From avant-garde film festival darlings to gritty dramas, stop-motion animation to rom-coms, Red River Metis filmmakers are making movies, TV shows, and miniseries across genres and the diaspora. #metis #indigenous #film www.liisprii.ca/magazine/202...

“It’s also about being an example of doing work you passionately believe in. You’d do it whether it was worthless. You’ll do it ‘til the day you die. In some ways it’s the most spiritual work there is.” #Indigenous #Métis #art #storytelling #Vancouver #BC

Li Isprii presents: an in-depth interview with Haley Bassett, an award-winning Métis interdisciplinary artist. Bassett generously shared stories about her family, her path into the arts, the work she creates, and where she’s going next. #metis #indigenous #art www.liisprii.ca/magazine/202...

Shane Belcourt is the son of Indigenous rights activist Tony Belcourt and the brother of Métis artist Christi Belcourt. On Face to Face, he describes what it’s like to have inspirational family members and what drew him to documentary filmmaking: youtu.be/mRub-ODr3LM

Closing out Halloweek, Métis author Griffin Bjerke-Clarke shares four contemporary classics you may have missed. These haunting selections remind us that any good tragedy has the potential to create a happy ending. Find the picks here: alllitup.ca/book-week-yo...

Haley Bassett is an interdisciplinary artist of Métis and settler descent. Their practice explores identity, culture, land, heritage, and history, with a recent focus on the intersections of identity, place, and labour.

Jeremy Allard reviews Kohkom's Babushka by Lianna Makuch and Joleen Ballendine. A family-friendly theatrical adaptation of a children's book by the same name, Kohkom's Babushka takes on the challenging subject of Ukrainian-Metis reconciliation. #metis #theatre www.liisprii.ca/magazine/202...

I’m excited to announce that after almost a year of working in collaboration with MINI TIPI we are launching “JOY” on Thursday, October 23rd, 5-8pm in Ottawa. We will also have a Special Collector’s Edition available while quantities last. See you there!

“procession talks about honouring those who've come before and making a space for those after. And that's really the premise of the whole book. How to be in that space in the middle.” #Indigenous #Métis #books #poetry

Dr. Brittany Penner, an author and practicing family physician in Manitoba, joined me to talk about her new memoir, "Children Like Us: A Métis Woman's Memoir of Family, Identity and Walking Herself Home." #podcast #betterme #adoption #Métis podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/e...

You used to call me Marie by Tai Amy Grauman returns to Vancouver after a run at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. This epic Métis tale of love, resilience and the rise of the Métis Nation is at the Arts Club Theatre in Vancouver before touring venues across the Lower Mainland.

Music plays and ponies dance as the epic story of Marie Callihoo and generations of Alberta’s Métis women unfurls through time in "You used to call me Marie…" An Arts Club On Tour presentation on November 8-9 Tickets: anviltheatre.ca/event/you-us... #newwest #yvrtheatre

Jeremy Allard reviews Beaver Hills Forever, a new "Poetic Novella" by Metis author Conor Kerr, published by @arsenalpulp.bsky.social. Not sure what to expect from a "poetic novella"? Wondering if it's for you? We've got answers. #metis #indigenous 🌎📚💙 www.liisprii.ca/magazine/202...

By incorporating ancient Indigenous methods of art and design into her custom creations and runway looks, designer Amy McPherson is on a mission to preserve her Métis culture through fashion.

The October/November edition of Metis Reads is here! Featuring books by Brittany Penner, Emily Grafton, and other titles of interest. Jump in and find a few great books available for pre-order! #Metis #Indigenous 🌎📚💙 www.liisprii.ca/magazine/202...

A small roundup of indigenous-owned shops selling orange shirts for Orange Shirt Day, and a few thoughts on a hard day. #indigenous #metis www.liisprii.ca/magazine/202...

A new book titled Decolonization and Me confronts residential school denialists. As part of our continued coverage leading up to National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Métis scholar and co-author Kristy McLeod explains what this book means to her.

Amanda Rheaume's new single "#44 (Live from The Woodshed)" is OUT NOW 🧡 This deeply moving song is inspired by the life and experiences of Robert Merasty, a Métis residential school survivor from Île-à-la-Crosse, Saskatchewan. Stream everywhere: ishkode.lnk.to/44-live-from...

If you get a chance to see stylized #Dusk&Dawn "Indigenous love story" by Cree/Metis director #RoseanneSupernault at Red Nation Film Fest in LA Nov 13, don't miss it! Costumes by Oshea Bellerose & jewelry by Helen Oro incredible. Blowing up 🎥 cliches. #moviesky www.facebook.com/roseannesupe...

Writer Spotlight: Michael Peterson ✍️ We’re proud to spotlight Michael Peterson (Métis Nation of Saskatchewan), an artist, screen printer, and writer. On our platform, Michael has published three pieces of writing. icca.art/publications

Metis filmmaker continues to explore sci-fi themes through Indigenous lens with Parallel Minds, via @CalgaryHerald

Also recommending Conor Kerr's BEAVER HILLS FOREVER. A free verse novella about four young Metis people falling out of relationship with community & others, & then maybe (ambiguously) back again. I read it straight through in an hour & a half at my favorite coffee shop & was v deeply moved.

Before the wolf can howl, Norman Fleury says a Michif word: Ooyoowuk.

Out now! #BeaverHillsForever by Conor Kerr is an irreverent and playful novella of Métis voices that reflects the complexities of contemporary prairie life. Out now in Canada & the US. 👉 Read more: arsenalpulp.com/Books/B/Beav...

It was a thrill to sit down with Dr. Candace Linklater on her podcast Relentless Indigenous Woman. We discuss everything from art to world current events. Amazing conversation. The episode released today is found on all platforms. Or listen directly from here: www.buzzsprout.com/.../17791313....

Calling all artists! 📣 We're looking for art that explores culture, cultural identity, or what culture means to you. We have a few spots left for our special Culture Days exhibition. To take part, contact us! 📩 [email protected] #AlbertaCultureDays

We’re open for submissions! Seeking arts and culture writing on a wide range of subjects, by Red River Metis writers of all experience levels. Full guidelines at: www.liisprii.ca/submission-guidelines #metis #michif #indigenous #writingcommunity

In the grand tradition of introductions, we inaugurate Li Isprii with an interview with the interviewer, Li Isprii Creative Director Jeremy Allard. A deep and wide ranging conversation touching on editorial intent, beadwork, fashion, photojournalism, and mixology. www.liisprii.ca/magazine/202...

Our very first edition of “Metis Reads” features upcoming books by Conor Kerr and Katherena Vermette, two anthologies with Metis editors and contributors, and other titles of interest. Jump in and find a few great books available for pre-order! #Metis 🌎📚💙 www.liisprii.ca/magazine/202...

We’re delighted to announce the launch of Li Isprii: Red River Metis Arts and Culture Review, celebrating Red River Metis writers, artists, and culture-makers throughout the homeland and beyond! Visit us at: www.liisprii.ca #metis #michif #indigenous

Congratulations Tonia! We're so excited for you and this series! 🌎📚💙

Wonderful to see “Stories of Métis Women” featured! It’s a great resource featuring interviews with MNA elders, in parallel Michif and English. #metis #michif

Hundreds of Red River Métis businesses will now be eligible for federal contracts set aside for Indigenous businesses. The change comes as Canada officially recognizes the Manitoba Métis Federation’s Red River Métis business directory as a 'trusted source' for procurement opportunities.

We’re on Chill Subs! @chillsubs.bsky.social And we’re open for submissions! Seeking arts and culture writing on a wide range of subjects, by Red River Metis writers of all experience levels. #metis #michif #indigenous #writingcommunity #indigisky www.chillsubs.com/magazine/li-...

Join a Study on Red River Jigging & Square Dancing! Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan are studying the health benefits of competitive jigging & professional square dancing. Compensation provided! Details in the image. #MétisHealth #USask #HealthStudy #Métis

“Ceremony to me is the sweet treat of life and that is chocolate. Good, deep, dark chocolate.” #Indigenous #FirstNations #books #poetry #LGBTQ2S

Joshua Morin, President of Michif Cultural Connections, spoke at WAVES 2025 Global Indigenous Languages Summit about the vital Michif language courses the organization has facilitated. The organization’s site also hosts Michif resources: www.michifconnections.ca#home #michif #metis #indigisky

Congratulations to Red River Metis author Elinor Florence on the incredible success of her newest historical fiction novel!

Featuring Red River Metis artists and writers, launching in early September! We are delighted to announce that we’ll be opening to submissions of arts and culture writing by Red River Metis writers (we pay). We look forward to reading all of your pitches! #indigenousart #metis #indigenous #writing