What you need to know about the historic Métis Nation of Alberta election underway

Métis citizens in Alberta are voting for the first self-governing Otipemisiwak Métis Government from Sept. 13 to 19.

CalgarMétis citizens in Alberta recently had their first election under a new governance structure. (Métis Nation of Alberta)

Elections are underway from Sept. 13 to 19 for the inaugural Otipemisiwak Métis Government, with all Métis citizens aged 16 and over eligible to vote. Candidates, however, must be at least 18 years old.

The Otipemisiwak constituti…