Métis Success
Sharing the stories of our people

‘My Mother’s Legacy’ Book Release – Bonita Nowell
In honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, NWTMN beneficiary Bonita Nowell will be releasing her new book, My Mother’s Legacy on September 30th, 2023. A survival story

2023 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award Winner – Laney Beaulieu
Photo Credits: Mac Lai/Schulich Medicine & Dentistry The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate beneficiary Laney Beaulieu on her academic achievements. Laney is currently a third year medical

NWTMN beneficiaries recognized by the Town of Fort Smith
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate beneficiaries Melissa Johns and Mary Poitras on the awards they received from the Town of Fort Smith. On July 1st, 2023,

From Qualifier to Medalist at the 2022 BC Winter Games – Alaira Edwards
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate beneficiary Alaira Edwards on her amazing achievement at the 2022 BC Winter Games (Which took place in March, 2023). Alaira qualified

Apprentice to Red Seal Interprovincial Mechanic – Tanner Mandeville
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate beneficiary Tanner Mandeville on the acquisition of his Journeyman and Red Seal Interprovincial Ticket as a mechanic. We’ve had the honor

Upcoming back-to-back National Championships – Jullian Bowling
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to acknowledge NWTMN beneficiary Jullian Bowling’s hard work and dedication to his sport, curling. Jullian will be skipping for his team at the

Social Service Worker Graduate – Alexa Jonuk
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate NWT Métis Nation member Alexa Jonuk on her academic achievement. In 2022 Alexa earned her two-year Diploma in Social Work and

Métis athletes representing the NWT at 2023 Arctic Winter Games
Photo Credits: Hockey NWT Facebook (facebook.com/hockeynwt) The Arctic Winter Games are an international multi-sport event that takes place every two years in the Canadian Arctic and northern United States. The

Academic Excellence and Overcoming Adversity – Dr. Lois Edge
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to recognize NWTMN beneficiary Lois Edge on her various academic achievements. We look forward to your continued contributions to our nation and society,

Actor, Scriptwriter, Filmmaker, and Model – Brynn Knickle
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to recognize NWTMN beneficiary Brynn Knickle on her various achievements and the release of her new short film, ‘Métis’. Brynn directed, wrote, co-produced

Indigenous Minor Athlete of the Year – Nevada Johnson
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate Nevada Johnson on being selected as the Softball BC Indigenous Minor Athlete of the Year 2022, and being a Fraser regional

Operating a Successful Day Spa – Sandi Beamish
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate Sandi Beamish on the success and growth of her Fort Smith day-spa business, Pure Esthetics. Sandi is a beneficiary of the

Appointment of New Sergeant-at-Arms | Floyd Powder
Photo Credits: CBC News On Wednesday, November 2nd, Mr. Floyd Powder was appointed as the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly’s Sergeant-at-Arms. The appointment takes effect on Monday, December 5, 2022. The

Recognized by MRA Recreation Leader Spotlight – Melissa Johns
Image Source: Mackenzie Recreation Association The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate Melissa Johns on her nomination in the Mackenzie Recreation Association ‘Recreation Leader Spotlight’. The Recreation Leader

Building a Successful Business – Jeremy Beamish
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate Jeremy Beamish on the success and growth of his Fort Smith construction business, Blades Construction. Jeremy is a beneficiary of the

Business Administration Graduate – Lyndie Bourque
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate NWT Métis Nation beneficiary Lyndie Bourque on her various academic achievements. In 2019, Lyndie earned her certificate in Office Administration and

Floyd Powder & The Lost Post Fund
Photo Credits: CBC News The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to recognize and acknowledge the hard work that Master Warrant Officer (retired) Floyd Powder has done for the Last

NLDP 2022 Graduates – Kelsey & Melissa
The Northwest Territory Métis Nation would like to congratulate NWT Métis Nation beneficiaries Kelsey Heron (left) and Melissa Johns (right) on their completion of the Northern Leadership Development Program which