More details & the full event schedule at albertametis.com @ABMetis @Albertametis @Albertametis albertametis.com For more information contact Kalinda MacRoberts at 780-624-4219 NOVEMBER 12-17, 2018 Each November, the Métis Nation of Alberta celebrates Métis Week to commemorate the outstanding contributions of Métis people to Canada. Fri. Nov. 16 1:00 pm: Louis Riel Day Raising of the Metis Flag with refreshments to follow Location: City Hall, Grande Prairie, AB Thu. Nov. 15 12:00 – 2:00 pm: Open House at Region 6 Office in partnership with Metis Local #78 Location: Region 6 Office, Peace River, AB Sloppy Joes and Indian Tacos REGION 6 EVENTS Sat. Nov. 17 5:00 pm: Peace River Festival of Trees in partnership with Rupertsland and Native Counselling Services Location: Chateau Nova, Peace River, Alberta Donating a tree to be auctioned for Women’s Shelter Wed. Nov. 14 9:00 am: Flag Raising Ceremony Mainstreet Circle, Peace River, AB Metis National Anthem and Elder Prayer – President Carol Ridsdale and Mayor Tom Tarpey 11:30 am – 1:30 pm: Metis Week Celebration in partnership with Northern Lakes College and Rupertsland Institute Location: Peace River Campus – Northern Lakes College, Peace River, AB Stew & Bannock, Jigging and more!