Métis Week lineup includes Louis Riel walk on Nov. 15 and Brianna Lizotte kitchen party on Nov. 17
A six-kilometre walk on Nov. 15 and a free kitchen party on Nov. 17 are open to the public.
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The Louis Riel Commemorative Walk starts Nov. 15 with doors opening at 9 a.m. at the Deville North Cooking Lake Hall, 21033 Wye Rd. Participants set out at 9:30 a.m. on a six-kilometre walk to St. Margaret's Church Historical Site, 51442 Range Rd. 203, where a mass is scheduled for 11 a.m. Lunch follows at noon back at the Deville North Cooking Lake Hall. Shuttle buses run from the St. Margaret's Church parking lot to the start for those with limited mobility, and organizers advise participants to dress for the weather.
Later in the week, Elk Island Public Schools hosts a Métis Week Kitchen Party on Nov. 17 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Agora in the Strathcona County Community Centre, 401 Festival Lane in Sherwood Park. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. and a free meal is served at 5:30 p.m.
The featured performer is Brianna Lizotte, a JUNO-nominated Métis fiddler, who will share storytelling through traditional Métis music. Organizers invite guests to wear their favourite moccasins and join in the Red River Jig. Admission is free.
Before you go
When and where does the Louis Riel Commemorative Walk start?
The Louis Riel Commemorative Walk starts on November 15 with doors opening at 9 a.m. at the Deville North Cooking Lake Hall, 21033 Wye Rd. Participants set out on the six-kilometre walk at 9:30 a.m.
Is there a shuttle for the Louis Riel Commemorative Walk?
Shuttle buses run from the St. Margaret's Church parking lot to the start of the Louis Riel Commemorative Walk for
