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August 2004
Métis Matters Foundation of Alberta ATTENTION ADVERTISERS Thank you, everyone, for your continued support! Your participation and contributions have allowed us to be a part of our thriving and enthusiastic Métis community. "Keep those letters and emails coming!"
2. Education/Employment
3. Métis Success Stories
4. Books and Music, New Releases
5. Minister of Aboriginal Affairs & Northern Development
6. Speaking up, speaking out
7. Métis Me
8. Métis Matters
9. Métis Interest Articles
10. Share a Prayer 11. Congratulations, Thank yous and Birthdays 12. Métis Cultural Corner 13. Joke of the Month 14. Recipe Summer Events
Notice to Members of Meeting of 76th MNA Annual Assembly Visit the Métis Matters booth For more information contact Felice Gladue at 780-975-2084. JULY & AUGUST 2004 AUGUST 13 - 15, 2004 Wabasca, Alberta Contact Region 5 at 1-866-849-4660 or 780-849-4654. Click here for Draft Schedule. AUGUST 13 - 15, 2004 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Contact Vicki at 306-382-0111 or visit www.johnarcand.com. AUGUST 19 - 22, 2004 Big Valley, Alberta Contact Richard Lucier at 403-876-2945 or email apeetogusan7@hotmail.com. AUGUST 20 - 22, 2004 Edmonton, Alberta Contact 780-471-7584. SEPTEMBER 23 -26, 2004 Metis Provincial Council of British Columbia's Annual General Assembly Hosted by Salmon Arm Métis Association OCTOBER 2, 2004 OCTOBER 25-26. 2004 NOVEMBER 19, 2004 10960-104 st, Polish Hall, Edmonton, Alberta 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10.00 includes dance Contact 780-451-1072. Visit www.metisdance.com. NOVEMBER 20, 2004 10960-104 st, Polish Hall, Edmonton, Alberta 1:00 p.m. Tickets $7.00 Evening dance $10.00 Contact 780-451-1072. Visit www.metisdance.com. NOVEMBER 21, 2004 10960-104 st, Polish Hall, Edmonton, Alberta 1:00 p.m. Tickets $7.00 Contact 780-451-1072. Visit www.metisdance.com. Education / Employment
The Pre-Employment Program (PEP) starts on October 25, 2004 and ends January 28, 2005. For more information please call the High Prairie Métis Employment Services office at 780-523-2004 or the Region 5 Labour Market Development Unit at 780-849-4654 or 1-866-849-4660.
Northern Lakes College
Check us out. Our course list is expanding. Human Resources Development Canada FIVE DAYS - FIVE CERTIFICATES LIMITED SEATS - REGISTER EARLY
Canadian Executive Service Organization How much do we cost? Currently, CESO has funds available from Trust funds and Canadian Corporations to be used to pay for our service delivery to our Métis clients. We provide Aboriginal businesses, communities and organizations with economic development advisory services. Please call us at 1-800-763-6372 if you have any questions regarding our services offered or visit our web site at www.ceso-saco.com. Regards, Stephan F. Pertschy, MBA, FICB
If you would like NAIT programs delivered in your community, please call Stephen Crocker, Manager, Aboriginal Training Programs at 780-378-5035 or email scrocker@nait.ab.ca. Visit the NAIT website at www.nait.ab.ca/.
If you would like more information or to register, please contact Kari Olson, FLP Coordinator, at 420-6081. Limited subsidies and / or payment plans are available.
We seek a creative, dynamic and resourceful business manager who is knowledgeable and experienced in business start-up and business management. This contract position requires considerable initiative, expertise and experience. Qualifications: Business related post-secondary education plus several years of related experience in business start up and business management. Selection will be based on education, experience and proven track record. References are required. Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to: JudyLynn Archer, Executive Director
Introduction to Cree for Adults Instructor: Beatrice Morin Using both story and new technology, this course will familiarize students with the sounds of the Cree language and build basic vocabulary and commands that can be used everyday. #150496 Tues., Oct. 5 - Nov. 23 7 - 9 p.m. Fee: $75 Location: Fort Edmonton Park To register please call 496-2925. Aboriginal Crafts - Moccasins Adult Aboriginal Crafts - Beginner Beading Adult Metis Success Stories Okotoks - Lions honor (Métis) Citizen of the Year By John Barlow Editor, Western Wheel, June 30, 2004 One has to wonder where Floyd Sayese finds the time. Métis youth strives for the best My last year in Rich Valley was the most exciting of all, because without my knowing the Principal of the school had phoned my Mama to tell her that I was getting an award for Female Athlete of the Year. My Mama had called my Mom (Shawna Letendre) and my Dad (Larry Powder) again without my knowing and invited them down for the big day. I was really surprised to see everyone there. I received a certificate of Achievement for Female Athlete and my name on the plaque that will remain in the I would like to say to all students that if you work hard to achieve, all things can be accomplished. Make sure you know who your friends are and if they really are your friends. Friends don’t try to make other friends do things that are not right, like smoking, drinking or drugs. I will not say that I will never do them, but I would like to say that I will try my very best to stay away from them. May the Great Spirit love you, guide you and protect you, and keep you in his heart. CreeAtive Harmony is proud to announce the release of their brand new Country Gospel album titled Battle Scars. The album has nine tracks with the traditional country sounds of the fiddle and steel guitar. Visit CreeAtive Harmony's website at "Born in the North" new album for Jess Lee Jess Lee is recognized as one of the finest traditional country and roots singers in the world. Originally signed with RCA in the 1980's as the lead vocalist of the widely acclaimed "Midnite Rodeo Band", Jess Lee has had several hits as a solo artist, including the #1 "Crowhill Road" and a JUNO Award nominated album "Sacred Ground" in which he unleashes his tremendous talent to tell stories of the struggles of the Métis people in Canada. Jess has now released a new CD called Born in the North. The album includes the songs "Fly Sparrow Fly", "Born in the North" and the incredibly funny "Bingo Song". Visit www.jesslee.ca for more information.
"Castles to Forts": A New Release from Phillip Coutu Phillip Coutu released a comprehensive history of Métis peoples of Fort Edmonton in his latest book Castles to Forts: a true history of Edmonton. To purchase a book, please call Phillip R. Coutu at 780-432-0368. Métis author releases "Racing Fear"
Jacqueline Guest is a Métis writer who lives in a log cabin nestled in the pinewoods of the Rocky Mountain foothills of Alberta. She has nine published novels with two new books to be released in 2004, including an historical novel on the Riel Rebellion. Jacqueline’s fast paced sports books are unique in that many of the main characters are of First Nations, Inuit or Metis background. In addition to handling sports related problems, her characters also face issues common to every child such as bullying, blended families and physical challenges. In addition, she also teaches writing how-to’s and encourages children to follow their own literary dreams. Jacqueline has participated in Mamawenig, the Saskatchewan Aboriginal Literacy Gathering, where she helped shape the direction of Native literacy for the province of Saskatchewan. Jacqueline has also presented to the Alberta Association of Library Technicians, the Manitoba Association of Teachers of English as well as numerous Writers' Conferences and workshops. Jacqueline has been nominated for a National Aboriginal Achievement Award. She has travelled extensively and as far away as Nunavut to spread the good word on literacy. A strong advocate of reading, Jacqueline believes the key to the future is through better literacy today. Jacqueline's new Young Adult Mystery Racing Fear was released May 2, 2004. An action packed road rallying mystery that draws teen readers into the world of fast cars, dangerous lies and the repercussions of dealing with the dark side. Belle of Batoche, a truly Métis story, is set to be released in September 2004. For more information on books and presentations, please visit www.jacquelineguest.com.
Maxine has also worked as an educator. Now retired, she spent 31 years in elementary classrooms, guiding children toward literacy. The children in her class, who of course thought of her only as their teacher, saw every step in the creation of each new book. They heard the unillustrated story, saw the roughs and were the first to view the finished book. Maxine lives in a small fishing village on the shores of Lake Erie with her husband William and with their two Yorkies, Ceilidh and Little Moon. They spend summers aboard their sloop Windseeker1 where Maxine continues to write. Her latest novel Sister to the Wolf is set to be released in August 2004. Sister of the Wolf is about the Pani, the Native slaves in New France in 1703 at Quebec and then at Fort Detroit. Visit www.execulink.com/~maxitrot/coming.htm for more information. On August 5, 2004, Ron Rivard & Catherine Littlejohn will have a book launch at McNally Robinson Bookseller 120 - 8th Ave. S.W., Calgary, Alberta. It will be held at 7:00 p.m. The History of the Metis of Willow Bunch is a new book just released by Saskatchewan authors Ron Rivard and Catherine Littlejohn. Ron Rivard is a Métis historian, researcher, writer and consultant from the community of Willow Bunch and has co-authored this book to tell the story of the Métis of Willow Bunch. Catherine is a historian, researcher, writer and consultant from Saskatchewan. The book details the earliest settlement of the Willow Bunch region, which was inhabited by the Métis while on their buffalo hunts. It makes the link between this region and the life in the Red River, and outlines how the Métis lived in those early days and describes in detail, life on the prairies. Métis traders played a big role in the life of the Métis settlements and this lifestyle is described. The role of the Métis in the Red River Resistance and life in South Western Saskatchewan is detailed. The great Indian Chief, Sitting Bull and his people camped around Willow Bunch for a time, and this story is detailed in the book. The Giant of Willow Bunch is featured in one of the chapters. The Giant was an 8 foot 3 inch Métis person who was the first person born in Willow Bunch. His life is chronicled, as well as many of the events about his life and the strange circumstances surrounding his death and eventual burial. Willow Bunch is a Métis community that was developed long before any white settlers moved into the area. They had permanent structures, organized civil order, their own institutions, local government, traditions, culture, and community. This book is the result of the stubborn insistence of the Métis of Willow Bunch, that their story must be told. This book is about The History of the Metis of Willow Bunch. Ron Rivard can be reached at: 306-221-9884 and Cathy Littlejohn at 306-283-4640. For more information visit their website at www.ronrivard.com. Available at: Book & Briar Patch in Regina and McNally Robinson in Saskatoon and Calgary. "Original and Traditional" John Arcand's 9th CD released
John Arcand, Lieutenant Governor's Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for the Arts, has released his ninth recording. The CD is titled "Original and Traditional" as John has dug up some old tunes and he has written some awesome new ones. CDs are $20.00 each plus $3.50 for postage and handling. Contact: John & Vicki Arcand Box 3 Site 302 RR#3 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 3J6 Phone: (306) 382-0111 Fax: (306) 683-1917 email: windy.acres@sasktel.net Website: www.johnarcand.com Minister of Aboriginal Affairs & Northern Development
With summer in full swing the last thing on the minds of students is university or college. Not to put a damper on things, I would like to provide some information on what’s available for students who are looking for some financial assistance in the coming school year. However, this list is not totally inclusive and I encourage all students to do as much research as possible or contact the post-secondary institution they are attending for more information. Almost all grants in the funding guide are open to Métis students except those issued through the First Nation Education/Band Education Authorities. A good start is to visit the Aboriginal Multi-Media Society website and click onto the Aboriginal Scholarship/Bursary Guide at http://www.ammsa.com/ammsabursary.html . The guide lists numerous grants available to Métis students. Other grants include: Métis Nation of Alberta: Métis Education Foundation Métis people recognize a strong and measurable link between success of an individual and the level of education one receives. The MNA has established the Métis Education Foundation (MEF) to address the gaps that Métis students face with regard to inadequate financial support should they wish to pursue a post-secondary education. The MEF’s overall goal is to establish a trust which will provide several bursaries and scholarships to Métis students attending post-secondary institutions. For more information visit the MNAA website at www.albertametis.ca.Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards In 2001, the directors of Canative Housing, Dr. Herb Belcourt, Orval Belcourt and Georges Brosseau, QC established the Belcourt Brosseau Métis Awards Fund at the Edmonton Community Foundation. The Fund provides awards ranging from $1,000 to $7,000. The Diana Fowler LeBlanc Aboriginal Social Work Scholarship: c/o The National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation. This scholarship will provide funding to enable Aboriginal students from all provinces and territories, including First Nations, Inuit and Métis, to pursue a degree in social work at recognized Canadian educational institutions. It is intended primarily, but not exclusively, to encourage mature students who wish to obtain a Bachelor of Social Work, and who may already be doing valuable work in their own communities.Aboriginal Veterans Scholarship Trust: Under the management of the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation, interest from the trust will provide Aboriginal youth with the opportunity to pursue a university education in all areas related to economic development and self-government. The Foundation also intends to elicit both corporate and personal donations from across Canada to further build the trust.The National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation (NAAF) has established a fund to provide financial assistance for education and training initiatives in the performing, visual, crafted, media, literary and graphic arts. The NAAF also has scholaraships for business, science and general education.HEALTH CANADA selected NAAF to administer its health careers scholarship and bursary program that assists Canadian resident students of Aboriginal ancestry to pursue education opportunities leading to professional health careers.CASTS Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to post secondary students pursuing academic programs in the sciences, engineering, health-related fields, natural resources and math and science secondary education. Students must be of Canadian Aboriginal descent and enrolled in an accredited institution (not necessarily in Canada). Programs of study must be at least two years in duration. Funds for this scholarship are obtained from conference and fellowship revenues, as well as from corporate sources. Currently, there five $2000.00 scholarships available through a generous donation from DuPont Canada.Chief Crowfoot Professional Health Careers Scholarship: Administered for the Deb. C. Crowfoot Professional Corporation , this scholarship is made available to four students pursuing professional health careers (i.e. dentistry, medicine, nursing etc.).Canadian Society of Petroleum Geologists: This $1000.00 scholarship is awarded to one post secondary student enrolled in a geophysical or geological program at an accredited institution (not necessarily in Canada). The program of study must be at least two years in length and the student must have completed the first year of their studies.NAIT Aboriginal Student Club Adrian Hope Awards in Cree Language and Culture - University of Alberta Awarded annually to a student with outstanding academic achievement in Advanced Cree 352 and a student with outstanding academic achievement in Native Issues and Insights 210/211.Amount: Two awards of $500 each Billy Mills Award- University of Alberta To a graduate or senior undergraduate Aboriginal student in the preparation of a thesis or major paper.Amount: $500 Darcy Tailfeathers Memorial Award in Medicine - University of Alberta To a student of Aboriginal ancestry who has shown commitment to pursuing a career in medicine. Amount: $1,000 Eligibility: Aboriginal ancestry. Has completed at least one year of the M.D. program with satisfactory academic standing. Emphasis on leadership qualities and athletic ability. Tom Wegmann Award Chief Harvey Behn Bursary Harry A. and Francis Lepofsky Friedman Scholarship - University of Alberta Description: To an Aboriginal student entering the University of Alberta. Eligibility: Aboriginal ancestry. Superior academic achievement. Community involvement.Johnny Samson Prize in Native Studies - University of Alberta Offered annually to a student demonstrating superior achievement in two or more courses at the School of Native Studies. Amount: $750 Eligibility: Entering second, third or fourth year of an academic program. Superior academic achievement in at least two courses of the School for Native Studies. Financial need. Extra-curricular involvement. Ralph and Isabel Steinhauer Scholarship - University of Alberta Awarded to an Aboriginal student entering the University of Alberta. Amount: $500 and up to $1,900 Eligibility: Aboriginal student beginning studies in one of the following faculties: Agriculture and Forestry; Home Economics; Agricultural Engineering; Animal Science. Superior academic achievement. Financial need. Saddle Lake Steinhauer Entrance Scholarship - University of Alberta To a student entering the first year of any undergraduate program at the University of Alberta.Amount: $1,000 Eligibility: Superior academic achievement. Good record of community service with or among Aboriginal people. Preference will be given to Aboriginal students. Stan Daniels Award - University of Alberta Métis student attending the University of Alberta Amount: One award of $500 Eligibility: Métis student. Financial need. Good academic performance. Active participation in Métis community affairs and activities. Tkachenko Prize in Native Studies - University of Alberta For study of the Cree language.Amount: One award of $500 in each of two Cree language courses at the University of Alberta. Eligibility: Highest academic standing in Introductory Cree NS 152 and highest academic standing in Intermediate Cree NS252. John Baldwin Visual Communications Memorial Award - University of Alberta To reward an Aboriginal student enrolled in a Bachelors in Applied Arts and Design or in Design who has demonstrated originality in visual communications concepts. Amount: $200 Eligibility: Aboriginal ancestry. Canadian Western Bank Entrance Award Amount: $6,000 (payable over 3 years) Conditions: University of Alberta student of Canadian Aboriginal ancestry entering first year of Faculty of business. Based on academic merit and financial need. Canadian Western Bank Entrance / Transfer Award The Northern Alberta Development Council (NADC) also sponsors three bursary programs. The NADC Bursary is a return service bursary for Alberta students training for jobs in high demand in northern Alberta. About 125 bursaries worth $3,000 each are awarded annually, usually to students in their final two years of study. One of the conditions of the bursaries is the recipient must agree to live and work in northern Alberta for one year in return for each year of bursary support received. The deadline for the NADC Bursary is May 15th of each year. The Northern Student Supplement (NSS) is for northern Alberta students with high financial need. If you are applying for Financial Aid you may be eligible for a $500 to $1,500 bursary. Applications are available on the NADC website at www3.gov.ab.ca/nadc. Through the NADC Bursary Partnership program, employers have an opportunity to sponsor return service bursaries for students of their choice, in partnership with NADC. The bursaries are between $1,000 and $3,000. Bursary partners usually advertise their own bursaries and select recipients. Applications are available from the bursary sponsors. Check the NADC website for a list of sponsors. You may also wish to visit the Alberta Learning website at If you have any questions about Alberta’s Métis policies, you can contact my department by e-mail at aand.website@gov.ab.ca or through our information line at (780) 427-8407. Send letters in writing to Hon. Pearl Calahasen Speaking up, speaking out Wanted: Conscientious Aboriginal politicians By Terry Lusty With the exception of the northern territories, the presence of Aboriginal Members of Parliament are virtually non-existent. So, where were you on June 28? Did you cast your vote in the federal election that day? If not, do you fully understand that the politicians who won in their ridings are the very people who develop and implement policies, laws and programs that affect each and every one of us as Canadians in some manner or other. It is for this reason that all citizens of Canada should get out and exercise their right to vote. Further, Aboriginals should keep a record of which politicians promise what. Then, when it comes time to vote, do it wisely and with some knowledge of the issues and what the person you vote for says he/she will do if elected to parliament. Thus, if they do not meet those promises or do not help the Aboriginal cause, they can help rid the system of such inept politicians simply by not voting for them the next time around. However, moving right along . . . many of us recently went to the polls and cast our votes for the individuals we felt and/or thought would do the best job for us in those hallowed halls of parliament. What follows herein is an accounting of at least some of the Aboriginal politicians we at Métis Matters are familiar with. Here in Alberta, Cree Indian Joe Dion's late bid for the Westlock-St. Paul riding saw Conservative member Dave Chatters take the riding with a comfortable 25,443 votes. For Dion, it was simply too little, too late. Welcome to the real world Joe! Next door to Dion, the Athabasca riding went to Brian Jean, a Conservative, who racked up 17,633 votes. Liberal Doug Faulkner was second with 7,001 while Aboriginal candidate Robert Cree could only manage 3,049 votes in his bid to represent the NDP. To the south of the province, Chris Shade placed a distant second to runaway winner Ted Menzies of the Conservatives - 31,710 to 5,157. In Saskatchewan, Independent Rick Laliberte, the incumbent and running under the Independent banner, lost miserably in the Churchill River district where Conservative member Jeremy Harrison won easily 7,180 to 1,870. Liberal Al Ducharme placed second with 5,725. Over in Saskatoon, New Democrat Priscilla Settee's 5,661 votes was not nearly enough as she lost out to Conservative Maurice Vellacott's 14,820 and Liberal Chris Axworthy's 10,539. In the Yorkton-Melville riding, Ted Quewezance lost badly - 4,576 to 19,752 - to Conservative Garry Breitkreuz, while New Democrat Don Olson captured another 5,814. At press time, we were unable to determine which ridings in British Columbia had Aboriginal candidates running. Overall, the west was well represented by Conservatives who pulled in more seats than any other party from Manitoba to B.C. The Conservatives took a total of 68 seats while the Liberals only managed 14 and the NDP took nine. Across the entire nation, the June 28 election returned a minority Liberal government that won 135 seats while the hard-pressing Conservative machine grew to 99 seats, the Bloc Quebecois won 54, the NDP took 19 and the sole Independent elected was Chuck Cadman, a former Conservative Member of Parliament. Do you know that Canada is said to have well over 80 ridings that could be heavily influenced by the Aboriginal vote?? Wouldn't that be something if a number of those ridings did, in fact, vote in Aboriginal candidates? Maybe someday, but not likely in my lifetime. Ho-hum . . . think I'll just keep on dreamin'. Addendum: With a provincial election looming in Alberta, thank goodness Stan Woloshyn has opted to not run again. The long time Conservative politician has been a walking disaster who has done virtually nothing at all for Aboriginals or for seniors even though he held the portfolio of Minister Responsible for Seniors. With the ever increasing numbers of both Aboriginals and the elderly in this province's large urban centres such as Edmonton, it is extremely important that provincial Members of the Legislature having anything to do with Aboriginals or the elderly, be individuals who are genuinely committed to those they are supposed to serve and to also be assertive and productive in their own individual capacity. Métis Me
Us kids were always asked to go down in the cellar to get the potatoes, carrots and turnips for supper during the winter. Me, I was terrified to go down in the cellar because there were salamanders down there – lizards. Just when I thought I would get away without finding one, there would be those beady eyes looking at me. They usually appeared as I reached down to pick up the potatoes or the carrots. I knew they couldn’t hurt me but they looked so bad. The lizards were down there in the cellar and they were also living underneath the boards piled by our log barn. When I lifted up the boards, they were as wicked as ever and very moist. I tried to be brave and not admit how I hated those lizards otherwise I could never get my brothers to go down there neither. But finding a lizard was big news and we talked about them and probably dreamt about them, too. When I got to school I looked up pictures of lizards and found out they were salamanders and from then on I did call them salamanders but they were still lizards to me. Métis Matters Message from the Provincial Vice President By Trevor W. Gladue Hello Friends, it is my honor and privilege to welcome you to the 76th Annual General Assembly of the Métis Nation of Alberta. As we gather here in Wabasca, Alberta for this very special occasion, we can take the time to reflect on the contributions towards Nation building here in Alberta and throughout the country. As well, I say thank you to those Métis citizens who continue to make significant contributions to the well being of our province, our country and our Métis Nation. I wish to express my appreciation to you, the Métis citizens, for giving me the privilege and honor of serving you as your Provincial Vice President of the Métis Nation of Alberta. As well, I wish to thank you for your guidance, wisdom and support during my term as your leader. I believe that we can continue to move forward as a Nation with your support. As Abraham Lincoln once said, “ It is of the people, for the people and by the people”. We must remember that in addition to providing an opportunity to deliberate on the great issues of the day, the Annual Assembly is also a time to celebrate our rich heritage and way of life. So make sure to enjoy the breath taking views in Wabasca, and do a little jigging when you hear that fiddle playing! I wish each one of you a wonderful weekend, and a safe journey home! Métis Interest Charlie Bear By Dianna Lynn Dianna Lynn is a cancer survivor. She was inspired to write stories about Charlie Bear, an animated character, by the Art Healing Workshop, hosted by the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton, Alberta, in March of 2004. Many cultures use the "BEAR" as a symbol of strength and hope and Charlie was created as a healing tool to inspire and motive others for positive change. Charlie Bear begins a new journey each month. He has a new challenge in his personal life and he uses his wisdom, knowledge and surrounding environment to overcome his obstacles. In September 2004, Charlie Bear will be on display at the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton providing inspiration for the cancer patients and families. September also marks Dianna's two year anniversary of being cancer free. Charlie was tired and his body ached as he struggled to reach the peak of the mountain. Exhausted, he stopped to rest and thought back to when his life seemed so much simpler. Not long ago, his life had purpose, he had been admired for his strength, energy and determination. Now his body showed the scars of his battles, he was thinner, and felt much older. This climb was personal, it would determine his ability to exist, his survival depended on reaching the top. Charlie Bear looked up and sighed. He had come farther than he realized. He had come farther than he thought possible. A gentle warmth filled Charlie. He knew he didn't have to rush or push himself further. Instead he would take his time. His journey would teach him how to live and be grateful for the simple things. CHARLIE BEAR: New Beginnings The sights, sounds, and smells triggered his past feelings, thoughts and memories. Instinctively, he knew he was right where he needed to be. The desired change and opportunities he was looking for would come naturally, with ease and in a variety of ways. The new life unfolding before him was good. It rekindled a belief he'd thought he'd lost. "Life is meant to be enjoyed," he hollered. He was determined to ease up on himself, to let go and stop trying so hard. His job wasn't to control things, in fact, everything was already looked after. Charlie leisurely walked ahead, chin up, knowing the winds would guide him in the right direction. The way he was and the way he did things was good enough for today. TNT Promo Products For more information call 780-460-7589. Aboriginal Foster families are needed to provide tempoary care to Aboriginal children. email: ed1@metischild.com Museum programs consist of a museum tour, a St. Bernard’s Roman Catholic Mission Church (National Historic Site) tour and a craft – fish scale art, miniature tipi-making or pouch-making. Village programs vary according to age groups but activities usually offered are: bannock & tea, the fur trade activity, a village tent & tipi tour, dress-up and role-play, and hand-games. The program delivered, as well as being geared to the Northern Lakes College’ education and culture strategy, is tailored to be adapted to the new Alberta Learning Social Studies curriculum. There is a large demand for the programming and there is a waiting list for the 2005 Village and Museum field trip programs. Feedback, via evaluation forms, has been extremely positive. All ratings, on a scale of 1 to 5, have been 5 – with such comments from teachers as " It was the best field trip we have ever attended!" Coordinators and staff are already looking forward to another successful year in 2005 with a larger variety of activities and programs for junior high school students. 780-495-2149 MNA's website redesigned I Am Hurt
Stephan F. Pertschy, MBA Share a Prayer Donna Mundorf, one of the founding members of the Hivernant Cultural Society, lost her husband Pee Wee Mundorf on July 3 at the Three Hills Hospital after a long illness. Pee Wee and Donna had been married for over 50 years. Pee Wee was known as a rancher, a trapper, a hunter and a poet. Pee Wee had a great sense of humor! One of his introductionary remarks to me upon meeting him and Donna was that he was still fighting the Indian war, having been married to one for over 50 years. We will miss Pee Wee! Our condolences to Donna and the Mundorf Family. From Richard Lucier and family, Big Valley, Alberta
Thank you to all you wonderful, beautiful people for the support and prayers for Homer Poitras. Prayer is powerful and the cancer he has is curable. May God Bless. Forever grateful: Liz, Homer & Corbin Poitras
Congratulations and Thank You's 1st Place (2003 Mustang): Terry Gardner, Edson, AB Thank you to all the people who supported the raffle and who sold tickets! Congratulations to the Métis Moccasin Dancers for their performance at the Strathcona County's Canada Day celebration in Sherwood Park, Alberta. The Métis dance group entertained at the Buffalo Spirit Aboriginal Tourism Alliance display with two terrific sets, dancing up a storm of dust to the rousing music. Thanks to Anna and Jenny for their dedication to the preservation of Métis dance. Way to go! From Eagle Spirit Cultural Programs Inc. and Elk Island Retreat Ltd. Congratulations to Shirra Letendre, a grade six student at Rich Valley School, who received the female Athlete of the year award! Shirra has also received perfect attendance awards from kindergarten to grade six. Now that is commitment to her education! We are very proud of her and as you can see, she is very proud of her Métis heritage. Love grandma (Carol Letendre) and family
Happy Birthday! Happy Birthday to my son, Jaryd Fraser who turned 6 on July 17! Love Mom, Dad and Baby Brother Braydin. Happy 101st Birthday to Mrs. Mary Benoit on August 27! Happy Birthday to Gary Gagnon on August 28! Happy Birthday going out to my husband, friend, and confidant, Maurice Dumont, on August 3. I love you! Love Jennifer and your children! Happy Birthday to Myrna Schultz who is forever "29"! Love your sister Shawna and Godchild Trylan! Happy Birthday to Garrett Serniak on August 17th! Love Grandma Serniak, and all your Aunts and Cousins! Métis Cultural Corner
Source: Metis Resource Centre, Audreen Hourie, Cultural and Historical Researcher Métis Cultural Corner
Joke of the Month Oil Shortage, An Explanation ... Finally!! There are a lot of folks who can't understand how we came to have an oil shortage here in Canada. Well, there's a very simple answer...... Nobody bothered to check the oil. We just didn't know we were getting low. The reason for that is purely geographical. All the oil is in Alberta. All the dipsticks are in Ottawa. Recipe Saskatoon Berry Upside-Down Cake
2 cups saskatoons or blueberries 2 tsp baking powder 1/2 cup sugar 1 cup water 2 tbsp sugar 1/2 cup honey 1 1/2 cups unbleached flour 2 eggs pinch of salt 6 tbsp butter, melted 1 tsp vanilla
Combine berries and 1/2 cop of sugar over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes until juicy. Pour into greased 8 inch square cake pan. Combine remaining 2 tbsp sugar, flour, salt and baking powder. Whisk together water, honey, eggs, melted butter and vanilla to combine. Add wet ingredients to dry and stir just to combine. Pour batter over berries in pan. Bake at 350 F for 30 to 40 minutes, until a cake tester inserted in centre of cake comes out clean. Cool slightly before cutting into squares.
To receive the newsletter via email or a hard copy or to send submissions of interest to the Métis community, simply email info@metismatters.com . The deadline for the May issue is Monday, August 16, 2004. Please forward to others who may be interested in keeping updated on our community. The Métis Matters newsletter accepts donations to assist in the cost of monthly publishing. Donations can be sent to: Cheques can be made payable to the Métis Matters Foundation of Alberta. For more information call 780-975-2084. Thank you for your continued support! Long Live the Métis Nation! Sincerely, Trevor and Felice Gladue Disclaimer: Any information in the Métis Matters Newsletter is not intended to cause harm to anyone or any organization. The views expressed in this newsletter are those of its contributors and is intended to provide a tool of communication between people, and does not necessarily reflect the opinions of any Métis local, region, provincial organization or its affiliates.
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