Regional Governance Councils (RGC) are part of the legislative branch of Métis Nation British Columbia’s governance structure.
RGCs must meet at least four times a year. Two in-person meetings are organized to coincide with the in-person Métis Nation Governing Assembly (MNGA) meeting as well as the Annual General Meeting. The remaining meetings are decided on by the RGC, yet generally align with the virtual MNGAs.
There shall be formed in each Region a Regional Governance Council comprised of the Presidents of the Communities in each respective Region, the Métis Youth of British Columbia Regional Representative, Regional Director, the Métis Women of British Columbia Regional Representative, and the 2SLGBTQQIA+ Provincial Governance Council Regional Representative. The Regional Director shall be the non-voting Chairperson of the Regional Governance Council.
Article 62, Métis Nation British Columbia Constitution
Powers and Duties of the RGCs
- Recommends appointments to the MNGA to fill vacancies in Regional Director and MWBC, MYBC, and 2SBC Regional Representative seats.
- Elects regional Senator.
- Elects members as necessary to various Committees.
- Informs the RGC about Métis Chartered Community efforts.
- Regional Directors bring information and concerns from Métis Chartered Communities to the MNBC Board of Directors.
