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An Absolutely Uncritical Look at What Has Been Written About the Métis.
Speech given at the1885 and After Conference held in Saskatoon in 1985 looks at historical ideologies regarding Métis culture in a contemporary context.
Actor Donald Sutherland Featured in Five-Hour 'Riel Commission' - Press release. - 16 April 1985.
Aime Joseph Dumont Interview
Aldina Marie Stangby Interview
Alex Ouellette Interview
Alfred Durocher #1
Alfred Durocher #2
Aspects of Canadian Metis History
[Association Interprovinciale Watching Over Our Schools]
Letter sent to the Deputy Minister of Indian Affairs protesting the fact that French is not being taught at the Duck Lake Indian School. States that this is contrary the Act of Union signed in 1840. Translated from the French.
The Attitude of the Roman Catholic Clergy Towards the Rebellions in 1870 and 1885
The Battle of Seven Oaks: The Debate over Métis Independence
Examines the influence of the Battle of Seven Oaks on the creation of Métis nationhood.
Battleford Beleaguered.
Battleford Beleaguered: 1885: The Story of the Riel Uprising from the Columns of the Saskatchewan Herald
The Buffalo Hunt
Changing Times
Overview of Métis history from the 1840s to 1875. Discusses the collapse of the buffalo hunting economy, the establishment of the community of St. Laurent, passing of laws to establish order, and the arrival of the North West Mounted Police.
Includes questions for students.
Comite / Riel-Ritchot de Saint-Norbert.
Conflicting Plans
2nd edition.
Contrasting Worlds
Overview of Métis history from the 1600s to the early 1870s when many Métis migrated from Manitoba to Saskatchewan. Includes questions for students.
2nd edition.
Copy of the Document Sent to French Representatives by French People, Red River Settlement, 29 November 1869
Letter signed by 95 people states opposition to Louis Riel's proposal for establishment of a provisional government.
The Crutwell AMNSIS Local #66 recieve Ball Diamond Funds
Delima F. Parenteau Interview
Elie Dumont Interview
Emergence and Evolution of the Métis Nation
Chronicles the Métis people's struggles for recognition, land and self-government.
Ending an Era
Felix Ovide Boyer Interview
Firing of Canons and Rifles at Louis Riel Day
The French-Canadian Press and 1885
Gabriel Dumont
Gabriel Dumont: Métis Legend
Brief video discusses the life of the Metis leader and his role in the 1885 Resistance. Duration: 7:25.
Related Material: Transcript; Teacher's Guide.
Gee Meeyo Pimawtshinawn (It Was a Good Life): Saskatchewan Métis Road Allowance Memories: A Living Heritage Project
George Pritchard Interview #2
Harry Tremayne Interview
Helen Adelaide Ouellette Interview
History of Métis Lands in Alberta
Indigenous Settlers: Your Métis Genealogy Online
Irene Dimick #2 Interview
Jean Baptiste Racette Interview
Jean (John) Paul Ouellette Interview
John George Gardiner Interview
Land Claims [Part One]
The Last Battle of Seven Oaks Puppet Play
For use with article Last Battle of Seven Oaks, written by Heather Wright and illustrated by Celia Krampien found on p. 30 of the special issue "How Furs Built Canada" of Kayak: Canada’s History Magazine for Kids. Suitable for Grades 2-6.