FMS comments on conference

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With the election results in, new and old business out of the way, Council members and the new executive took the time to comment on the three day conference, individual goals and the Federation of Metis Settlement's aspirations for the future.

The FMS held its elections on June 27-29 at the Beverly Crest in Edmonton.

The newly elected president for the FMS, Randy Hardy of Kikino, Alberta, stressed co-operation and support is necessary to reach the goals of the Settlements.

"We have a lot of work ahead of us and the executive must be supported by

the Settlements if we are to put pressure on the different departments for what we need. Have a safe trip home."

"Co-operation, participation and quality. That's what I will try over the next two years."

TREASURER: WALTER ANDERSON

"I have worked with the new executive before and I can tell you that you have made a good choice. I would ask the runner's up to stay involved. Don't give up. Stay involved at the Settlement level.

I agree with Kikino, when they say that every counsellor attend all meetings regarding Settlement affairs. There is a big job ahead of us, including Kikino's problem with housing."

SECRETARY: RICHARD POITRAS

"I thank the council members that voted for me. Have a safe trip home."

VICE-PRESIDENT: LAWRENCE CUNNINGHAM

"It is nice to see people happy such as this turnout here. I am really proud of the people that attended this meeting. I intend to work hard. Thanks."

CASLAN:

"This has been a very productive meeting. We are happy to be on council and to work together, if every meeting we hold is as productive as this one held."

EAST PRAIRIE:

"We would like to congratulate the new board members and we look forward to working with them in the future."

PADDLE PRAIRIE:

"Congratulations to the new executive. Hopefully we will continue to work together in the future."

FISHING LAKE:

"It was a very productive meeting. We would like to congratulate the new executive and wish them success in the future."

GIFT LAKE:

"Congratulations to the executive and may I make a recommendation for our next all council meeting that all the wives must stay home. St. Germain Courtriell, Seconded by Gary Houle.

KIKINO:

A newlywed like St. Germain should not be saying that. Congratulations to the new executive and we look forward to working with them. We will also look forward to seeing all the Settlements participate in our monthly board meetings. There are a lot of discussions that will take place. Our concern at Kikino is housing. I understand there

is no money available for wages for the construction of houses next year and we need answers in regards to housing.

ELIZABETH:

St. Germain. If we don't see you at the next board meeting we will understand why. Congratulations to the new executive and thanks to all the counsellors and people who showed their interest by attending this conference and supporting it.