For generations, Métis people have been subject to decisions made by governments other than our own. Often those governments have deliberately excluded Métis rights, histories, perspectives or interests. Writing our own policies is a way to reverse colonial legacies by reclaiming control over decisions that affect the interests of the Métis Community. This is not just a symbolic change, it’s a practical enactment of our inherent rights to set our own priorities, implement policies that reflect our values, and design culturally appropriate services. Regional policy development helps strengthen Métis governance structures and institutions. The regional policies of the Huron-Superior Regional Métis Community are created by Métis people, for Métis people and address the real needs of the community.