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Join the Métis Nation of Alberta’s Youth Programs and Services team as we come together from our social isolation to host “Keeping it Riel”. Tune in every Métis Monday as we interview prominent Métis community members, youth, knowledge keepers, academics, artists, and more!

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    Keeping it Riel Season 4 Episode 2: Hanna Paul

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 39:36


    Join us for a new episode of the Keeping it Riel Podcast! Today we are joined by Hanna Paul, who is an Indigenous Research Facilitator at the UBCO! 

    Keeping it Riel Season 4 Episode 1: Rebecca Lavallee

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 48:12


    Join us in beginning a brand new season of the Keeping it Riel Podcast! We are incredibly excited to kick off a new season, sharing stories with fantastic guests from across the Homeland. On our first episode we are joined by Rebecca Lavallee, the Youth Representative on the Citizens' Council. Check out our conversation on advice for Métis Youth including how to get involved with politics, unique perspectives of Métis Youth and the importance of the Youth having a voice and being current leaders. 

    Keeping it Riel Season 3: Manager- Indigenous Health, French Health, and Diversity at Alberta Health Services, Shannon Dunfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 36:05


    Join us on this episode of the Keeping it Riel Podcast with the MNA Youth Team as we are joined by Manager- Indigenous Health, French Health, and Diversity at Alberta Health Services, Shannon Dunfield!

    Keeping it Riel Season 3: Member of Parliament, Blake Desjarlais

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2022 53:51


    Join us for this incredible episode of the Keeping it Riel Podcast with the MNA Youth Team as we are joined by MP for Edmonton Griesbach, Blake Desjarlais!

    Keeping it Riel Season 3: Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator Wyatt Telford and Youth Programming Assistant Cara Paul

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2022 43:08


    Tune back in to season 3 of the Keeping it Riel Podcast as we are joined by Intergovernmental Relations Coordinator Wyatt Telford and Youth Programming Assistant Cara Paul!

    Keeping it Riel Season 3: Actor and Producer, Tanis Parenteau

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2022 39:01


    Join us for episode 2, season 3 of the Keeping it Riel Podcast with the MNA Youth Team! We are pleased to be joined by Actor and Producer, Tanis Parenteau! 

    Keeping it Riel Season 3: Indigenous Tour Guide, Joe Urie

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2022 48:47


    Let's kick off season 3 of the Keeping it Riel Podcast with Indigenous Tour Guide Joe Urie! Follow Joe on social media @jasepertourcompany We'll see you out at arenas across Edmonton this weekend for the 2022 Native Provincials! Check out the schedule on our website albertametis.com

    Métis Provisional Youth Council Region 4 Representative: Hannah Nash

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 33:09


    Tune in for the final episode of season 2 as we are joined by Provisional Youth Council Region 4 representative Hannah Nash!Listen along as we have a passionate conversation about the future of Métis youth, the provisional youth council, goals and aspirations for the Métis nation and Hannah's advice for students entering post-secondary and the importance of an Indigenous voice in the education system. You won't want to miss this episode!Thank you all for supporting us this season and we look forward to bringing you more impactful conversations with Metis people from across the Homeland this fall. 

    Métis Artist, Filmmaker and Indigenous People's Interpreter - Amber Paquette

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 34:12


    Today we are joined by Amber Paquette, a Métis artist, filmmaker and Indigenous People's interpreter born in Edmonton, AB. Her life's passion has been inspired by her rich history and culture of her family.  Join us for a conversation on Métis involvement in the fur trade and Fort Edmonton, her career, family and the newly opened Indigenous People's Experience at Fort Edmonton! 

    Stories of Métis Woman: Tales My Kookum Told Me - Bailey Oster and Marilyn Lizee

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2021 40:49


    Join us for this  week's Keeping it Riel episode with consultant for the Métis Nation of Alberta, Marilyn Lizee and the youngest-ever Vice President of New Dawn, Bailey Oster to talk about their upcoming book (Stories of Métis Woman: Tales My Kookum Told Me)

    Terez Goulet Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2021 39:27


    Join us today as we interview Métis 2SLGBTQIA+ singer, song-writer and producer Terez Goulet

    Colten Bear Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 33:32


     | Today we are joined by Métis Musician Colten Bear

    Vaccine Talks with Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Reagan Bartel and Keith King

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2021 50:29


    As COVID - 19 vaccines open up to individuals aged 12 and over, we wanted to chat with some knowledge holders on the topic! Join our conversation with the Director of Health for the Métis Nation of Alberta, Reagan Bartel, Métis Registered Nurse, Keith King, and the Chief Medical Officer for Alberta, Dr. Deena Hinshaw. These guests help us gain a better understanding of the vaccine, how it benefits our Métis community, and up and coming Métis led vaccine clinics!

    Métis Mental Health Advocate - Danielle Murray

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 50:45


    Our chat with Métis yoga instructor Danielle Murray focus on a conversation surrounding mental wellness. Danielle shares her mental health journey, tips to help motivate yourself to move your body, and provides advice to those looking to start their journey. Danielle Social Media:@daniellemurrayyogawww.daniellemurrayyoga.comdaniellemurrayyoga@hotmail.com

    Métis Knowledge Holder - John Ritchie

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 39:09


    This Métis Monday we chat with Hideaway Adventure Ground's owner and operator, John Ritchie. John chats with us about his experience growing up in urban centers and ways in which he stayed connected to the land, he shares his journey to owning his own tourism company today, and inspires us with his words of wisdom and encouragement!Hideaway Adventure Grounds - https://www.hideawayadventuregrounds.ca/

    Métis Filmmaker - Matt LeMay

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 39:43


    Join our chat this Métis Monday with Matt LeMay. He is a a bestselling, multiple award-winning Métis filmmaker, who owns and operates LeMay Media. Matt chats with us about his path to becoming a well established videographer,  his experience with telling Indigenous stories through film, and his advice to Métis youth.Check out his work here -  https://www.lemaymedia.net/

    Métis Podcaster / Academic - Molly Swain

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 49:49


    This week we chat with Métis podcaster and academic, Molly Swain!  Molly is the co-host of Métis in Space, a podcast that discusses science fiction films. Swain is an academic who has implored a deep study on Métis leader, James Brady, and is currently working on her Ph.D within the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta. We chat all things podcast, dive into Brady's life, and Molly shares advice for our youth!Métis in Space - http://www.metisinspace.com/One and a Half Men - http://www.metismuseum.ca/browse/index.php?id=1017

    Métis NHL Player - Sheldon Souray

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 36:18


    Welcome back to season 2 of Keeping it Riel! To kick off the new season we have an interview with retired NHL star, Sheldon Souray. Sheldon was raised in Fishing Lake Alberta Métis Settlement and played 13 seasons in the NHL. Listen in to hear Sheldon talk about his childhood, his journey towards his dream of playing in the NHL, and his advice to Métis athletes! 

    Life of Louis Riel w/ Matt Hiltermann

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 47:00


    A special podcast episode in honor of Louis Riel Day and Métis Week 2020. Matt Hiltermann is an impressive sash-maker and knowledgeable history buff!  Tune in hear Matt recall the life of Louis Riel. Matt debunks myths, highlights key moments of Riel's life, and brings attention to the importance of honoring him as a Métis leader and hero.  

    Métis Lawyers - Jean Teillet & Jason Madden

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 97:48


    Two inspiring Métis lawyers join us this week. Tune in to get to know them on a more personal level, learning about their experience being Métis and working within the Canadian Judicial System. Jason and Jean also provide knowledge and insight into historical and contemporary battles for Métis rights and recognition. Lastly, they leave us off on an inspirational note - encouraging Métis youth to make a difference in the future of our nation!Pape Salter Teillet LLP: https://pstlaw.ca/

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    Métis Artist - David Garneau

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 50:09


    David is a man of many talents! He loves everything visual arts, including painting, drawing, making videos, and performance art pieces. David is also a critical arts writer, editor, and curator. Additionally, he teaches at the University of Regina and runs a youth program!Join our conversation to learn about David's current projects – including his large scale 400 piece project being put on Edmonton's Tawatinâ LRT bridge! We chat about how his culture influences his work, the importance of art in addressing systemic issues of racism, and the program he runs with Indigenous youth.

    Métis Elder - Dianne Ludwig

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 41:29


    Join us this week as we hear from Region 1 Elder, Dianne Ludwig. Dianne recalls stories of how she lived on the trapline before she was required to go to school, the importance and passion she feels regarding Métis education for our youth, and shares some classic Kookum Tales! In this episode we also briefly discuss the importance of Orange Shirt Day. More resources: -https://www.orangeshirtday.org/resources--supplies.html (Webpage)-https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/orange-shirt-day-every-child-matters-why-wearing-orange/id978029209?i=1000376043055 (Podcast)-https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/special-the-orange-shirt-episode/id1461722951?i=1000451391030 (Podcast)-https://youtu.be/VFgNI1lfe0A (Video)-http://www.p9ortageandmainpress.com/blog/2020/09/16/orangeshirtday-residentialschools-classrooms/ (Webpage)

    Métis Archaeology - Kisha Supernant

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 42:15


    Happy Métis Monday! This episode features Métis archaeologist, Kisha Supernaut. Join our conversation where we learn about the practice of archaeology, how Kisha uses Indigenous understandings of the world to inform her work, and the significance her work has on contemporary Métis issues.Kisha's Email -- kisha.supernant@ualberta.caKisha's Twitter -- @archaeomapper & @UofA_IPIA

    Métis Beadwork & Métis Crossing - Krista Leddy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 47:53


    This week we chat with a Métis Crossing employee, Krista Leddy. Krista is a Métis artisan, passionate advocate for Métis pride and the Experience Project Coordinator out at Métis Crossing. We chat about Krista's experience growing up Métis, all things beading, and the big thinks coming out to Métis Crossing! Check out Krista's beadwork on her Instagram, @ beadedchickadee !

    Métis in Healthcare - Keith King

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2020 42:48


    Join our conversation this week with Métis healthcare worker, Keith King! Keith is a Registered Nurse, PhD student, and a teaching professor at the University of Alberta Faculty of Nursing. We chat about his experience reconnecting with his Métis culture, his journey in health care, and the unique experience he finds being a Métis nurse.keith.king@ualberta.ca

    Métis Youth Stories - Sam & Mackenzie, Ft. Madison Tipler!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2020 25:42


    This week's #MétisMonday features Métis youth Sam and Mackenzie! They are two  youth that we met through our summer culture camps. We talk to Sam and Mackenzie about their favourite camp memories, how our Métis youth programs have impacted them and their advice for other youth who want to get involved! This episode also features a conversation with the Director of Youth Programs and Services, Madison Tipler! Tune in to hear Madison talk about her goals for the future of our department, the importance of including youth voices on our platform, and her favorite camp memories.

    Métis Educator - Megan Tipler

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2020 41:01


    Tune in this week to join our conversation with Métis educator and artist, Megan Tipler! Megan speaks about her experience teaching in a Métis community, the importance of representation in education, the need to decolonize our classrooms, and how she connects with people through her art on social media.Megan's Instagram: @TiplerTeaches

    Métis Veterinarians- Savannah Howse & Dayle Oster

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2020 50:43


    This week's episode features two inspiring Métis veterinarians! Dayle and Savannah chat about their experience in veterinarian school, their suggestions to better address the needs of Indigneous peoples in their practice, and encourage our youth to work hard and chase their dreams!Canadian Animal Task Force: https://cataskforce.org/

    Métis Self-Government - Zachary Davis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2020 46:40


    Listen in as we chat with an Indigenous Rights Lawyer, Zachary Davis. Zach is the Métis Nation of Alberta's legal counsel who was involved with our fight for self-government. We discuss how the MNA's Self Government Agreement is informed by historical practices of governance, the nature of the agreement, and what it means for the future of Métis  peoples in Alberta.More information on self government: http://albertametis.com/governance/self-government/

    Métis in the Entertainment Field - Charlie Kerr

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 61:02


    Join Emily & Bailey as they chat with Métis actor, musician and writer, Charlie Kerr of Hotel Mira. Tune in to hear him speak about his experience as an Indigenous person in the entertainment industry, his mental health journey, and his advice to Métis youth. Disclaimer: This episode is a bit longer than usual as Charlie plays us 3 songs from his new album!

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    Métis Harvesting - Craig Letendre

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2020 29:21


    Join Emily and Bailey as they chat with harvesting expert, Craig Letendre! Get inspired to learn the traditional way of life from his childhood memories. Craig answers all things harvesting from the basics of how to apply for your harvesting rights to the detailed nature of the Métis Nation of Alberta's and Government of Alberta harvesting agreement. He's got all the harvesting information citizens need to know!Additional details can be found at: http://albertametis.com/harvestingEmails:  harvesting@metis.org      &     cletendre@metis.org

    Métis Elder - Doreen Bergum

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 31:43


    Get to know your Métis Nation of Alberta Region 3 Elder, Doreen Bergum! Doreen recalls childhood stories of her life as a road allowance Métis, speaks to her experience living during a time where it was illegal to practice our culture, and provides advice and insight to Métis youth.

    Métis in Academia - Paul Gareau

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 49:10


    Dr. Paul Gareau is Métis and an assistant professor in the Faculty of Native Studies at the University of Alberta. His research and teaching centres on theory and methodology around religion and relationality, gender, Indigenous epistemologies, land and place, and sovereignty/peoplehood. Join us as we chat about his academic journey, his research on religion and relationality, and the importance of Métis scholars. MOOC - Massive Open Online Course - https://www.ualberta.ca/admissions-programs/online-courses/indigenous-canada/index.html

    Métis Author - Katherena Vermette - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 30:35


    Join Emily, Bailey and Erin with the MNA Youth Team as they interview prominent Métis  author Katherena Vermette. They discuss the inspiration behind her work, her experience as an Indigneous author, and get to know the kind hearted woman behind her successful books. Part 2/2.

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    Métis Author - Katherena Vermette - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 35:22


    Join Emily, Bailey and Erin with the MNA Youth Team as they interview prominent Métis  author Katherena Vermette. They discuss the inspiration behind her work, her experience as an Indigneous author, and get to know the kind hearted woman behind her successful books. Part 1/2. 

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    New Dawn's Society & Métis Stories - Marilyn Lizee

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2020 34:16


    This week's Metis Monday interview features inspiring Metis leader, Marilyn Lizee. Marilyn is President of the New Dawn Women's Society and a strong advocate for Metis women across Alberta. Tune in to hear some of her fun childhood stories from growing up on Elizabeth Settlement, the history of New Dawn Women's Society, and her hope for getting youth involved in governance within the Metis Nation of Alberta and New Dawn. 

    Métis Youth Governance - Mitch, Brett & Cassidy

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2020 42:40


    Join us as we discuss Metis governance across the homeland from a youth perspective! We talk to youth leaders Mitch Case (MNO), Cassidy Caron (MNBC), and Brett Chernow (MNA) about the importance of youth involvement in Metis Nation governance, the future of Metis youth in politics, and ways to get involved! 

    Métis Youth Leader & Musician - Brianna Lizotte

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2020 31:53


    Join us to chat with Brianna about how she got involved playing the fiddle and why she sticks with it!

    Intro Episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2020 1:17


    Listen in for a quick glimpse of what is yet to come! This short segment covers who we are, why we started a podcast, and how and when you can tune in.

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