It seems that no matter how much things change, some things remain the same. I along with many others decided to stay out of Métis politics. When I see the "rumblings of our discontent" I still shake my head at the "doings" of some folk.
On a positive note, there are a few activities happening in the Fraser Valley this month(November 2008) which were sent via email:
- "...that the 'Friends of Fort Langley' are interested in having Metis presence in their November 15th. Fort Langley Parade. This event only lasts 1.5 hrs. and it is important that their is some efforts being made for some Metis to attend. To date there are No Metis participants in this very important parade.
The contact info for this Fort Langley event is: Jennifer Johnson 604.888.3943
E-mail: fotf@uniserve.com WWW: www.fofl.net ...."
2. "Fraser Valley Métis Association proudly presents
sponsored by Heritage Canada, and in part by the City of Abbotsford
Saturday 11am - 5pm, by donation
Grand Entry
Métis Fashion Show
Métis Buffalo Camp
Métis Artists & Artisans showcasing their work.
Storytelling by Pascal Pelletier & Tom McCallum
Métis Fiddlers & Dancers (Compaigni V’ni Dansi,
Mooshum Bob’s Dancers, Fiddle Chicks, Richard Klein)
Saturday 7pm - midnight Dance & Gathering, by donation
Non-alcohol event
Music by Central Valley Fiddlers & Rev
Sunday 10am - 4pm, by donation
Métis Fashion Show
Storytelling by Pascal Pelletier
Jam Session with Central Valley Fiddlers
Métis Artists & Artisans showcasing their work
Métis Fiddlers & Dancers (Bev Lambert & Keith Hall,
Nova Jiggers, Amy Esterling, Mooshum Bob’s Dancers, Fiddle Chicks)
3. MNBC is holding a Louis Riel Day celebrations at head office in Vancouver on Nov 14th from 12:00-4:30 pm. located at 905-1130 West Pender Street. Ph# is 604 801 5853 or toll free at 1 800 940 1150.
4. Waceya Metis Association in Langley is holding a dinner and dance celebrating Louis Reil Day on Nov 15th.
