Rocky Mountain Metis Association

Rocky Mountain Métis Association envisions a future where Métis people, communities, and children are thriving, connected to their rich Métis culture, heritage, and languages, and recognized as an Indigenous People with inherent Métis rights.

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MÉtis Community in Cranbrook

Rocky Mountain Métis Association is a Chartered Community working with the Métis Nation of British Colombia, the only recognized Métis government in BC. Our Association was created to serve the needs of all our citizens in our designated boundaries. From Kimberley to Jaffray to Creston and Riondel we strive to service our communities needs. This is a non-political site with a heart for growing pride in the Métis culture.

The Métis Nation emerged from within the Métis Nation Homeland during the seventeenth century as a result of the French and English fur trade. At that time, Canada did not exist as a country and the provincial governments we know today in western Canada would not exist for another 200 years.

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Our mission

As a Métis Nation British Columbia Charter Community, we represent Métis citizens and promote the rights, recognition, priorities and interests of all Métis in our designated area.  We create opportunities for our people, communities, and children to thrive.

Our Vision

Rocky Mountain Métis Association envisions a future where Métis people, communities, and children are thriving, connected to our rich Métis culture, heritage, and languages, and recognized as an Indigenous people with inherent Métis rights.

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RMMA Mission Statement

Rocky Mountain Métis Association envisions a future where Métis people, communities and children are:

  • Thriving
  • Connected to our rich Métis culture, heritage and languages
  • Achieving strong socioeconomic outcomes
  • Recognized as an indigenous people with inherent Métis rights.

Marie Dawson

Director

Marie Dawson is a proud Métis Citizen and serves as a Board Director for the Rocky Mountain Métis Association. With over 16 years of experience in the field of education, including the past seven dedicated to Indigenous Education, Marie is deeply committed to advancing culturally responsive learning and supporting the holistic well-being of Indigenous families and communities. In her current role, she works to strengthen cultural connections, promote wellness, and foster a deeper understanding.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Marie
enjoys spending time with her family and exploring the natural landscapes of the region through hiking, camping, and visiting local lakes. Her strong connection to the natural world and her love of animals inform both her personal values and professional outlook. A passionate traveler and lifelong learner, Marie seeks out opportunities for cultural exploration that continue to expand her global perspective and appreciation for diversity

Dan Innes

Board of Directors

Dan was was born in southern Alberta and spent his childhood and adult life in the Kootenays, raising his family in Marysville where he resides today.  His Metis roots are in Batoche, a descendant of Ignace Poitras Sr & Jr, and grandmother Justina Bilyk (nee: Poitras).  He is a father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. His interests are woodworking, metalworking, hunting, fishing, and harvesting in the East and West Kootenays. 

Dan is a Director for RMMA. He is a proud Metis man and MNBC citizen and in his retirement is honoured to support his local on various committees and in service to Metis people and their relations.

Suzanne Fiddler

Treasurer

Suzanne was born in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan and spent the majority of her childhood in Kimberley BC and as an adult moved to several other communities in BC, Eventually, Suzanne moved back to Cranbrook in October 2018 to be closer to her family and still resides in Cranbrook. She is a descendent of the founders of the first Metis Nation.

Her ancestors resided at Red River for approximately 60 years. Suzanne’s ancestor, Peter Fidler, surveyed the land before the Selkirk Settlers came to settle in Red River in 1812. She is a descendant of Parentau, Delorme, Normand and Fidler.