Métis Government calls on northeastern Alberta town to restore historic name

Métis government calls on Alberta town to restore historic name

The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is calling on a town in eastern Alberta to consider restoring its former name, a move it says would help recognize its Métis history. The town of St. Paul, which is perhaps best known for its UFO landing pad attraction, was originally named St. Paul des Métis. It was initially established as a Métis settlement by the federal government at the turn of the 20th century and had approximately 80 families living ther…

Métis Government calls on northeastern Alberta town to restore historic name

The Otipemisiwak Métis Government is calling on the Town of St. Paul to restore its historic name and better recongize the community's Métis history.

Otipemisiwak Métis Government asks Town of St. Paul to restore its original name

By Jeremy Appel The Otipemisiwak Métis Government (OMG) has asked the Town of St. Paul to return to its original name of St. Paul des...