Willow Lake Métis Nation (WLMN) has a bold vision to revitalize the ecosystem in Anzac, Alberta – and create a permanent home for its community members.
On May 31, 2022, the Nation announced its historic land purchase that was made possible through WLMN’s membership in the Astisiy Partnership (Astisiy). Astisiy brings together three First Nations and five Métis communities, and Suncor who purchased a 15 per cent stake in the Northern Courier Pipeline asset with a value of approximately $1.3 billion, which will provide long-term, stable revenues that will benefit the communities for decades to come.
WLMN is collaborating with the Resilience Institute to develop and monitor the land, which has been impacted by the energy industry.
Unprecedented opportunities lie ahead
“This will expand our self-sufficiency for generations to come by creating an economy for our peoples — on our own land, that will change the course of our Nation’s future.
The Métis helped shape Canada and the bison helped shape our ecosystem. Our Nation will work in tandem with the bison to reclaim our land.”
– WLMN
At a glance
- 205 acres of land acquired by WLMN
- Planned projects include: eco-bison ranch, a local food source, community cultural centre, Métis housing and local power generation
Legal adviser for WLMN on the land purchse:
Partner: Billie Fortier
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