OTTAWA, MAY 27 — President Victoria Pruden of the Métis National Council met with His Majesty King Charles III and Her Majesty Queen Camilla late Monday afternoon.
The relationship between the Métis Nation and the Crown is unique and enduring, deeply woven into the history of Canada. When meeting with His Majesty Monday late afternoon, President Pruden raised the importance of partnership in upholding the honour of the Crown and fulfilling the solemn promises made by the Crown to the Métis Nation; advancing Métis-led climate action, including ongoing collaboration through the Wildfire-Resilient Landscapes Network; revitalizing Métis languages; and rematriating Métis artifacts and artworks — all critical for advancing reconciliation.
President Pruden and His Majesty discussed opportunities for further engagement and President Pruden extended a formal invitation to Their Majesties to visit the Métis Homeland to experience the rich culture, history, and traditions of the Métis Nation.
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Since 1983, the Métis National Council has been the national and international voice of the Métis Nation within Canada. Through national research and policy development, the MNC advocates to advance the rights and interests of Métis Governments, including the implementation of the Métis Nation’s inherent right to self-determination and self-government. The MNC is committed to accountability and transparency within its operations, and to its relationships with its Governing Members and other partners.