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Métis Veterans' Memorial Unveiled at Juno Beach FEBRUARY 2010 • THE PUBLICATION OF THE MÉTIS NATION OF ONTARIO SINCE 1997 MÉTISVOYAGEUR Métis Veterans’ Memorial Unveiled at Juno Beach his past Remembrance ing the world wars and features Minister Strahl. “I look forward thanked the Juno Beach Centre Day, Métis Nation veter- a Red River Cart--one of the to the November 11th special for their help and cooperation. ans, youth and dignitaries most widely recognized symbols dedication service at Juno Beach The renowned Métis dance travelled to the Juno of the Métis Nation. WE ALL OWE A Centre where on behalf of all team, the St.Ambroise Youth T Beach Centre in Over a dozen Métis veterans DEBT TO THE Canadians I will thank Métis vet- Steppers, performed at the ded- Courseulles-sur-Mer, France, to were joined at the Remem- MÉTIS NATION erans for the contributions and ication ceremony, and joined dedicate a memorial to Métis brance Day, November 11, 2009, sacrifices made during the two several other Métis youth as part who served in the world wars. dedication ceremony by Presi- CITIZENS WHO world wars, the Korean war and of the delegation. David Char- “We all owe a debt to the dent Chartier; David Chartrand, FOUGHT, WHO the battle in Afghanistan and trand said: “Our youth can learn Métis Nation citizens who Manitoba Métis Federation Pres- WERE WOUNDED peacekeeping missions around a lot from the thousands of brave fought, who were wounded and ident and MNC Minister for Vet- AND WHO DIED the globe.” and selfless Métis Nation citizens who died defending their peo- erans Affairs; and, the Hon- DEFENDING President Chartier thanked who answered the call to serve ple, their country and world ourable Chuck Strahl, Minister THEIR PEOPLE, Minister Strahl on behalf of the during the world wars. The sac- freedom,” said Métis National for Indian Affairs and Northern THEIR COUNTRY Métis Nation for his support, rifice made by Métis at Juno Council President, Clément Development and Federal Inter- AND WORLD along with the Office of the Fed- Beach, and on battlefields Chartier. “This memorial will locutor for Métis and non-Status FREEDOM. eral Interlocutor for Métis and around the world, is a legacy help ensure their service and Indians. Veterans Affairs Canada for their future generations of Métis sacrifice will not be forgotten.” “I am proud to participate in Clément Chartier assistance in making the memo- Nation citizens will remember The memorial includes an this historic event, where the Métis National Council President rial possible and providing with pride and gratitude.” exhibit highlighting Métis cul- sacrifices made by Métis service- resources for Métis Nation vet- ture, the contributions of Métis men and women are receiving erans and youth to participate in More Juno and veterans soldiers, aircrew and sailors dur- the attention they deserve,” said its dedication ceremony. He also coverage on pages 15-18 Photo: Personnel of the Royal Canadian Navy landing on Juno Beach in Normandy, France on June 6th, 1944. PHOTO: Archives Nationales du Canada VOLUNTEER AFTER LOUIS RIEL MÉTIS OF THE YEAR POWLEY DAY EDUCATION LOUISE GOULDING IS GROUNDBREAKING EVERY NOVEMBER 16th SPECIAL SECTION ON NAMED THE ‘09 WINNER COURT CASE USHERED MÉTIS ACROSS NATION MÉTIS AND THE OF MNO’S VOLUNTEER IN NEW ERA FOR HONOUR LOUIS RIEL EDUCATION SYSTEM OF THE YEAR AWARD MÉTIS RIGHTS PAGE 11 PAGE 22-26 40025265 PAGE 14 PAGES 3 2 MÉTIS VOYAGEUR ∞ FEBRUARY 2010 Announcements New Arrival 60th Anniversary THE Happy MÉTIS VOYAGEUR New Year WINTER 2010, NO. 60 Happy editor Linda Lord Birthday design & production Marc St.Germain his is the “Year of the Métis”, and it has begun contributors T with a brand new Métis citizen. Kyler Michael Louis Wass Ottawa; proud grandma, Beth Barbaranne Wright was born New Year’s Day, Janu- Peterson of Arnprior; proud first Chris Paci ary 01, 2010, at 3:50 A.M., weigh- time grandparents, JoAnne and Desneige Taylor ing in at 8lbs 6oz. Colin Wass of Clayton, Ontario; Donn Fowler Kyler was not the first baby and, first time great grandpar- Glen Lipinski born in Ottawa but the first baby ents, Agnes Remillard and Joyce Hank Rowlinson Janet Leader to be born at the Queesnway- Wass both of Winnipeg, Mani- Senator & Husband Joan Panizza Carleton Hospital. toba. Lynne Sinclair Kyler is welcomed by proud Happy New Year to everyone! Raymond Tremblay Celebrate 60th parents, Mike and Jaye Wass of JoAnne Wass, PCMNO Region 6 Rebekah Wilson Reta Gordon Congratulations to Ottawa Sena- mately 70 people, both family and Scott Carpenter tor, Lois McCallum, and her hus- friends gathered for a celebration New Staff Shawna Hansen band Walter who celebrated their brunch. Stephen Quesnelle 60th wedding anniversary on Senator Lois McCallum is one TerryLynn Longpre December 10th, 2009. of the people who helped organ- New health staff in Soo Tracy Bald The McCallums have four chil- ize the founding meeting of the dren: Barbara, Lynn, Kelly and MNO under the guidance of Tony Peggy, as well as five grandchil- Belcourt. She is also the sister of he Métis Nation of Sandy previously worked for contact dren, and are soon to become Executive Senator, Reta Gordon, Ontario is pleased to wel- the YMCA on their Youth Gam- Linda Lord, editor great grandparents. Approxi- another founder. T come Sandy Robinson to bling Project and has a host of RR1 Hartington, ON the Health Branch team. Sandy community contacts in SSM. K0H 1W0 works as the Long Term Care Since she started on September [email protected] Obituary (LTC) Coordinator in the Sault 4th, 2009, Sandy has been laying NEW PHONE: Ste. Marie (SSM) office. She a good foundation on which to 613-374-2305 brings to the table a wealth of build the LTC program. In Memory of Joseph Romeo Clement community development experi- Sandy’s can be reached via ence and is an asset to LTC and email: [email protected]. If undeliverable return to: the MNO. Métis Nation of Ontario funeral for the late Joseph Royal Marines in Burma, the 500 Old St.Patrick St, Unit D (Joe) Clement was held Jan- Canadian Volunteer Service Ottawa, ON, K1N 9G4 uary 2, 2010, in Hamilton, Medal, the 1939-45 Star, the Obituary PH: 613-798-1488 A Ontario. Surrounded by his Atlantic Star and the Victory [email protected] family, Mr. Clement passed away Medal. A few years ago, Joseph www.metisnation.org on December 29, 2009, at the was sent decorations from Hamilton General Hospital, in his Ottawa recognizing his war serv- In Memory of Marie Gendron 84th year. He was a loving hus- ice as an Aboriginal seaman. The next Voyageur deadline band to Carol Ann and devoted His most cherished decora- The moment that you died, She also loved nature, watching is March 1st, 2010 father to Marc (Peggy), Joe tion came when he was pre- Our hearts were split in two, the boats go through the canal, (Sherry) and Lianne and the cher- sented with an eagle feather, One side filled with memories, feeding the birds and watching ished grampa of Andre, Joshua, which not only recognizes his PUBLICATION #: The other died with you. the squirrels. She loved to have Mathew, Briana and Nathan. Joe is Métis background but also binds PM 40025265 tea with family and we will defi- survived by siblings Rita, Ernie him to all the other native war- om, who loved her Lord nitely miss her and our annual and Henry and predeceased by riors who served in foreign wars. and Saviour and her family trip to St. Jacob’s market. Mom his brother Rene. In November of 2005, Joseph with all her heart, has lived her life for those she loved. Joseph Romeo Clement of travelled to Normandy, France, as M stepped out of time and Until memory fades and life Grimsby, Ontario, joined the one of 19 Aboriginal veterans into His presence for all eternity, departs, you will live forever in Royal Canadian Navy in Hamilton, who participated in the “Calling this 15th day of December, our hearts. after lying about his age. He was Home Ceremony”, to call home (2009) in her 92nd year. Her faith The funeral service was held only 17, but was anxious to join the spirits of his fallen relatives-- in Jesus Christ gives way to sight on December 18, 2009, at the his brother who had enlisted six an uncle and a brother-in law. and her anticipation that the best Port Colborne, Brethren in Christ months earlier. By age 20, Joseph During their trip, Joseph and his is yet to come, yields to this real- Church, with Rev. Brian Loft- had been around the world. He wife Carol Ann, located Joe’s ization. She is now in the pres- house officiating. Interment fol- saw action in the Atlantic, Pacific, uncle, World War 1 Veteran, Jim ence of her Saviour whom she lowed at Oakwood Cemetery. If and Indian Oceans and returned Clement’s grave at Menin Gate in placed her faith and trust in so so desired, memorial donations home in 1946 with five campaign Ypres and also found his brother- many years ago. may be made to the Sick Kids medals. They include the Burma in-law, Ernest Freve’s grave at Beloved wife of the late Arthur Foundation. Online condolences Star, for rescuing members of the Leopold Canal. Gendron (1988), loving mother of at www.armstrongfuneralhome.ca. Laurie (Annette) Gendron; the Marie Gendron is also remem- late Lloyd Gendron (1993); Lor- bered by her extended Métis fam- Summer is over and the cool crisp raine (Jim) Haun; Patricia (Derek) ily. “I have had the privilege and air is here.
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