Videos

Michif Christmas Carols | A Red River Métis Holiday Performance by Dave Lavalee

December 23, 2025

Celebrate the season with holiday classics, Red River Métis style 🎄🎶 Enjoy this festive performance of holiday songs sung in Michif by Red River Métis artist Dave Lavallee.

Shop Red River Métis: Supporting Red River Métis-Owned Businesses in Winnipeg

December 4, 2025

When you shop Red River Métis, you're not only supporting a local business - you're investing in our community and empowering the next generation of Red River Métis entrepreneurs.

The Russel Cook Memorial Singers - MMF AGA 2025

December 1, 2025

Shop Red River Métis: Inside Anne Mulaire, Red River Métis Fashion + Design

November 27, 2025

Meet Anne Mulaire, Red River Métis designer and owner of Anne Mulaire, a proudly sustainable fashion house rooted in culture, identity, and craftsmanship.

Manitoba Métis Federation celebrates National Housing Day

November 21, 2025

On November 22nd, we're highlighting the progress our Red River Métis Government is making to ensure Citizens have access to safe, affordable, and culturally grounded housing

Louis Riel Commemoration 2025

November 18, 2025

On November 16th, 2025, we gathered at Louis Riel's gravesite to commemorate and honour our Red River Métis leader on the date of his execution.

Shop Red River Métis: Inside CatEyeStrophic Beauty with Kelsey Gillespie

November 17, 2025

Meet Kelsey Gillespie, Red River Métis Citizen and owner of CatEyeStrophic Beauty.

Join Us At The 2025 Grey Cup Festival!

November 10, 2025

The Manitoba Métis Federation is honoured to welcome fans from across Canada to experience the vibrant spirit of our Nation during the 2025 Grey Cup Festival, taking place November 10th to 16th, 2025.

Celebrating the life and legacy of Red River Métis Veteran Lawrence LaLiberte

November 3, 2025

Glenn LaLiberte spoke with MMF Spotlight about his father, Red River Métis Veteran Sgt. LaLiberte and his legacy of fighting for our freedoms during World War II, including his service on D-Day in 1944.

Celebrating the Red River Métis Business Excellence Awards Gala

October 20, 2025

Red River Métis business owners and entrepreneurs from across the homeland gathered at the Inaugural Red River Métis Business Excellence Awards Gala to celebrate the growth and advancement of our business community.

2025 AGA Day 3 Highlights

October 20, 2025

The final day of our 2025 Annual General Assembly was filled with pride, connection, and celebration. From powerful speeches to heartfelt moments with Citizens, we closed out another incredible gathering.

MMF Wildfire Relief Recap 2025

October 19, 2025

Together with our Citizens, we quickly jumped into action to not only support our Citizens forced to flee their homes, but all wildfire evacuees in the province we brought into Canada's Confederation.

2025 AGA Day 2 Highlights

October 19, 2025

The energy's high on Day 2 of the 2025 Annual General Assembly! From inspiring discussions to powerful connections, Citizens gathered at Assiniboia Downs to celebrate the progress of our Red River Métis Government.

2025 AGA Day 1 Highlights

October 18, 2025

Day 1 of the 2025 Annual General Assembly is in full swing! From opening remarks to community connections, Citizens gathered at Assiniboia Downs to celebrate the strength, growth, and progress of your Red River Métis Government.

Red River Métis Jigger Turned Boxer: Gavin Forbes Represents the MMF in the Ring

September 26, 2025

From jigging to jabs, Red River Métis Citizen Gavin Forbes is busy training for the September 27, 2025, Melee Gala X boxing tournament.

Step Into the Ring with Red River Métis Boxer Braeden Yurkiw

September 26, 2025

Red River Métis boxer Braeden Yurkiw has been training since the spring for the September 27, 2025, Melee Gala X boxing tournament, in support of the Manitoba Métis Federation's Heritage Fund, raising money for Michif Manor.

Manitoba Métis Federation Chimney Swift Monitoring Program At Roxy Lanes

September 22, 2025

The MMF's Energy, Infrastructure, and Resource Management Department is taking important steps to protect Chimney Swift habitats, which were once located at the former Roxy Lanes site in Winnipeg.

Melee Gala X: Manitoba's Premier Boxing Gala Event

September 3, 2025

M Builds presents Melee Gala X, Manitoba's premier boxing gala event, on September 27, 2025, at Club Regent Event Centre in Winnipeg, supporting the MMF Heritage Fund and benefiting Michif Manor on Notre Dame.

Remembering Red River Métis musician Al Desjarlais

August 27, 2025

Anyone who's attended an MMF event knows the unforgettable music of Al Desjarlais.

SCO and MMF Sign Historic Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Economic Reconciliation in Manitoba

August 15, 2025

The Southern Chiefs' Organization (SCO) and the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), National Government of the Red River Métis, are proud to announce the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

Serving Tradition: Red River Métis Business Supports Wildfire Evacuees

August 12, 2025

Join us as we connect with Anthony Faraci, owner of Faraci Foods and The Bannock Factory, to learn more about bannock, a traditional food that has sustained the Red River Métis for generations.

Louis Riel College Graduation Class of 2025

July 21, 2025

On Saturday June 28, 2025, Louis Riel College celebrated its largest graduating class yet in the first graduation ceremony following the official rebranding of the college from Louis Riel Vocational College to Louis Riel College.

National Fishing Week 2025

July 17, 2025

Grab your tackle box and fishing rod because we're celebrating Fishing Week from June 28 to July 6 with the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF).

National Indigenous Peoples Day 2025 In Selkirk

July 16, 2025

Watch the highlights from this year's National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration in Selkirk, Manitoba, where Red River Métis Citizens and members of the public came together on June 21, 2025, to honour culture, community, and connection!

Manitoba Métis Federation at Dauphin Pride 2025

July 16, 2025

Manitoba Métis Federation's (MMF) Northwest Region held their pride event, in partnership with Mountain View Teachers Association, the City of Dauphin, the Dauphin Friendship Centre, and the West Region Treaty 2 & 4 Health Services.

President Chartrand addresses the House of Commons

June 19, 2025

Watch President Chartrand addressing the House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, speaking on key issues that directly impact our Red River Métis community.

President Chartrand speaks on Bill C-5

June 16, 2025

President Chartrand speaks on Bill C-5, affirming that the Red River Métis are ready to help build Canada's economic future.

I Love To Bead Month - Jennine Krauchi

May 20, 2025

Jennine Krauchi is a world-renowned master beadwork artist. She is known for keeping the beadwork tradition alive and bringing beadwork to the community through her art and mentorship, a value that was instilled in her by her parents.

I Love To Bead Month - Prairie Owl Beads

May 20, 2025

Danielle and Gabrielle Desrochers are ready to bring their Red River Métis culture into the community through beadwork.

Manitoba Day - 2025

May 12, 2025

Manitoba Day, celebrated on May 12th as the day the Manitoba Act recieved Royal Assent in 1870. The feat didn't just happen - it was made by the Red River Métis.

MMF celebrates ribbon cutting on mixed use residence for Elders and seniors in Selkirk

May 2, 2025

On April 30, 2025, the Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF), the National Government of the Red River Métis, officially opened our mixed-use residential complex in Selkirk, Manitoba, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

MMF President Chartrand speaks at the funeral of Pope Francis

April 29, 2025

Pope Francis's funeral was held in St. Peter's Square on Saturday - a solemn ceremony that brought leaders, dignitaries and mourners from around the world.

MMF Opens Little Infinity Child Care Centre in St. Andrews

April 11, 2025

On March 24, the Manitoba Métis Federation celebrated the grand opening of Little Infinity, an Infinity Women Secretariat (IWS) affiliated child care centre.

Songs of the Red River: Celebrating the musical legacy of the Vezina Family

April 11, 2025

The Vezina family, a proud Red River Métis family from Grand Marais, Manitoba, shares their rich musical legacy in this Red River Métis Roundtable interview.

Louis Riel Day - 2025

February 14, 2025

This February, as we celebrate Louis Riel and his legacy, the MMF encourages everyone to learn about Manitoba's First Premier and the history of the Red River Métis.

Meet Your Red River Métis Inclusion Coordinator - University Of Winnipeg

February 4, 2025

Have you met your on-campus Métis Inclusion Coordinators? Our three Métis Inclusion Coordinators help Red River Métis students transition into post-secondary education and pr

Meet Your Red River Métis Inclusion Coordinator - University Of Manitoba

February 4, 2025

Have you met your on-campus Métis Inclusion Coordinators? Our three Métis Inclusion Coordinators help Red River Métis students transition into post-secondary education and pr

Meet Your Red River Métis Inclusion Coordinator at Brandon University

January 30, 2025

Learn more about our Métis Inclusion Coordinators who help Red River Métis students transition into post-secondary education, promoting Métis culture.

State of the Nation 2024 - October 19, 2024

October 25, 2024

27 Years of Leadership From President Chartrand - October 25, 2024

October 25, 2024

Louis Riel: The First Premier of Manitoba - February 26, 2024

February 26, 2024

Minister Buors - June 13, 2022

June 13, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 09 - May 16, 2022

May 16, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 08 - May 09, 2022

May 9, 2022

Rome: Day 4 - Delegation travels to Anzio to pay tribute to fallen Canadian soldiers

May 6, 2022

Rome: Day 3 - Delegation meets Pope Francis to talk reconciliation and renewal

April 29, 2022

Rome: Day 2 - Delegates participated in mass at the historic Basilica Papale di Santa Maria Maggiore

April 29, 2022

Rome: Day 1 - President Chartrand greets Rome delegates

April 20, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 07 - April 11, 2022

April 11, 2022

State of the Nation - April 04, 2022

April 4, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 06 - March 28, 2022

March 28, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 05 - March 18, 2022

March 18, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 04 - March 14, 2022

March 14, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 03 - March 04, 2022

March 4, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 02 - February 28, 2022

February 28, 2022

Ask your President: Ep 01 - February 18, 2022

February 18, 2022

Red River Métis IPCAs - February 11, 2022

February 11, 2022

Minister Goodon - February 04, 2022

February 4, 2022

Minister Beaudin - January 28, 2022

January 28, 2022

Minister Goodon - January 21, 2022

January 21, 2022