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Don Kwas

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Assistant Deputy Minister, First Nations and Metis Relations at Indigenous Relations, Government of Alberta
📍 Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Don Kwas is the Assistant Deputy Minister of First Nations and Metis Relations for the Government of Alberta. His extensive public service career, which includes a Master of Public Administration from the University of Victoria, has also seen him in leadership roles such as ADM of Intergovernmental Relations, reflecting his deep expertise in governance.

Outside of his government role, Don is highly active in community service. He has served for a decade on the board of the Centre for Autism Services Alberta, including four years as President. He is also the Secretary for the Board of Directors for Special Olympics Alberta, demonstrating a profound commitment to community inclusivity.

His long-term leadership in both his public service career and in non-profits supporting autism and special needs showcases a unique dual commitment.

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Experience
36 Years
Current Role
Assistant Deputy Minister, First Nations and Metis Relations
Job Level
Junior
Location
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Indigenous Relations
His current role as ADM focuses on building relationships and creating opportunities for Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations across Alberta.
Autism Advocacy
Served for ten years on the board for the Centre for Autism Services Alberta, including four as President, indicating a deep personal commitment to the cause.
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Career

Work history

9-2020
Assistant Deputy Minister, First Nations and Metis Relations
Indigenous Relations, Government of Alberta
9-2016 - 9-2020
Assistant Deputy Minister, Intergovernmental Relations, Executive Council
Government of Alberta
10-2014 - 9-2016
Member, Affiliate Management Committee
Special Olympics Alberta - Edmonton
2011 - 2016
Executive Director, Economics and Resources
Government of Alberta, Executive Council
2009 - 9-2020
Past Chair, Board of Directors
Centre for Autism Services Alberta
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Education
1991 - 1993
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)
University of Victoria
1983 - 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
University of Alberta
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