Travelling Metis

Travelling Metis shares the stories of Metis People across Turtle Island.

Indigenous Consultation with Taylor Manser 05/13/2025

Indigenous Consultation with Taylor Manser Join host Samantha Loney for an important conversation with Taylor Manser, an enviornmental advisor at the Metis Nation of Ontario's Lands and Resource Consultation Branch. We discuss the importance of consulting with Indigenous communties when it comes to the enviornment, she uses two-eyed seeing in her work and how to be a good ally to Indigenous Peoples. If you are an MNO citizen and would like to learn more about how you can have your voice heard when it comes to consultation and enviornmental projects in your area, visit to find more information. Make sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on new episodes and content. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/36531715

On the Road Allowance with Arnolda Dufour-Bowes 04/29/2025

On the Road Allowance with Arnolda Dufour-Bowes Join host Samantha Loney as she speaks with author Arnolda Dufour-Bowes about her father's experience as a road allowance Metis, the importance of storytelling for healing and how she is helping educators teach Metis history. You can check out Arnolda's Apples and Traintracks exhibit at Back to Batoche this summer and check out the next book in the Maggie Lou Firefox book series August 2025. To learn more about Arnolda's work visit . For more content and stories, follow us on facebook and Instagram . /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/36190405

Episode Six: The Importance of Sharing Our Stories with Theresa Lafreniere-Fama 11/19/2024

Episode Six: The Importance of Sharing Our Stories with Theresa Lafreniere-Fama Host Samantha Loney sits down with story quilter Theresa Lafreniere-Fama to discuss her journey in becoming an artist later in life, how her book Quilted Memoirs is changing the lives of her community, and her love of her home Thunder Bay Beach. To order Theresa’s book, email . This episode was made possible with the help of 880 Cities and the City of Barrie’s Arts and Culture Investment Program. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/33317877

Episode Five: Adding Nuance to Indigenous Stories with Andrew Konoff 11/12/2024

Episode Five: Adding Nuance to Indigenous Stories with Andrew Konoff Host Samantha Loney sits down with emerging Metis filmmaker Andrew Konoff to discuss their debut short film Plansh A Roo, the responsibility Indigenous filmmakers have in telling stories about their community and how their journey from making skate films to his award winning short narrative film. You can follow Andrew Konoff on Instagram . This episode was made possible with the help of 880 Cities and the City of Barrie’s Arts and Culture Investment Program. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/33317807

Episode Four: Passing Down Knowledge to Our Future Ogichidaa with Willie Poll 11/05/2024

Episode Four: Passing Down Knowledge to Our Future Ogichidaa with Willie Poll Host Samantha Loney sits down with children's book author Willie Poll to discuss how they have been using their books to teach Indigenous youth about the impacts of colonialism on our communities, the importance of children seeing themselves represented in books, and collaborating with other Indigenous artists. You can follow Willie Poll on Instagram and purchase their books wherever books are sold. Willie’s next book, Our Ancestors Kitchen, will be released April 2025. Pre-order . This episode was made possible with the help of 880 Cities and the City of Barrie’s Arts and Culture Investment Program. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/33317717

Episode Three: Using Art to Decolonize Spaces with Tracey-Mae Chambers 10/29/2024

Episode Three: Using Art to Decolonize Spaces with Tracey-Mae Chambers Host Samantha Loney sits down with Metis installation artist Tracey-Mae Chambers to discuss combining art and advocacy, how she’s using her art to decolonize institutions and her next project about the opioid crisis. To learn more about Tracey-Mae Chambers work and how you can get involved in her next project, you can visit . This episode was made possible with the help of 880 Cities and the City of Barrie’s Arts and Culture Investment Program. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/33317587

Episode Two: Indigenous Sovereignty in Cinema with Loretta Todd 10/22/2024

Episode Two: Indigenous Sovereignty in Cinema with Loretta Todd Host Samantha Loney continues her discussion with Cree-Metis filmmaker and IM4 Labs Matriarch, Loretta Todd, to figure out how we can continue the fight for Indigenous sovereignty in cinema, creating space for Indigenous filmmakers to learn new technologies with the IM4 Lab, and what advice she has for ‘young’ filmmakers. Loretta’s series Coyote Science is available on APTN Lumi. To learn more about the IM4 Lab, visit This episode was made possible with the help of 880 Cities and the City of Barrie’s Arts and Culture Investment Program. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/33317457

Episode One: The History of Indigenous Cinema in So-Called Canada with Loretta Todd 10/15/2024

Episode One: The History of Indigenous Cinema in So-Called Canada with Loretta Todd Host Samantha Loney sits down with Cree-Metis filmmaker and IM4 Labs Matriarch, Loretta Todd, to get a crash course of the history of Indigenous Cinema in so-called Canada. Loretta discusses what inspired her to tell stories, how Indigenous Peoples have been fighting for representation on and behind the screen, and what the future looks like. Loretta’s series Coyote Science is available on APTN Lumi. You can also watch documentaries directed by Loretta Todd on the This episode was made possible with the help of 880 Cities and the City of Barrie’s Arts and Culture Investment Program. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/33317382

Traveling Metis Season Three Trailer 10/08/2024

Traveling Metis Season Three Trailer Join host Samantha Loney as she travels across the Metis homeland to talk to Michif storytellers and how they are using their stories to make a positive change in the community. Remeber to follow us on facebook at Travelling Metis and on Instagram at Metis and Me Program. This season of the Travelling Metis podcast was made possible with the help of 880 Cities and the City of Barrie’s Arts and Culture Investment Program. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/33317292

Episode Eight: A People Born of Commerce with Paul Robitaille 05/15/2024

Episode Eight: A People Born of Commerce with Paul Robitaille Join host Samantha Loney as she sits down with Advocate Strategies Paul Robataille to discuss his journey from the world of forestry to business, the work he is doing to help Metis businesses, and how we build a strong Metis economy. To learn more about Advocate Strategies visit www.advocatestrategies.ca To find a Metis business near you, visit shopmetisonline.ca This season was made with the support of 880 Cities Ontario Changemakers and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Culture and Economic Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/31010058

Episode Seven: Metis Mental Health with Lynne Castonaguay 05/08/2024

Episode Seven: Metis Mental Health with Lynne Castonaguay Join host Samantha Loney as she sits down with her counselor to discuss the effects of intergenerational trauma, the different types of therapy, and why Indigenous representation in mental healthcare is important. To learn more about mental health services provided by the MNO visit If you are First Nations and need mental health care visit To follow us on Facebook click . To Follow us on Instagram click This season of Travelling Metis was made in support with 880 Cities Ontario Changemakers and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Culture and Economic Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/31010023

Episode Six: Thunder Bay with Wendy Houston 05/01/2024

Episode Six: Thunder Bay with Wendy Houston Join host Samantha Loney as she sits down with Thunder Bay Metis Council President Wendy Houston to discuss the difficulties of serving citizens across a large geographical region, disconnection with culture, and what she is doing to better communicate the history of Metis people in her area. To learn more about the Thunder Bay Metis Council you can visit their website mnotbay.com. To follow Travelling Metis on Facebook, click . To follow us on Instagram, click . This season was made possible by 880 Cities Ontario Changemakers and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Culture and Economics Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/30940523

Episode Five: Gateway to the North with Gavin Pigeau 04/24/2024

Episode Five: Gateway to the North with Gavin Pigeau Host Samantha Loney talks with Chair of the North Bay Metis Council, Gavin Pigeau, about his journey reconnecting to culture, the importance of reciprocity, and how joining his Metis council allowed him to ‘come home’ to his community. To learn more about the North Bay Metis Council, visit their website This podcast was made possible with the help of the 880 Cities Ontario Changemakers program and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Culture and Economic Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/30401033

Episode Four: Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy with Joanie McGuffin 04/17/2024

Episode Four: Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy with Joanie McGuffin Host Samantha Loney talks to founder of the Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy Joanie McGuffin about why it is important to protect the Lake Superior watershed, how to work with Indigenous communities and her canoe journey across Turtle Island. To learn more about the Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy visit https://superiorconservancy.org/ To learn more about Metis tours visit To learn more about the McGuffins, visit their website This podcast was made possible with the help of the 880 Cities Changemakers program and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Economic and Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/30399393

Episode Three: Tanshi Clay with Emily O'Hara 04/10/2024

Episode Three: Tanshi Clay with Emily O'Hara Host Samantha Loney talks with Emily O’Hara from Tanshi Clay about starting her own business, healing generational trauma through beadwork and what it was like attending her first pow wow. To check out the products available from Tanshi Clay, check out their socials and webiste below. Tiktok: Instagram: Website: This podcast was made possible through the help of the 880 Cities Ontario Changemakers program and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Culture and Economic Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/30399333

Episode Two: Harvest with Brooke Wiens 04/03/2024

Episode Two: Harvest with Brooke Wiens Host Samantha Loney talks with Brooke Wiens a councillor for the Niagara Metis Council about the importance of harvesting for Metis people, how she found community in Ontario after moving from Alberta, and what she hopes to see for the future of the Metis Nation. To find out more about Metis events happening in the Niagara region, visit the council's website And make sure to follow us on facebook and on instagram . This season was made possible with the help of 880 Cities Ontario Changemakers and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Culture and Economic Development Fund. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/30399233

Episode One: 2Spirit Stories with Rihkee Strapp 03/27/2024

Episode One: 2Spirit Stories with Rihkee Strapp Host Samantha Loney talks with 2Spirited artist, Rihkee Strapp about the importance of 2Spirited people to Indigenous culture, what it means to be a socially-engaged artist and how to support artists in Northern Ontario. Check out Rihkee’s art . To support and learn more about the Northern Indigenous Artists Alliance . This podcast was made possible with the help of 880 Cities Ontario Changemakers and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Culture and Economic Development Grant. Maarsii for watching and remember to follow us on and . /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/30362468

Season Two Trailer 03/14/2024

Season Two Trailer Join host Samantha Loney for the second season of the Travelling Metis podcast as she travels around the province of Ontario to discuss everything from canoeing, people’s first pow wow experiences and everyone’s favourite subject Bill C-53. Some of this season’s guest include Joanie McGuffin of the Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy, Emily O’Hara of Tanshi Clay and president of the Thunder Bay Metis Council Wendy Houston, along with much more.a Catch up on last seasons episodes and make sure to like and subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. Follow us on Facebook . And follow us on Instagram . This podcast was made possible with the help of 880 Cities Ontario Changemakers and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Culture and Economic Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/30362203

Episode Five: A Metis Story 10/18/2023

Episode Five: A Metis Story Host Samantha sits down with filmmaker Jack Belhemeur and actress Olivia Lucas to discuss the importance of storytelling, what makes Metis people’s perspective so different and Metis people’s presence in the film industry. Special appearance by residential school and 60s scoop survivor advocate Vanessa Lamirande. Featured voice actors: Keith Smith, Janis Qavavauq-Bibeau, Alyssa Andronyk, Grady MacTavish, Zakiah Dumansky, Samantha Loney, Quinn Cahoose, Zonya Jacobs, and Chris Lapointe. Remember to like and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of the podcast! Follow us on and . Special thanks to our sponors the Barrie South Simcoe Metis Council, the City of Barrie, 880 Cities, and the Metis Nation of Onatrio's Metis Culture Based Economic Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/28227608

Episode Four: The Sound of Metis Music 10/11/2023

Episode Four: The Sound of Metis Music Host Samantha Loney sits down with Juno nominated artist Donny Parenteau to discuss Metis people’s impact on the music scene, how he got started as a musician and the famed Metis fiddle. Special appearance by Indigenous 150+ podcaster Nika Pazuik. Featured voice actors: Samantha Loney, Alyssa Andronyk, Jill Lefaive, Quinn Cahoose, Grady MacTavish and Chris Lapointe. Check out Nika Pazuik’s interviews on Indigenous 150+ with and by clicking on their names. Remember to like and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of the podcast! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook. Special thanks to our sponors the Barrie South Simcoe Metis Council, the City of Barrie, 880 Cities, and the Metis Nation of Onatrio's Metis Culture Based Economic Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/28227818

Episode Three: The Flower Beadwork People 10/04/2023

Episode Three: The Flower Beadwork People Host Samantha Loney sits down with artist Christi Belcourt to discuss the creation of her famed beadwork art, and the impact she hopes her work leaves on the environment. Special guest Kim Walden returns to continue her discussion on the struggles modern Metis artisans have in the modern technological age. Featured voice actors: Chris Lapointe, Quinn Cahoose, Keith Smith, Samantha Loney, Zonya Jacobs, Janis Qavavauq-Bibeau, Zakiah Dumansky, and Chris Lapointe. Remember to like and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of the podcast! Follow us on and . Check out Christi's work . Special thanks to our sponors the Barrie South Simcoe Metis Council, the City of Barrie, 880 Cities, and the Metis Nation of Onatrio's Metis Culture Based Economic Development Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/28003416

Episode Two: Children of the Fur Trade 09/27/2023

Episode Two: Children of the Fur Trade Host Samantha Loney sits down with historian John Gaudaur Savage to discuss the fur trade and the unique way the Great Lakes Metis contributed to Metis history. Special appearances by environmental activist Erin Blondeau and artisan Kim Weldon. Featured voice actors: Etienne Beausoleil, Grady MacTavish, Keith Smith, Samantha Loney, Quinn Cahoose, and Chris Lapointe. Remember to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss a minute! Follow us on and . Special thanks to our sponors the Barrie South Simcoe Metis Council, the City of Barrie, 880 Cities, and the Metis Nation of Onatrio's Metis Culture Based Economic DEvelopment Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/28003353

Episode One: Who are the Metis? 09/20/2023

Episode One: Who are the Metis? Host Samantha Loney sits down with Region Seven’s Metis Youth Council President, Jordyn Playne, to discuss what qualifies someone to be Metis, the benefits of connecting to community and how the recent rise of pretendians effects Metis youth. Featured voice actors: Samantha Loney, Alyssa Andronyk, Zakiah Dumansky, Keith Smith, Quinn Cahoose, Chris Lapointe, Zonya Jacobs and Grady MacTavish. Remember to like and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of the podcast Remember to follow us on and . Special thanks to our sponors the Barrie South Simcoe Metis Council, the City of Barrie, 880 Cities, and the Metis Nation of Onatrio's Metis Culture Based Economic DEvelopment Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/28003263

Travelling Metis Trailer 09/13/2023

Travelling Metis Trailer Travelling Metis is comedy podcast hosted by Samantha Loney as she attempts to provide a better understanding of Metis culture using comedy with scripted vignettes, interviews with knowledge keepers and man on the street interviews. In season one, we sit down with Metis artist Christi Belcourt, Juno nominated musician Donny Parenteau, Motherland actress Olivia Lucas and many more! Like and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of this 5-part series. Remember to follow Travelling Metis on and A special thank you to our sponsors the Barrie South Simcoe Metis Council, the City of Barrie, 880 Cities and the Metis Nation of Ontario's Metis Culutre Based Economics Grant. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/28003131

Train Hopping 01/25/2023

Train Hopping A young metis woman struggles with the decision to travel across the country to connect with her culture and distant family. Follow @metisandmeprogram on instagram and Facebook to learn more about the Metis and Me Program. Email to learn how you can share what being Metis means to you. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/25724994

Pause and Start 01/25/2023

Pause and Start This is an interactive podcast to be used as a learning tool by teachers and parents to help give their kids a wider perspective of culture. This episode is the Indigenous people’s but specifically the Metis. It is for children of all learning styles and encourages listeners to pause and start to ask questions, discuss, and even includes a worksheet to be done while listening. Please download this image to participate in the podcast: Follow @metisandmeprogram on instagram and Facebook for more information about the Metis and Me Program. Email to learn how you can share what being Metis means to you. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/25724913

Bingo Hall Disaster 02/07/2023

Bingo Hall Disaster Fallon takes listeners on a funny rendition of her first “sleepover” at a classmates house living on the Reserve and we laugh as the highs and lows of her high school love life unfold, based loosely on true events. Follow @metisandmeprogram on instagram and Facebook for more information on the Metis and Me Porgram. Email to find out how to share what being Metis means to you. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/25724799

Stories from the Metis and Me Program Trailer 01/31/2023

Stories from the Metis and Me Program Trailer Louis Riel said, “My people will sleep for one hundred years, but when they awake, it will be the artists who give them their spirit back.” This 14-week program is designed to connect creative Metis youth with their community and cultural ancestry by asking themselves the question, what does it mean to be Metis? These are their stories. Follow @metisnadmeprogram on instagram and facebook to learn more about the Metis and Me program. Email: metisandmeprogram to find out how to share your story and what being Metis means to you. /episode/index/show/b617349b-eed1-4586-8a20-03d49f760d5f/id/25724679

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