The Spring 2026 Métis Nation–Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly wrapped up in Saskatoon over the weekend, with leadership promoting a “unified front” following months of internal turmoil within the organization.
In his State of the Nation address, MN–S President Glen McCallum acknowledged recent unrest and called for a “reset” focused on strengthening self-government and legislative capacity.
Delegates approved a $258 million operating budget and passed several governance measures, including amendments to the MNLA Act and the return of Regional Directors Sherry McLennan and Wendy Gervais to the assembly.
“Our budget must reflect the people we serve,” MN–S Treasurer Jeremy Denomie said in the release, adding the spending plan is meant to show the government is “listening and making disciplined decisions for our Locals and citizens.”
Despite the messaging of unity, criticism of the MN–S leadership and governance structure continued over the weekend and in recent days.
Earlier this week, APTN reported some Métis citizens and elected representatives remained concerned about transparency and the handling of sanctions previously imposed on McLennan and Gervais.
The two regional directors had previously accused MN–S leadership of failing to properly handle harassment complaints and limiting their ability to represent citizens.
Some other highlights from the MNLA included the announcementt that Elder Max Morin will serve as a newly appointed northern MN-S Senator to the Assembly.
The assembly also took time to recognize the upcoming 250 anniversary of Ile a la Crosse, coming up this summer.
The MN–S release says delegates moved through the two-day agenda “in a positive and unified manner,” with the next Métis Nation Legislative Assembly scheduled for the fall.