The Metis Roogaroo Stories storytelling se ssions was inspired by the M&e acute\;tis Roogaroo and Superstition Stories - a compilation of storie s from members and friends of Gabriel Dumont Local 11\, a Mé\;tis Lo cal in Saskatoon. Many Metis have grown up with Roogaroo and superstition stories. Storytelling is essential to the Metis people\, a traditional met hod of sharing knowledge from generation to generation. \;
\nThi s program is being presented to acknowledge Metis history\, culture and tr aditions.
\nThe program will be conducted through Zoom. At least one hour prior to the program\, we will send you an email with the Zoom meeti ng ID. Please ensure that you have Zoom installed on your device or comput er. If you don't have a library card\, please visit https://www.reginalibrary.ca/register to reg ister for one.
\nPresenter Information: LEAH DORION
\nLeah Dorion is an interdisciplinary Mé\;tis artist raised in Pr ince Albert\, Saskatchewan. A teacher\, painter\, filmmaker and published writer\, Leah views her Mé\;tis heritage as providing her with a uni que bridge for knowledge between all people. Her paintings honour the spir itual strength of Indigenous women and the sacred feminine. Leah believes that women play a key role in passing on vital knowledge for all of humani ty which is deeply reflected in her artistic practice. She believes women are the first teachers to the next generation.
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