Updates and Reminders
January 2023 |
Upcoming Events and Important Dates |
ASBA Honouring Spirit: Indigenous Student Awards | Deadline: Feb. 3, 2023 Family Gatherings | February, April and June
Cultural Programs | Late Winter and Spring |
Direct Student Support |
Study Help for Métis students Rupertsland Institute has secured access to Alberta ExamBank for K-12 Métis students to test their understanding through online practice. Métis students can sign up for the RECC Room to find the login for their MNA Region. Questions? Contact education@rupertsland.org. Métis Nation of Alberta Outstanding Youth Award | Deadline: Jan. 30, 2023 Do you know an outstanding Métis youth in your community who you’d like to nominate for the 2023 Outstanding Métis Youth Award? Fill out the submission form by January 30. The nominee must be between the ages of 12-29 and must be a citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta. For more information, email youth@metis.org. |
Resources of Interest |
Beautiful Michif Album Métis singer/songwriter/actress Andrea Menard recently released her latest album, Anskoonamakew lii Shansoon, meaning Giveaway Songs. The collection of 10 songs are sung in and translated into the different languages and dialects of Michif people and are a way for Andrea to help share and preserve the Michif language. The songs can be streamed from a variety of platforms. A short video, the album and the lyric sheets are available on her website. Did you know: EIPS teacher Shelly Grauman’s daughter, Tai Amy Grauman, is a Métis playwright, and a song from one of her plays is included in the collection? Amazing talent!
At-home Supports for Métis Youth and Families Are you a citizen of the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA)? The MNA Children and Family Services team offers a variety of supports, programs and resources at no cost to citizens.
Opportunity for Youth in the Fort Saskatchewan Area The Indigenous Society of Fort Saskatchewan is offering powwow teaching for youth in the community.
Spaces are available for 25 girls and 25 boys. There will be a performance during the MMIWG2S Gathering at Legacy Park on May 5. Register by emailing isfortsask@yahoo.com.
Winter Land Learning at Métis Crossing Whether you and your kids are outdoor enthusiasts or like to keep busy and warm indoors, one thing is true, Metis Crossing has it all. Snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, skating rink and so much more! Enjoy our signature, locally sourced barista coffee at the Bistro in the Lodge or indulge in Métis-inspired lunches at the Cultural Gathering Centre. Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 780-656-2229 or visit metiscrossing.com.
U of A First Peoples’ House Annual Round Dance | January 28 The University of Alberta and First Peoples’ House will host their annual Round Dance to honour grads on January 28.
Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society: Community Round Dance | February 4 The Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society and Women Building Futures will host an Honouring the Community Round Dance on February 4.
Local Cultural Workshops Elders and knowledge holders are busy preparing courses for the community, offered through Michif Cultural Connections in St Albert. On February 10, knowledge holder and bead artist Connie Kulhavy will offer a class on beaded hearts. Visit the Michif Cultural Connections Facebook page for all upcoming events, workshops and gatherings and for details on how to register.
Metis ALIVE in Beaumont offers a wide variety of wonderful cultural workshops with local Elders and knowledge holders. The next course, sewing traditional mittens with Elder Joyce Beaver, takes place February 11. Visit the Metis ALIVE Facebook page for more details. |