Métis Early Learning

Rupertsland Centre for Teaching and Learning (RCTL) is committed to supporting and developing Métis-centric education and ways of being for early learners. RCTL started developing early learning initiatives with community engagement and working with community-informed expert focus groups.

Early Learning Education Childcare Training (ELECT)

The ELECT program teaches participants authentic Métis ways of being and helps early learning educators weave appropriate Métis education into their early learning centres. The ELECT participants were selected using specific criteria to experience Métis culture, knowledge, and traditions by attending authentic Métis education-filled weekends at Métis Crossing, attending weekly virtual instructional meetings, and completing two online certificate courses.

Email earlylearning@rupertsland.org to learn more.

Learn more about ELECT in the RECC Room ELECT page!

Preschool Funding for Métis Early Learners

RCTL also provides support for preschool funding. This includes a subsidy of up to $75 a month. Students must be Métis learners. Register on the waitlist via the RECC room.

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Métis Early Learning Resources

RCTL is starting to develop authentic Métis resources for our early learners and their educators. Check them out at the links below!

Early Learning - R.E.C.C. Room Login to the RECC Room to visit the Early Learning Community for Pre-School and Early Learning Resources

Instructional Video - Who Are You Song This is a short video where educator and Michif language holder, Sandra Davenport, introduces herself and touches on her teaching methodologies.

Who Are You Song - Sandra Davenport This video is a valuable, teaching resource and is also engaging and fun! Educator and Michif language holder, Sandra Davenport, shares her beautiful singing voice and actions. This naturally invites the learner to participate and learn Michif in a supportive way.

Bibliography This document has links to additional resources created by the Louis Riel Institute, Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research, and the Métis Nation of Alberta, among others.