Jason Chernow

Jason Chernow is the elected Citizens’ Representative for the Calgary Elbow Métis District of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government.

He was born into a proud Métis family with strong roots in Alberta’s Métis homeland. His family names include Jobin, Dumas, Courteilles, Ferguson, among others, reflecting a rich Métis heritage.

Guided by the strong matriarchs in his life, Jason grew up learning his traditional Métis culture from a young age. He learned skills such as beading, jigging, and harvesting, knowledge that continues to shape his worldview. Today, Jason integrates these cultural experiences and traditional teachings into his work, ensuring that Métis values continue in modern context.

Jason actively uses his voice to protect Métis rights and promote Métis culture, with a focus on empowering youth voices and youth perspectives both within his community and on the world stage.