Sunflowers in front of an old wooden house on a bright, clear day.

Who we are

Supporting Métis Entrepreneurs on their journey to business success, creating economic resilience for generations.

Meet Our Team

Shannon Houle

Financial Administrator

Karim Malas

Business Advisor

Cindy Castelletti

Administrative Officer

Sally Bidin

Senior Account Manager

Robyn Houle

Loans Officer

Samantha Gushue

Loan Assistant

Carol Sales

Chief Executive Officer

Edna Puyot

Accountant

Jacqueline LaBoucane

Business Operations Manager

Join Our Team!

Career Opportunities

This position provides essential clerical and organizational support by managing correspondence, scheduling appointments, preparing documents, maintaining records, and assisting with administrative tasks. Acting as the primary point of contact for both internal and external inquiries, the Administrative Assistant ensures professional communication and a smooth workflow. Strong attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to multitask are key to success in this role.

Board of Directors

Six people standing side by side in front of a large abstract artwork on a wall. They are smiling and dressed in business casual attire.

Travis Inkster

Peter Beaudoin

Ward Sutherland

Andrea Sandmaier

Justin Larocque

Shane Wanotch

Our Affiliates

Otipemisiwak Métis Government

A representative voice on behalf of Métis people within Alberta, provide Métis people an opportunity to participate in government policy and, most importantly, promote and facilitate the advancement of Métis people through the pursuit of self-reliance, self-determination, and self-management.

Ruperstland Institute

An affiliate of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government and holds a triple mandate in education, training and research. Offer programs, services and information to Métis people in these areas through a network of offices across Alberta.

Métis Crossing

The first major Métis cultural interpretive centre in Alberta and is a premier centre for Alberta Métis cultural interpretation, education, gatherings, and business development.

Métis Housing Corporation

Provides affordable rental housing to low and moderate income Métis and other indigenous families in Alberta.

Alberta Métis Works

An online business directory of Métis owned and verified businesses. Developed by the Otipemisiwak Métis Government as a tool to connect Métis businesses with procurement opportunities.