Commemorating Louis Riel’s Legacy

by ahnationtalk on November 18, 2024185 Views

Commemorating Louis Riel’s Legacy

Thunder Bay, ON – Today, the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) commemorates the life and legacy of Métis leader, politician, and founder of Manitoba, Louis Riel. November 16th, 2024, marks the 139th anniversary of Riel’s execution for his role in the Red River Resistance.

Born in the Red River settlement in 1844, Riel was a fierce defender of Métis rights and culture, facing threat, criminalization, and exile in his lifetime for his efforts. His legacy has evolved into that of a hero and martyr for Métis peoples and other Indigenous communities. Riel’s vision of equality, justice, and respect for Métis culture continues to guide ongoing discussions about Indigenous sovereignty and rights in Canada.

Louis Riel Day provides an opportunity to recognize the historical and ongoing struggles of Métis peoples and other Indigenous communities in Canada and emphasizes the importance of cultural preservation and Indigenous rights. Today, ONWA recognizes the impact of Riel’s legacy in carving pathways for all Indigenous women and peoples to defend their rights in Canada’s political landscape.

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For more information and media inquiries, contact:

Andre Morriseau, Communications Manager
Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA)
Email: amorriseau@onwa.ca

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