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The Abandoned Ones: Non-Status Indians and Political Organizing

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
David R. Newhouse. Yale D. Belanger
Pamela Ouart
Aboriginal Policy Studies, vol. 3, no. 3, Special Issue - Non-Status Indians, 2014, pp. 4-26
Looks at contemporary issues facing Non-Status Indians and Non-Status Indian organizations.
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Aboriginal Veterans' Benefits

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Fred R. Fenwick
LawNow, vol. 27, no. 2, October-November 2002, pp. 36-(?)

Explains the reasons why the Saskatchewan Indian Veterans Association (currently known as the Saskatchewan First Nations Veterans' Association), the Métis National Council, and other Aboriginal groups are suing the federal government for unfulfilled veterans' benefits.

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Any Important Form: Louis Riel in Sculpture

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Frances W. Kaye
Prairie Forum, vol. 22, no. 1, Spring, 1997, pp. 103-133
Comments on two controversial 1967 sculptures of Louis Riel and the criticisms by various Métis organizations.
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"By a Union of Effort We Effect a Great Deal:" The English-Speaking Métis and the Anglican Mission at St. Andrew's Parish, Red River

Alternate Title
"By a Union of Effort We Effect a Great Deal:" The English-Speaking Metis and the Anglican Mission at St. Andrew's Parish, Red River
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Robert Coutts
Eccectica, vol. 2003, no. 2, Métis Issue, August 2003
Author provides some information and history about the Anglophone Métis community in the areas in and around what is now Winnipeg, Manitoba.
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Communing with the Dead The “New Métis,” Métis Identity Appropriation, and the Displacement of Living Métis Culture

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Adam Gaudry
American Indian Quarterly, vol. 42, no. 2, Spring, 2018, pp. 162-190
Discusses the growing trend for self-identifying as Métis, particularly in Eastern Canada, based genealogical records rather than cultural ties to long-established communities located in Western Canada.
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Congress of Aboriginal Peoples

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Author/Creator
Congress of Aboriginal Peoples
Organization deals with issues of concern to off-reserve Status, Non-Status Indians and Métis people. Includes links to programs, resources, and media room.
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COVID-19 in Manitoba: Public Policy Responses to the First Wave

Alternate Title
COVID-19 Policies Increase the Inequity in Northern Manitoba’s Indigenous Communities
Leading in a Time of Crisis: The Manitoba Métis Federation’s COVID-19 Response Plan
Protecting Our People: Indigenous Sovereignty and Resilience in Manitoba during the Era of COVID-19
E-Books
Author/Creator
Josée G. Lavoie
Wayne Clark
Razvan G. Romanescu

Wanda Phillips-Beck
Leona Star … [et al.]
For Indigenous content see chapters 10, 11, and 12.
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CUMFI Quietly Became a Force in the Community

Alternate Title
Central Urban Métis Federation Incorporated Quietly Became a Force in the Community
Articles » General
Author/Creator
John Lagimodiere
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 5, May 2008, p. 14
Looks at the many worthwhile services and programs offered by the Central Urban Métis Federation Incorporated including providing safe affordable housing. Article located by scrolling to page 14.
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Doucette Is the Man ... Finally

Articles » General
Author/Creator
David Shield
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 7, July 2007, p. 1,7
Looks at the new Métis Nation-Saskatchewan president, Robert Doucette, and the work that lies ahead to restore federal and provincial government funding to the organization. Article located on page 1 and by scrolling to page 7.
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Environmental Scan of Métis Health Information, Initiatives and Programs

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
James Lamouche
Examines the historical, political, and social issues that affect the health outcomes of Métis; looks at Métis organizations directly involved in the areas of health policy, programs, or services; and discusses federal and provincial initiatives that deal with the health issues of Métis.
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Executive Summary, January, 1992

Documents & Presentations
Author/Creator
Paul Chartand
Métis National Council
A draft discussion paper prepared for the Métis National Council on an enumeration and registry policy for the Métis.
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An Exploration of Cultural Activities of Métis in Canada

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Mohan B. Kumar
Teresa Janz
Canadian Social Trends, no. 89, Summer, 2010, pp. 63-69
Data collected from 2006 Aboriginal Peoples Survey (15 or older).Looks at participation in traditional activities, events, Métis specific organizations, spiritual practices, and language acquisition.
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Foundational Document: Canada-Métis Nation Accord

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Canada
Métis National Council
Aboriginal Policy Studies, vol. 7, no. 2, January 31, 2019, pp. 102-110
A Copy of the Canada-Métis Nation Accord, 2017, the signing of which makes official a Nation-to-Nation relationship between Canada and the Métis Nation.
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Fragmentation and Realignment: The Continuing Cycle of Métis and Non-Status Indian Political Organizations in Canada

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Joe Sawchuk
Native Studies Review, vol. 10, no. 2, 1995, pp. 77-95
Outlines four major change agents operating on Aboriginal political organizations on the prairies: external politics; internal politics; negotiation of ethno-Aboriginal identities; perceived effectiveness of the organizations.
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From the "Other Native" to the "Other Métis"

Articles » Scholarly, peer reviewed
Author/Creator
Annette Chretien
The Canadian Journal of Native Studies, vol. 28, no. 1, 2008, pp. 89-118
Examines the socio-political development of Ontario Métis through an analysis of four major political organizations: Ontario Métis and Aboriginal Association (OMAA), Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), Canadian Métis Council (CMC) and the Métis Women's Circle.
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Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research

Alternate Title
Gabriel Dumont Institute of Métis Studies and Applied Research
GDI
Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Gabriel Dumont Institute

Site provides information about GDI its programs, services and resources and affiliated institutes including Dumont College, and Saskatchewan Urban Native Teacher Education Program, includes Library search access.

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Indian Record (Vol. XXIII, No. 4, April 1960)

Documents & Presentations
"National publication for the Indians of Canada". Focus on Indigenous issues, events at residential schools and legal decisions. Previously published as Indian Missionary Record. Articles reflect the attitudes and polices of the time.
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Indian Record (Vol. XXIV, No. 2, February, 1961)

Documents & Presentations
"National publication for the Indians of Canada". Focus on Indigenous issues, events at residential schools and legal decisions. Previously published as Indian Missionary Record. Articles reflect the attitudes and polices of the time.
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Indian Record (Vol. XXIX, No. 3, March, 1966)

Documents & Presentations
"National publication for the Indians of Canada". Focus on Indigenous issues, events at residential schools and legal decisions. Previously published as Indian Missionary Record. Articles reflect the attitudes and policies of the time.
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Indian Record (Vol. XXIX, No. 8, October, 1966)

Documents & Presentations
"National publication for the Indians of Canada." Focus on Indigenous issues, events at residential schools and legal decisions. Previously published as Indian Missionary Record . Articles reflect the attitudes and policies of the time.
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Indian Record (Vol. XXX, No. 2, February, 1967)

Documents & Presentations
"National publication for the Indians of Canada." Focus on Indigenous issues, events at residential schools and legal decisions. Previously published as Indian Missionary Record . Articles reflect the attitudes and policies of the time.
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Indian Record (Vol. XXX, No. 9, November, 1967)

Documents & Presentations
"National publication for the Indians of Canada." Focus on Indigenous issues, events at residential schools and legal decisions. Previously published as Indian Missionary Record . Articles reflect the attitudes and policies of the time.
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Introduction to Document Six: The CCF and the Saskatchewan Métis Society

Alternate Title
[Document Six]: Conference of the Métis of Saskatchewan-Proceedings
Archival » Archival Items
Author/Creator
F. Laurie Barron
T.C. Douglas
Native Studies Review, vol. 10, no. 1, pp. 89-106

Introduction and document concerning a conference of Métis people to address deplorable conditions found in most Native communities.

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Joseph, Doucette Set High Standards For 2008

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Warren Goulding
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 1, January 2008, p. 14
Comments on the common goals of the Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations Chief and the president of the Métis Nation, Saskatchewan president. Article found by scrolling to page 14.
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Louis Riel’s Petition of Rights, 1884

Articles » General
Author/Creator
William Henry Jackson
Louis Riel
[William Pearce
Nicholas Davin Flood]
Saskatchewan History, vol. 23, no. 1, Winter, 1970, pp. [16]-26

A copy of the petition composed on behalf of the Inhabitants District of Lorne (which included the town of Prince Albert, and the Métis settlements St. Laurent and Batoche) in December of 1884 and delivered to Ottawa. Also included is letter from Nicholas Davin Flood, and an internal memorandum of the Department of the Interior by William Pearce. Entire issue on one PDF file, scroll to page 16.

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Manitoba Metis Federation

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Includes links to media releases, community events, educational training, and employment opportunities.
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Manitoba Metis Join Prairie Coalition to Pursue Land Rights

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Joan Taillon
Windspeaker, vol. 19, no. 10, February 2002, p. 8,15

Manitoba Métis President David Chartrand awaits a Court of Queen's Bench decision that will include issues related to scrip, Métis land and harvesting rights.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.8.

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Métis at a Disadvantage in Manitoba Land Case

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Paul L. A. H. Chartrand
Eagle Feather News, vol. 11, no. 4, April 2008, p. 7
Briefly discusses the Manitoba Métis Federations' loss in the Manitoba Métis Lands Case. Article located by scrolling to page 7.
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Métis Elections Back on Track

Articles » General
Author/Creator
David Shield
Eagle Feather News, vol. 10, no. 4, April 2007, p. 20
Discusses the process involved in organizing the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan election. Article located by scrolling to page 20.
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Métis Group Joins Save the Fraser Declaration Against Pipeline

Articles » General
Author/Creator
David P. Ball
Windspeaker, vol. 30, no. 11, February 2013, p. 8,16

Comments on Métis and First Nations people joining together to oppose a pipeline project in British Columbia.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.8.

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Métis in Canada: History, Identity, Law and Politics

Book Reviews
Author/Creator
Jennifer Hayter
BC Studies, no. 184, Winter, 2014/2015, pp. 141-142
Book review of Métis in Canada edited by Christopher Adams, Gregg Dahl, and Ian Peach. Entire book review section on one PDF. To access this review scroll to p. 141.
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Métis Nation of Ontario

Web Sites » Governmental
Author/Creator
Métis Nation of Ontario
Includes resources covering governance, hunting and harvesting, registry, programs, services, language, genealogy and an interactive cultural map.
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Métis National Council

Web Sites » Organizations
Author/Creator
Métis National Council
Website includes links to Métis governments, rights, women, youth and veterans.
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Metis Visionary Leader, Promoted Education Success

Articles » General
Author/Creator
Cheryl Petten
Windspeaker, vol. 22, no. 9, December 2004, p. 26

Recounts how Clarence Campeau set up a development fund, named in his honour, that allows Metis people to access business and community economic development funds.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.26.

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MN-S Leadership Gets its Financial House in Order

Alternate Title
Métis Nation-Saskatchewan Leadership Gets its Financial House in Order
Articles » General
Author/Creator
Mike Gosselin
Eagle Feather News, vol. 12, no. 8, August 2009, p. 9
Highlights the balanced budgets the Métis Nation-Saskatchewan has achieved. Article located by scrolling to page 9.
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