A Christopher Lake man says he hopes to improve the governance-model and structure of the Metis Nation of Saskatchewan — if elected president.
Bryan Lee is one of the six people to toss their hats into the ring for the chance to lead the MN–S.
The current president of “Fish Lake” Local 108, Lee says he feels a lethargy is setting into the nation and he wants to change that.
Lee says his own local has been trying to pass a resolution to start a Metis court, but has been unable to do so because past meetings haven’t reached the quorum required.
He says he’s not looking to attack anyone personally, and isn’t accepting any campaign donations.
Lee says he also won’t accept a salary as things stand now because presidents aren’t supposed to be receiving money under the Metis constitution:
“Article 3.9 of our constitution states clearly that elected members of the Provincial Metis Council should not hold paid positions for Metis Nation of Saskatchewan or any of its affiliate boards.”
He adds that particular clause could be changed though.
Lee adds he also is a strong proponent of the environment and would place a focus on that issue as well.
Lee is opposed in this year’s race by incumbent president Robert Doucette and fellow challengers Maureen Belanger, Ray Laliberte, Wayne Mckenzie and Mavis Taylor.
The election takes place on September 8th.