In this special episode of the Courageous Conversation Series, hosted by Gabrielle Fayant from A7G, Title, we take a deep dive into the unique experiences of Metis Settlements in Alberta with Vice President of the Metis Settlements General Council, Brenda Blyane.  Through a rich conversation, this episode explores the origins of the Settlements, their historical and political development and how they operate today.  By centering the voices and experiences of Metis individual from the Settlements, this episode highlights the nuances of Metis identity, the feeling of being “different” within Indigenous spaces and the importance of recognizing the Settlements as distinct self-governing communities within Canada’s broader landscape that deserve a seat at the table and the opportunity to voice their perspectives.  

Spirit Bear Podcast

First Nations Child and Family Caring Society

S3 EP 21 Land, Legacy and Living Metis – The Reality of the Metis Settlements in Alberta

OCT 7, 202553 MIN
Spirit Bear Podcast

S3 EP 21 Land, Legacy and Living Metis – The Reality of the Metis Settlements in Alberta

OCT 7, 202553 MIN

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In this special episode of the Courageous Conversation Series, hosted by Gabrielle Fayant from A7G, Title, we take a deep dive into the unique experiences of Metis Settlements in Alberta with Vice President of the Metis Settlements General Council, Brenda Blyane. 

Through a rich conversation, this episode explores the origins of the Settlements, their historical and political development and how they operate today.  By centering the voices and experiences of Metis individual from the Settlements, this episode highlights the nuances of Metis identity, the feeling of being “different” within Indigenous spaces and the importance of recognizing the Settlements as distinct self-governing communities within Canada’s broader landscape that deserve a seat at the table and the opportunity to voice their perspectives.