Very Interesting

Well folks - I thought I knew what was what - but it appears like we have another candidate who is running at the MNC. I will save my view for a future post later today.


Press Release

Date: Tuesday, February 19th, 2008

For Immediate Release

Métis Nation British Columbia President Dumont Re-Enters National Presidency Bid

(Vancouver, BC) – Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) President Bruce Dumont met with the MNBC Board of Directors this past week to discuss the upcoming Métis National Council (MNC) General Assembly set for February 23rd and 24th in Ottawa.

The MNC General Assembly is composed of fifty-five voting delegates from Métis Nation of Ontario, Manitoba Métis Federation, Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, Métis Nation of Alberta, and Métis Nation British Columbia. The MNC General Assembly marks the second attempt by the MNC in the last five months to elect the national President.

MNBC President Dumont decided to maintain his bid for the MNC Presidential Candidacy late yesterday after further discussion. The MNBC Board of Directors were unanimous in their endorsement and felt that such a decision must be made regardless of any other possible candidates. MNBC Treasurer Dave Hodgson stated, “You were the leader that the majority of the MNC Board of Governors endorsed last July as the Interim MNC President. You were the leader who was prepared to step forward at the last MNC General Assembly in October. The only choice we have is to continue to support your leadership bid.”

MNBC President Dumont stated, “The MNC continues to face several challenges and requires a leader who has a proven track record and credibility. This is not a popularity contest and there are very serious issues that must be addressed. The MNC is in crisis and I know I can step forward and be dedicated to address these challenges. We need a leader who can support a complete organizational change and ensure principles of true Métis Nation self-governance can be demonstrated and not just spoken. I truly feel that I will be the only candidate who can bring such important issues forward with credibility in this election. ”

MNBC delegates will join the MNC General Assembly beginning Saturday, February 23rd at the Delta Hotel in Ottawa. The MNC General Election results should be completed that day.

Media Contact:
Keith Henry
Chief Executive Officer
Métis Nation British Columbia
Ph:(604) 801-5853