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| A Message from our President: | ||||
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"It is my privilege to bring greetings on behalf of the Board of Directors of CUMFI. The launch of this web site is an exciting time for CUMFI and a opportunity to not only showcase our programs and services but to reach out to Métis people around the world.
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| As we move forward as an organization and as a Nation, and as technology advances, it is important to remember who we are as a people and how our history influences the future. This web site is one way of bridging our history with current and future initiatives. | ||||
| As President of CUMFI, I am proud of our accomplishments to date and look forward to our continued growth as an organization and people." | ||||
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Sincerely,
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Shirley Isbister
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President
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| Central Urban Métis Federation (1993) Inc | ||||
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| Biography | ||||
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| Shirley was born and raised in Saskatoon. She is the proud mother of three children: Jesse (wife Natashia), Lindsay and Brooke. The pride and joy of Shirley and her husband, Lloyd's, life are their grandchildren Tavia, Jagger, and Keon. Shirley is a Family Daycare provider, Marriage Commissionaire, a Notary Public, and Commissionaire of Oaths. | ||||
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Shirley is President of CUMFI and Vice-president of the Western Region Métis Women's Association. She is also the 2nd Vice- president of City Center Bingo Charitable Association and represents CUMFI on the White Buffalo Youth Lodge Partnership.
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| Shirley exemplifies the true spirit of volunteerism through her dedication, leadership skills and her level of commitment to the many projects she undertakes. | ||||
| In 2004 she received the Community Development Award from the Saskatoon Volunteers Committee and the Heart of the Métis Award from METSI for volunteering in her Métis Community. | ||||
| Shirley volunteers many hours in meetings, writing proposals, lobbying government and Métis Community development. | ||||
| Her vision: To build a strong Métis Community that enriches the lives of children, youth, Elders and all Métis people. | ||||
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Her passion: Golfing in sunshine, rain, wind, sleet or snow, it doesn't matter.
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