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Town of Okotoks marks Métis Week with Listen & Learn sessions

Drop-in sessions at Old Church Theatre to feature stories and history from Métis elders and knowledge keepers.
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Métis elder Ila Vivier speaks at the Old Church Theatre in Okotoks during a Métis Week event in 2023.

The Town of Okotoks recognizes Métis Week annually during the third week of November to acknowledge and celebrate the Métis people and their culture, history and achievements. 

This year, the Town will be offering two Listen & Learn sessions featuring a Métis blessing as well as stories and history from Métis elders and knowledge keepers. 

Opening remarks will be presented by Amber Boyd, district captain of the Rocky View Métis District for the Otipemisiwak Métis Government. 

These free drop-in sessions are open to the public and will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 1 and 2:30 p.m. at the Old Church Theatre.  

More information is available at okotoks.ca/metis-week.

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