The Housing Support Worker of IMFCSS
Who is Vance?
This tool is essential for flipping burgers and turning steaks on the grill.
What is a spatula?
The fried bread is often made during Métis gatherings
What is bannock?
The name of the colourful woven belt often worn by Métis people?
What is the Métis sash?
You can make it on the beach
What is a sand castle?
The LifeSkills Coach of IMFCSS
Who is Olivia?
This sweet and tangy sauce is a BBQ staple, often brushed onto ribs or chicken while grilling.
What is barbecue sauce?
This is a sweet preserve, made from wild berries (a Métis staple)
What is Saskatoon berry jam?
The infinity loops on the Métis flag represent
What is the joining of two cultures forever / Métis identity lasting forever?
This cold treat is a favourite on hot summer days and comes in flavours like vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry.
What is ice cream?
The Executive Director of IMFCSS
Who is Melanie Hudson?
A BBQ technique where meat is cooked "low and slow."
What is smoking?
The traditional name of dried meat often used in Métis cooking
What is pemmican?
The two colours traditionally used for the Métis flag
What are blue and white?
This activity involves sitting around a fire, roasting marshmallows, and often telling stories or singing songs.
What is camping or having a campfire?
The Neurodiversity Support Worker of IMFCSS
Who is Andrew?
This cob-ular classic is often grilled and slathered in butter.
What is Corn on the Cob?
The common garden vegetable was often pickled or canned by Métis families
What are cucumbers/carrots/beets?
The art form often done with seed beads used to decorate clothing and accessories
What is beadwork?
You might need this item to protect your skin when spending lots of time in the sun.
What is sunscreen?
The Receptionist of IMFCSS
Who is Mandi?
These BBQ items are made from ground meat and sometimes include breadcrumbs and egg.
What are meatballs?
Métis food reflects both Indigenous and European roots. This European dish was often adapted into a stew using local game like rabbit or deer
What is ragout/rubaboo?
The floral beadwork symbolizes this in Métis culture
What is the connection to land, family, and storytelling?
This term describes the natural phenomenon where the days are longer and the nights are shorter.
What is the summer solstice?