Turtle Talk
By: Candida Shepherd
“Welcome! We stand here in Sherwood Park, AB on Treaty 6 Territory. I am grateful for the opportunity acknowledging that we are on traditional and ancestral territories of the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries. Home to the Métis Settlements and the Métis Nation of Alberta.”
We are all Treaty People
November/ December 2022
Let's Celebrate... Métis Week
November 14th to 19th, 2022
Otipemisiwak (oh-tih-pem-so-wahk) “The people who own ourselves.” This Cree term was used to describe Métis; a distinct group of fiercely independent people with a vibrant culture.
Each year, on November 16, Métis people across Canada pay tribute to the Right Honourable Louis Riel by holding a commemorative ceremony on the date of his execution. In addition to recognizing Louis Riel Day on November 16, the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) has declared the week surrounding November 16 as “Métis Week.” The week is devoted to commemorating the sacrifices of the Métis who continue to strive toward rights and recognition as a distinct nation.
Check out the following websites to see the many events going on this week...
Métis Nation of Alberta
Rupertsland Institute
'Get ahead of your Future' Job Fair - November 17th
ABOUT THE CAREER EVENT
Rupertsland is hosting the 2022 Get Ahead of Your Future Career Exploration event welcoming Metis Students ages 15-18! With interactive career stations students are able to explore possible career paths and get inspired for their future.
Get Ahead of Your Future is a unique career fair that's intended to inspire Métis youth to think about their future career options and expand their horizons.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Get Ahead of Your Future offers over 20 interactive career stations for students to have a hands-on learning experience. With industries such as technology, tourism, entertainment and many more, this dynamic event is the perfect opportunity for Métis students to explore possible career paths.
For more info: https://gravitypull.swoogo.com/getaheadofyourfuture/2349091
Bev Facey Community High School Dedicated her Flags
On October 17th, 2022, Lloyd Cardinal spent time with our community to discuss theTreaty 6 and Métis flags and the significance of their raising as part of Truth and Reconciliation. Lloyd also shared the medicine of the drum.
We had about 100 students and staff join us in the Learning Commons to share in this learning circle. Thank you to Lloyd Cardinal and to all those who attended. It was a good day!!
Aboriginal Studies 10, 20, 30 Fieldtrip
On November 3rd, our Aboriginal Studies classes had the opportunity to explore to amazing art work of Alex Janvier hosted by Strathcona County Gallery @105. The exhibition is titled “The Healing Language of Alex Janvier”.
Alex Janvier is a 87 years old world-renowned artist from Cold Lake First Nations, Treaty 6 Territory. His exhibition runs September 9 to November 20, 2022.
We learn about Alex’s residential school journey from the traumatic loss of language, culture and family, to finding a voice through his art, and a way forward on the path towards healing and reconciliation.
Did you Know... In 1976, Alex Janvier painted a Mural along the spiral staircase in the Strathcona County City Hall!!
Why Me?
Listen to my Jinggle
For Those that Didn't Make It
Indigenous Veteran's Day - Observed November 8th
Do you know Tommy Prince?
Tommy Prince 1915-1977 Brokenhead Ojibway Nation Manitoba,
He is one of Canada's most decorated Indigenous soldiers.
Special Service Force, become known as the Devil's Brigade with a reputation for specialized reconnaissance and raiding.
He died in 1977 at Winnipeg's Deer Lodge Centre.
His medals have been entrusted int the Manitoba Museum in Winnipeg.
This year, 2022, Canada Post release a Stamp honouring Sargent Tommy Prince.
Thinking about your future... feeding an interest...
Check here regularly for events, activities and supports.
Métis Market
Saturday November 19th, 10:00 am - 7 pm.
Kingsway Mall Edmonton
This showcase of Métis artistic expression and excellence features over 20 Métis artists and artisans including artisanal-crafted beadwork, moccasins, skincare products, jewelry, and more. There will be live music and art displays.
Come See - Come Shop!!!!
I AM Collective - Holiday Market
Métis Crossing - Smoky Lake, AB. (1 hr drive).
Lots of free family fun.
Open to all peoples. Come.
Our Voice of Fire - by Brandi Morin
Last week, we read and discussing Chapter 12.
Through Brandi's words, we meet those closest to the unseeded Wet'suwet'en lands in BC.
Medicines
Scholarships, scholarships, scholarships!!
Metis Nation of Alberta
Hiy Hiy - Thank you for your time.
Email: candida.shepherd@eips.ca
Website: instagram.com/cmsheph
Location: Bev Facey Community High School, Colwill Boulevard, Sherwood Park, AB, Canada
Phone: (780) 467-0044
Twitter: @candidasheph