VOTE JASON CHERNOW FOR YOUR DISTRICT 6 CITIZENS' REPRESENTATIVE SEPTEMBER 17th!
Take a look around to learn more about me. Please don't hesitate to ask me any questions!
Take a look around to learn more about me. Please don't hesitate to ask me any questions!
As my campaign progresses, my grandmother Marlene Lanz, is always at the top of my mind. It has been 5 years since she passed but it often feels like yesterday. I am grateful and fortunate to have spent so much time with her growing up and many times I go back to all the teachings and wisdom that she shared not only with me but with the Métis community. Observing her actions, and working with her in the Métis regional office provided me with learning opportunities I’ll never forget.
My grandmother had a great love and passion for her community and worked tirelessly to get recognition, acknowledgement and advancement for the Métis people. I know that she would have been so happy when the Constitution for our Otipemisiwak Métis Government was passed at the assembly in 2022 and then ratified in a province wide vote in November. Self-governance has been a working dream of the Metis in Alberta for over 95 years, and now we have it.
My grandmother will always be my role model and I am eternally grateful for all the groundwork and seeds that she sowed. I am truly inspired by her dedication and service to her community, as well as the great legacy she left behind. It is my vow to carry on that legacy and to build upon it. I got to experience the way that she worked, the care and time she gave every person. She taught me when to be stern and when to be soft. She taught me what true Métis leadership looks like. It is a great honor for me to have the opportunity to follow in her footsteps, and to continue the work she had started. I know she is watching over me and guiding my moves. I know she is smiling. I love you gramma, I promise to always try my hardest to do what's best for our people and our culture. I promise to make you proud.
Taanishi folks,
My name is Jason Chernow. I am thrilled to officially announce my candidacy for Citizens’ Representative for District 6 Calgary Elbow in our new Otipemisiwak Métis Government. My journey has been rooted in service, and I am excited to channel my passion and experience into working for the betterment of our community. As those of you that know me are aware, I come from a strong and proud Métis family. My Métis family names include Jobin, Courtreille, Dumas, and Ferguson just to name a few. My grandmother is the late Marlene Lanz, a strong a Métis leader and powerful advocate for Métis rights. I understand the importance of heritage and the power of our history. District 6 Calgary Elbow sits on many very important historic Métis settlement sites, including Victoria Park, Shaganappi Point, the Elbow Valley, Fish Creek Park, and many more. I am honoured to have the opportunity to serve our community and to earn your support.
One of my core beliefs is that every voice matters. I am here to listen, to learn, and to amplify the concerns and aspirations of each resident. Through open dialogue and active engagement, we can craft solutions that truly reflect the needs of our District. Through my many years working in various youth advocacy roles and as a Métis entrepreneur I understand the value of education for our community. Access to financial and business resources combined with cultural education and awareness is a core part of empowering our citizens. Together we can build a prosperous and resilient nation.
I would love to get to know you, please contact me at Jason@JasonMetis.ca with any questions or comments you may have. I’m currently working on my website, check back in a few days for plenty more information about myself and the history of the land within our District! www.JasonMetis.ca
Thank you everyone, I look forward to building a positive working relationship with all of you.
Marsii, pishshapmishko.
Thank you, take care.