There are many shades of orange and different meanings. It all depends who is talking. These sticks talk about visual story of Metis in Canadian history. Notice that color orange is widely use in Metis art as well as crafts.
“Elders remind us there are different points of view and that it is up to each of us to respect the perspective of others. We create balance and harmony by treating one another with kindness and respect.” – In The Words of Our Ancestors: Métis Health and Healing
Métis were also known as the “Buffalo Hunters”. The buffalo is a sacred animal by Aboriginal people. The buffalo was their main source of food, clothing, household articles, and livelihood.
“If there was good food, there were stories, music and laughter, and from this came a richness that no amount of poverty or violence could completely take away. We were then and we continue to remain kah tip aim soo chick: “the people who own themselves.” -Maria Campbell, Métis Elder and writer
From the point of view of women: “To respect women as givers of life, to teach self-respect to young girls and women, and recognize children as gifts, are teachings that need to be shared.” -Angie Crerar, Métis Elder
“My people will sleep for one hundred years, but when they awake, it will be the artists who give them their spirit back.” – Louis Riel, prominent Métis political figure and leader
These images are the four panels of The Metis: A Visual History created by Sherry Farrell Racette. Each panels represents different time of Metis history.
At work, photos of these panels are posted along the corridor of the Aboriginal Education Department.
Interesting and clever way to use a WPC to tell another story. Thanks.
Thank rxf. I hope you enjoyed the story. I find photos are more interesting with stories attached to it. Cheers.
thank you for the education … is there a Metis blog ???
Love, hugs and listen to the elders … ME and the Boss
You are welcome. I searched for Metis and yes, I found one for you:
https://voyageurheritage.wordpress.com/
Truly Canadian. And I am sure there are more in the blogosphere.
Here’s another. http://metisraconteur.com/about/
Enjoyed the art and information. I did not know anything about this topic.
The Aboriginal Ed Centre is very artistic and talented. I am a fan of Louis Riel. Thank you.