Fast Facts

Section 35 of Canada’s Constitution Act, 1982 recognizes three distinct Aboriginal Peoples in Canada: First Nations (Indian), Inuit and Métis.

Michif Language

Taanshi kiiya?
How are you?
in Michif-Cree

National Aboriginal Role Model Program Honouring Life Network

About ISPAYIN

Welcome to the ISPAYIN Métis Youth Website!

Our goal is to offer a space for you to access and share information that is relevant to you. Enjoy it, and let us know what you think.

To read more about the ISPAYIN project, click here.

What’s New?

Hello Métis youth!

Aboriginal youth ages 14-29  can submit writing or artwork to the Canadian Aboriginal Writing & Arts Challenge. Showcase your talent and creativity, and have your work reviewed by the foremost Aboriginal storytellers. You could win cash prizes and even have your work published in a national magazine.

Showcase your Métis identity!

Want to submit? Visit the ISPAYIN blog for more information!

 

Check out the article written by two Métis youth who facilitated a workshop on Métis youth identity at the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Annual General Assembly in August:

Ispayin - What's Happening Métis Youth?

Want to get involved? Click here for more information.

ISPAYIN DVD & Discussion Guide

We have now published our Métis Youth Identity DVD and Discussion Guide! These are available in hard copy and on the website.

DVD video - Our Past

DVD video - Our Present

DVD video - Our Future

Métis Health Database


Are any of you working on Métis health projects and looking for information? Check out the Métis Centre’s literature and statistical databases at http://www.metiscentreresearch.ca/.

We are just getting started with this Métis youth website. Check back often for new content!