Former MN-S CEO sues for wrongful termination and breach of contract

Métis Nation – Saskatchewan (MN-S) and former CEO Richard Quintal are embroiled in a legal battle over Quintal’s claims of wrongful termination and breach of contract. Quintal asserts that his employment was terminated without cause after political pressures from the Provincial Métis Council (PMC). He alleges that he was promised a contract extension and compensation, but did not receive the promised payment.

Quintal claims that he was notified of his termination on May 15, 2026, and was invited to deliver an exit speech to PMC and MN-S President Glen McCallum, who made a public statement announcing his termination. Quintal further states that he was put on suspension, allegedly to avoid the cost of firing him, and that he was supposed to receive the remainder of his annual base salary after being fired without cause.

As of August 24, an investigation into the extension of his contract was ongoing. Quintal is seeking severance payment in line with his contractual obligations, along with damages. MN-S has responded to the legal action, stating their intention to defend the allegations.