Wellness Through Métis Dance

Métis dancing is a central thread of Métis culture and a means of passing on knowledge and education. Funded by a Canadian Institutes of Health Research Project Grant, this study explores how Métis dancing is related to health and wellbeing, and education about and relationships with Indigenous Peoples. In this collaboration with members of Li Toneur Niimiyitoohk Métis Dance Group, researchers share conversations with Métis and non-Indigenous participants of Métis dancing classes to explore how learning and practicing Métis dancing influenced their health and wellbeing, their connection with and knowledge of Métis culture and their relationships with Indigenous Peoples.