout the summer ☀️🦬

Did you catch a photo with Buffy? Tag us in it!

06/18/2026

Thank you to our partner NorQuest College for helping to share this amazing story.

“Anybody can do it. Don’t be scared.”

After selling the business she had owned for 20 years, Janel found herself starting over and searching for a new path. As a single mother supporting her son and family, she made the decision to return to school and build a future she could grow in.

With the support from Rupertsland Institute: Métis Education Foundation, education became possible. Tuition, books, and resources helped remove barriers and gave Janel a career she wants to excel in.

Join us for a Otipemisiwak Métis Student Cinema Night!We will be watching Dead Poet's Society (1989).Hosted by the Otipe...
06/18/2026

Join us for a Otipemisiwak Métis Student Cinema Night!

We will be watching Dead Poet's Society (1989).

Hosted by the Otipemisiwak Métis Student Association, this event is for current Métis post-secondary students who are registered Otipemisiwak Métis Student Association members. Registrations will be reviewed to confirm eligibility. Come dressed in your best business casual attire and enjoy an evening of connection, door prizes, and cinema.

- June 25, 2026
- Doors open at 5 PM
- Ballrooms 104-106, Edmonton Expo Centre,
7515 118 Ave NW,
Edmonton, AB T5B 0J2

Save your seat here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/metis-scholar-cinema-night-tickets-1990524302773

06/18/2026

The Kitchen Party Tour hit St. Paul de Métis and the people showed up. ♾️

We asked people what their favourite part of the Kitchen Party Tour was and their answers say it all.

The music. The dancing. The connections made. The feeling of just being together.

A change of plans with the rain meant we moved the celebration indoors and the community never missed a beat.

That feeling is coming to Grande Prairie in ONE WEEK and our Métis Coureur de Bois Mobile Services team will be right there with you.

We will be joining the Kitchen Party Tour across the Peace River Territory, Districts 13, 14 & 15:

📍 June 26 Grande Prairie
Muskoseepi Park Amphitheatre

📍 June 27 Peace River
Riverfront Park

📍 June 28 Fort Vermilion
Community and Cultural Complex Hall

Just look for the RV! We hope to see you there.

Âstam Pi Kîyōki Come & Visit 👐

📣 It's time for summer camp 📣Adventurous Métis Youth aged 15-17, mark your calendars for two unforgettable weeks of expl...
06/17/2026

📣 It's time for summer camp 📣

Adventurous Métis Youth aged 15-17, mark your calendars for two unforgettable weeks of exploration and learning at Painted Warriors Ranch in Sundre, AB. Camp kicks off on July 26th 🗓️

This is a comprehensive training experience, earning national certifications in horseback riding (levels 1 & 2), remote first aid, hiking field leadership, and Métis cultural interpretation ♾️ Led by seasoned guides, experts and Métis Elders, this camp promises to broaden your horizons and unlock new skills!

🏹 Ready for adventure? Learn more and register online here: https://forms.office.com/r/xdYfRZzUWK

Don't miss out🎯🌿

06/17/2026

Great things happen when the right people show up.

Meet Laine — our newest Job Coach on the Métis Coureur de Bois Mobile Unit. They're here, they're ready, and they're already making an impact.

Follow along as their story unfolds. 👇

2 days until we connect 🎉Have you been funded by Rupertsland Institute or a Métis Scholar Award and graduated from post-...
06/16/2026

2 days until we connect 🎉

Have you been funded by Rupertsland Institute or a Métis Scholar Award and graduated from post-secondary?

Join us at our Edmonton Alumni Event at the Art Gallery of Alberta on June 18!

This evening will encourage building meaningful relationships among fellow Métis alumni, strengthening professional networks, and creating space to connect with community. Guests will have the opportunity to meet representatives from the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, Rupertsland Institute, and the Métis Education Foundation.

The Otipemisiwak Métis Alumni Association will have a gallery hand selected by our team from the Art Gallery of Alberta’s collection to adorn the evening and create a unique and memorable setting for connection, reflection, and celebration.

We look forward to celebrating your accomplishments and welcoming you to an evening of connection, community, and celebration.

RSVP by June 17: https://forms.gle/K6r5TsSicaFHz4gr7

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 50/50 draw at this years Alberta Métis Fest!Together, we raised an incredi...
06/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 50/50 draw at this years Alberta Métis Fest!

Together, we raised an incredible $7,130, with $3,565 going to the lucky winner and $3,565 being contributed to the Métis Education Foundation Endowment Fund.

Winning Ticket Number: D-3644

Your support helps create lasting opportunities for Otipemisiwak Métis scholars by supporting scholarships, awards, and educational initiatives that empower Métis learners in their post-secondary journeys.

Congratulations to our winner, and thank you again for helping invest in the future of Métis education.

06/15/2026

The Métis Coureur de Bois is hitting the road! We travel across the province to share resources and answer your questions on education and job support. Here is where you can find our mobile outreach team this week:

🔹 June 16 — High Prairie, Downtown, 10 AM to 3 PM
🔹 June 16 — Lethbridge Polytechnic (College), 9 AM to 4 PM
🔹 June 17 — Slave Lake, Downtown, 10 AM to 3 PM
🔹 June 17 — Lethbridge University, 9 AM to 4 PM
🔹 June 18 — Wabasca, Downtown, 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM
🔹 June 18 — Pincher Creek, Downtown, 9 AM to 12 PM

Look for the RV and come connect with us!

No appointment needed. Just show up.

06/13/2026

We are LIVE at Métis Fest! Find us next to the Mobile Stage & Artisan Market until 6pm.

Our onsite advisors are available to answer any questions you may have regarding education funding and job search support.

Stop by and say hello!

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Edmonton, AB

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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(1-888-486-3847

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