Indigenous Peoples of Alberta

The Canadian Encyclopedia provides a timeline of the life of Métis leader Louis Riel. Scroll to the right or use your mouse's trackball to find events and related resources.

Often referred to as the Father of Manitoba, Louis Riel, the leader of the Métis people of the Canadian Prairies, sought to preserve Métis rights and culture during a turbulent time in Canadian history.

This video is about the Métis leader, Louis Riel, as he reflects upon his struggle for his people in the moments before his execution in November, 1885.

This site from the Government of Manitoba describes the history of Louis Riel Day. Review the links on the left side to find biographical information about Louis Riel and learn about key events in his life.

Host Melissa Ridgen and her guests dig deep into the discussion about what makes the Métis, Métis.

This cookbook is available for free download and is filled with great tasting and healthy recipes.

Brianna a Métis fiddler, shares her knowledge on the history behind the Métis fiddle and its importance to Métis culture and traditions.

This site documents the history of Métis people in Western Canada generally and specifically in Alberta.

Do you enjoy dancing? Have you tried the Red River Jig? Learn more about the Red River Jig, and how to dance from Brigid an Interpreter from Métis Crossing accompanied by Fiddler Brianna!

This Council represents the Métis Nation nationally and internationally.

This organization is the representative voice on behalf of Métis people in Alberta.

A video that discusses the Métis sash which is worn by Métis people. What is it used for? Why do they wear it?

Rupertsland Centre for Teaching and Learning develops comprehensive foundational knowledge resources, engaging lesson plans, meaningful professional development opportunities and authentic classroom learning tools that speak accurately and meaningfully to topics in Métis education.

Browse Michif words or phrases in this online dictionary. Click on the speaker icon to hear the word spoken aloud.

This video explains who the Métis people are. It was produced by the Métis Nation of Alberta and Rupertsland Institute.