News
As an advocate for Métis education, training and research, Rupertsland Institute actively engages with the federal and provincial governments, educational institutions across Alberta and other stakeholders to further RLI’s goals.
Important Announcement About COVID-19
Everything we do at Rupertsland Institute is about serving our people. The health and safety of our employees, clients and other stakeholders is our top priority – and always will be. While ensuring Rupertsland Institute operations are maintained, we’ve taken several proactive measures to mitigate the risk of coronavirus (COVID-19) and the impact it might have on our staff members, clients and stakeholders.
Mobile Services Cancelled from Jan 12 – 18
Due to inclement weather across the province, all mobile services will be cancelled from January 12 – 18, 2020. We apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused.
Career Event for Métis Youth
Join us at Get Ahead of Your Future with your school group. Alberta educators and facilitators are encouraged to bring their Métis students for a full day of inspiring career showcases. Free registration for all Métis students and teachers. Travel expense subsidy available.
Career Event for Métis Youth
Join us at Get Ahead of Your Future with your school group. Alberta educators and facilitators are encouraged to bring their Métis students for a full day of inspiring career showcases. Free registration for all Métis students and teachers. Travel expense subsidy available.
2019 Labour Market Information Report RELEASED
RLI’s annual review of the state of the economy and Métis labour market outlook for 2019 has been released. Read it here: Labour Market Information Report 2019.
Assistance for Evacuees
To assist those who have been displaced and/or evacuated due to the fires in northern Alberta, Rupertsland Institute and the Métis Nation of Alberta are offering: · Bottled water · Personal hygiene supplies · Diapers · Pet food · Snacks Which can be picked up from the following locations: RLI’s Métis Training to Employment offices · Peace River*: 10002 –
Mobile Services Cancelled from Feb 11 – 15
Due to inclement weather across the province, all mobile services will be cancelled from February 11 – 15, 2019. We apologize for the inconvenience this may have caused.
Rupertsland Institute Announces Significant Funding for the Advancement of Métis Students
ENDOWMENTS WILL SUPPORT POST-SECONDARY OPPORTUNITIES AT FOUR ALBERTA COLLEGES Edmonton, AB (September 28, 2018) — During the month of September, the Rupertsland Institute and the Métis Education Foundation have announced the creation of four new endowments totalling almost $1.3 million to support Métis student success throughout Alberta.
Major Gift Announcement for Métis Students at Concordia University of Edmonton
GIFT WILL HELP CREATE ENDOWMENT FUND FOR MÉTIS STUDENTS Edmonton, AB (September 14, 2018) — Today, the Rupertsland Institute and the Métis Education Foundation have announced a significant gift to support Métis student success at Concordia University of Edmonton.
Major Gift Announcement for Métis Students at Lakeland College
GIFT WILL HELP CREATE ENDOWMENT FUND FOR MÉTIS STUDENTS Lloydminster, AB (September 11, 2018) — Today, the Rupertsland Institute and the Métis Education Foundation have announced a significant gift to support Métis student success and leadership at Lakeland College.