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<p class="MsoNormal"><a name="_Hlk155183277"><span lang="EN-US">Interested in learning something new just after the Summer Solstice? Join us for a FREE VIRTUAL program and enjoy a facilitated discussion about the Métis Story and the first Métis people traveling
to British Columbia. Sign up for a <b><u>Speaker Series: A Métis Story!</u></b><o:p></o:p></span></a></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">There are over 200 Indigenous and Aboriginal communities in British Columbia. While Métis Nation recognizes their Aboriginal status, they are not Indigenous to BC. How often are Métis peoples grouped with BC's First Nations communities?
Métis Nation acknowledges that they are guests on this land. Métis Nation has a unique history and identity they are eager to share.<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">B.C.’s updated K-12 curriculum wasn't fully implemented until 2019 and, currently, only 5% of B.C. Students have completed any First People’s courses. Métis First Nations focus is only found in four grades (Grade 4, 10, 11 and 12). But
do these courses dive into Métis history, identity and differences from other Indigenous communities? After school, do museums, libraries, and public spaces continue to share Métis stories?<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">In 2025, several large corporations - including Meta, Walmart, Ford and McDonalds – are scaling back their DEI (Diversity, Equality and Inclusion) programs. While learning about and celebrating diverse cultures is crucial for fostering
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engaging respectful dialogue of Métis identity, history and cultural awareness.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US">When</span></b><span lang="EN-US">: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 – 12:00-1:00pm<br>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US">Where</span></b><span lang="EN-US">: Online via Microsoft Teams
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US">Cost</span></b><span lang="EN-US">: Free<br>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span lang="EN-US">How to Register</span></b><span lang="EN-US">: Register online:
<a href="https://cityofsurrey.perfectmind.com/23615/Clients/BookMe4LandingPages/CoursesLandingPage?widgetId=b4059e75-9755-401f-a7b5-d7c75361420d&redirectedFromEmbededMode=False&courseId=45299a3c-4c56-4542-8836-0f74d72a09af">
https://cityofsurrey.perfectmind.com/23615/Clients/BookMe4LandingPages/CoursesLandingPage?widgetId=b4059e75-9755-401f-a7b5-d7c75361420d&redirectedFromEmbededMode=False&courseId=45299a3c-4c56-4542-8836-0f74d72a09af</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">(Course ID 00431076)<br>
OR Contact the Museum of Surrey: 604-592-6956 | <a href="mailto:museum@surrey.ca">
museum@surrey.ca<br>
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<b>More About our Speaker: Brodie Douglas</b><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Brodie Douglas was born in Merritt, BC with Metis ancestry going back to late 1790's in Manitoba. As many of us Metis are reconnecting with our history and identity, we need leadership that can clearly and knowledgeably
talk about our history and who the Métis people are today. Metis History Matters.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Brodie spent 10 years working as a Metis historian within MNBC’s Metis identification registry. This allowed him the opportunity to learn more about our Metis identity and to share our Metis history throughout the province.
Spoken on the topic of Metis history and identity within all seven regions.</span><o:p></o:p></p>
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