The Stories Live On - A Métis Learning Journey (Workshop 4 of 6)

The Caves at Batoche — 1869–1885

Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 PM
Otipemisiwak Métis Government Calgary Satellite Office
Suite 214, 1530 27 Avenue NE, Calgary, AB

Presented in partnership by the Calgary Elbow Métis District, Calgary Nose Hill Métis District, and the University of Calgary Werklund School of Education.

This workshop explores one of the most significant periods of change, displacement, political action, and resistance in Métis history.

Drawing on Sherry Farrell Racette’s The Métis: A Visual History, we will follow the Métis story from Red River westward onto the Plains and examine the growth of communities such as Batoche and the circumstances leading to the 1885 Northwest Resistance.

Together, we will consider the experiences of Métis families and communities as they sought to protect their lands, rights, livelihoods, and future.

Made Possible Through the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund - Catholic Diocese of Calgary

This workshop is offered free of charge thanks to the generous support of the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund (IRF). This funding helps us create opportunities for Métis citizens to reconnect with our history, culture, land-based knowledge, stories, and traditions, while ensuring these teachings continue to be shared with future generations.

We are grateful to the Indigenous Reconciliation Fund for supporting this important work of cultural reconnection, learning, and community.