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This decal from Coast Salish artist Francis Horne Sr. features the "The Journey" design.

Features

• Size: approximately 4.5 inches x 6.5 inches
• Peel-away backing
• Great for cars, snowboard, windows, etc.

Bright colours accented with gold and silver inks.
Peel-away backing
Great for cars, snowboards, windows, etc.

Bright colours accented with gold and silver inks.
Peel-away backing
Great for cars, snowboards, windows, etc.

Bright colours accented with gold and silver inks.
Peel-away backing
Great for cars, snowboards, windows, etc.

Bright colours accented with gold and silver inks.
Peel-away backing
Great for cars, snowboards, windows, etc.

The Art Of Being Métis is a ten-part documentary (150 min) that tells of being Métis through the teachings of the traditional birch bark canoe. This includes the history, construct, use, as well as traditional harvesting, music, food and even healthful plants and medicines. Follow along and see a birch bark canoe envisioned, the materials harvested, all the stages of the build and finally launch. Each stage is filled with teachings about the land and the water, about taking what you need, not what you want, and respecting Mother Earth. This movie has been featured at the McMichael Art Gallery and The Montreal Indigenous Film Festival.

This documentary film follows Mahigan through all the facets of creating a traditional birch bark canoe. Much more than a how-to film, the viewer will be taken on a spiritual journey that contemplates the very close relationship the people of the Métis Nation and all indigenous peoples have, with Mother Earth. Mahigan will discuss the meaning of being Métis as well as what living a Métis lifestyle means. The viewer will also learn about the language, customs, culture, food and music of the Métis People. The Métis Nation is recognized by The United Nations.

Indigenous Peoples see themselves as an important part of nature, but not more or less important than any other creature in nature. A common respect for all living things and Mother Earth are central themes within indigenous cultures throughout the world. Indigenous peoples were the first conservationists and are leaders in earth stewardship today.

Mahigan shares many stories and teachings through the various parts of the creation of his birch bark canoe. From the selection and harvesting of the materials to the shaping of those materials into a finished canoe, viewers will learn about Métis and indigenous culture and perhaps even a little about themselves.

Divided into ten segments:
- The Blueprint for the Canoe...jiimaan (13:34 min.)
- Harvesting Birch Bark (11:03 min.)
- Harvesting Cedar (19:50 min.)
- Roots and Gum (21:24 min.)
- Finding Balance (11:24 min.)
- Challenging Times (16:41 min.)
- Back to Balance (20:47 min.)
- Patience (13:51 min.)
- The Art of the Canoe (15:38 min.)
- The Canoe is Born (10:22 min.) 

Educator Information
This edition includes PPR (Public Performance Rights) suitable for classrooms, organizations and theatres fundraisers and more.
 
Additional Information
DVD format, 2.01" x 2.94" | Feature-length documentary
 

Based on characters first introduced to international audiences by W.P. Kinsella's acclaimed collection of short stories Dance Me Outside, and further entrenched by Bruce McDonald's witty, award winning theatrical feature of the same name, THE REZ continues its unfiltered look at life on a First Nations reservation through the lives of Silas Crow (Ryan Black), Frank Fencepost (Darrell Dennis) and Sadie Maracle (Jennifer Podemski), three smart teenagers with more attitude than even they can handle. Shepherded along by executive producer Norman Jewison, featuring a theme by award-winning singer Susan Aglukark and appearances by Adam Beach (Flags of Our Fathers, Windtalkers, Dance Me Outside), THE REZ is a unique dramedy that delivers a sweet series of tales from the nineteen year old perspective of Silas as he tells of his life, his friends, his family, and the world of the Kidabanesee Reserve in northern Ontario.

The Make Your Own Dream Catcher Kit for Kids includes supplies to make 2 dream catchers in assorted blue colorways.

Each kit makes two 2.5" dream catchers.

Additional Information

• Easy-to-follow picture instructions included.
• Each kit makes two 2.5" dream catchers.
• Colour: Blue
• This kit is created by Monague Native Crafts, an Indigenous-owned business.  All products are handcrafted in the Fraser Valley. The company gives hiring priority to First Nations People and Women in Development.

The Make Your Own Dream Catcher Kit for Kids includes supplies to make 2 dream catchers in assorted natural colorways.

Each kit makes two 2.5" dream catchers.

Additional Information

• Easy-to-follow picture instructions included.
• Each kit makes two 2.5" dream catchers.
• Colour: Natural
• This kit is created by Monague Native Crafts, an Indigenous-owned business.  All products are handcrafted in the Fraser Valley. The company gives hiring priority to First Nations People and Women in Development.

The Make Your Own Dream Catcher Kit for Kids includes supplies to make 2 dream catchers in assorted rainbow colorways.

Each kit makes two 2.5" dream catchers.

An all-time favourite craft activity for kids, especially during this Fall and Christmas season. Let kids spend hours of creative fun learning to create their very own colourful dream catcher projects. Let kids take pride in every creation they make. 

Additional Information

• Easy-to-follow picture instructions included.
• Each kit makes two 2.5" dream catchers.
• Colour: Rainbow
• This kit is created by Monague Native Crafts, an Indigenous-owned business.  All products are handcrafted in the Fraser Valley. The company gives hiring priority to First Nations People and Women in Development.

Create your very own Dream Catcher! Perfect for sharing with family and friends. You are encouraged to add personal mementos to your dream catcher to give your personal meaning and energy. Each kit comes with super-easy how-to instructions.

This kit includes supplies to make a Healing Dream Catcher. Let go of worry and start healing.

Additional Information

• Healing Dream Catcher Kit includes 2 2.5" rings, 4 leather straps, 1 sinew, 2 Quartz crystals, 2 Amethyst stones, 8 wood beads, 8 feathers, and an instruction sheet.
• This kit is created by Monague Native Crafts, an Indigenous-owned business.  All products are handcrafted in the Fraser Valley. The company gives hiring priority to First Nations People and Women in Development.

Create your very own Dream Catcher! Perfect for sharing with family and friends. You are encouraged to add personal mementos to your dream catcher to give your personal meaning and energy. Each kit comes with super-easy how-to instructions.

This kit includes supplies to make the Nurture Dream Catcher. 

Additional Information

• Nurture Dream Catcher Kit includes 2 2.5" rings, 4 leather straps, 1 sinew, 4 cords, 6 mixed colour beads, 10 semi-precious stones (Tiger Eye and Picture Jasper), 8 wood beads, 8 feathers, and an instruction sheet
• This kit is created by Monague Native Crafts, an Indigenous-owned business.  All products are handcrafted in the Fraser Valley. The company gives hiring priority to First Nations People and Women in Development.

Grade Level: All Ages

Narrators: Penny Condon, Anna Flaminio, and Cheryl Troupe

To showcase and celebrate the artistic talents of Métis women, the Gabriel Dumont Institute produced The Métis Women’s Traditional Arts Series. This DVD contains the four-video series, which provides in-depth instruction and direction in the production of various forms of Métis cultural expression.

Aen Kroshay aen tapee avec mi gineey: Métis Hooked Rugs

Margaret Harrison, and her mother, Adeline Pelletier dite Racette, provide the viewer with step-by-step instructions on how to make a hooked rug. As well, Margaret and Adeline share their stories about living on a road allowance in the Qu’Appelle Valley in southern Saskatchewan.

Mashnikwawchikun avec la sway di fil: Métis Silk Embroidery

With instruction from Margaret Harrison, viewers have the opportunity to learn basic embroidery stitches, and receive direction in working with patterns, designs, needles, and fabrics. Margaret also shares her experiences and thoughts on the importance of preserving and promoting this traditional Métis art form.

En saencheur flechey: Métis Fingerweaving

Combining Aboriginal fingerweaving techniques with European materials, the sash remains an integral and highly symbolic aspect of Métis identity. In this video, Penny Condon provides fingerweaving lessons to grade seven and eight students from St. Frances School in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Our Shared Inheritance: Traditional Métis Beadwork

This documentary discusses the Métis beading tradition of Cumberland House, Saskatchewan, and centres on Isabelle Impey and her efforts to preserve Métis beadwork. It also provides instructions on how to bead and make moccasins.

Grade Level: All Ages


Choreographer: Jeanne Pelletier
“The Métis Thunder” Dancers: Jeannine Pelletier-Banin, Paul Banin,
Kim Kovacs, Wilfred Burton, Erin Kramer, Russ Fayant, Michael Racette,
Derek Racette, Megan Shiplack, and Nicole Morrow
Music: Brian Sklar, Joe Schultz, Wayne Kuntz, and Garry Lepine
Producer/Director: Don List, Birdsong Communications
Format: DVD, Approximately 70 minutes

Jeanne Pelletier’s Steps in Time II instructs people of all ages the intricate steps of the “Red River Jig”, and square dancing moves and holds. It includes three reels of the “Quadrille” and “la danse du crochet.” A conversation with Jeanne outlines her history as a dance instructor and caller, and why dance is important. Also included on this DVD is the original Steps in Time from 1989, which teaches dancers the “Duck Dance,” some basic Métis dance steps, fancy jig steps, and the “Rabbit Dance.”