About Us
Gabriel Dumont Local #11 is a local of the Métis Nation – Saskatchewan, representing Métis in the city of Saskatoon and surrounding area.
Established in the late 1960s, Gabriel Dumont Local #11 is one of the oldest Métis locals in the province of Saskatchewan. Since its founding, the Local has undergone significant change and periods of inactivity. In February 2018, the Local reorganized with a new governance intent on re-invigorating its membership by providing Métis cultural and educational programming.
Our MISSION is to revitalize Gabriel Dumont Local #11 by creating a welcoming, respectful, and safe environment to experience our language, culture and traditional teachings in Saskatoon.
Gabriel Dumont Local #11’s VISION welcomes people to learn and celebrate our rich culture, language, traditions and customs together.
Partners and Sponsors
We are a highly active, volunteer organization and encourage all of our members to contribute their time, skills, and expertise. We have a dedicated Board of Directors, or Local Council that meets on a regular monthly schedule, open to all members. Our Lii Vyeu, Nora Cummings sits on our Council as an ex-officio member, from whom we seek direction and guidance and we have a dedicated youth representative.
Gabriel Dumont Local #11 Council Members (2025-26)
Nora Cummings - Li Vyeu (advisory role)
Jocelyn Ormerod - President
Ken Bodvarson – Vice President
Bobby-Jo Ouellette - Secretary
Cheryl Troupe -Treasurer
Wilfred Burton – Member at large
Shirley Hagen – Member at large
Lorraine Pura - Member at Large
Kathie Pruden Nansel- Member at Large
Tasha Altman - Member at Large
Faye Maurice - Member at Large
Julia Aussant – Member at large (Youth representative)
