Introduction

Purpose Of Employment & Training Programs

The Métis Nation British Columbia administers the Métis Human Resource Development Agreement (MHRDA) to improve the employment potential, earning capacity and self-sufficiency of Métis people in British Columbia.

Program Approval Guidelines / Principles

When developing and/or approving employment or training programs, the seven (7) Regions of the MNBC and its affiliate organizations will subscribe to the following guidelines or principles:

Employment and training programs must respond to current and anticipated/future labour market conditions or requirements.

Métis people from all Regions of the Province must have reasonable and equitable access to employment and training programs.

There will be a balanced approach to resource allocation for employment and training programs across all Regions of the Province.

Employment and training programs must be client-based.

Employment and training programs must be consistent with requirements established by the Government of Canada.

Established policies and procedures will guide decisions and ensure administrative accountability.

The members selected by communities to sit on Regional Employment and Training Committees shall be Métis Persons of that community