
Métis Nation—Saskatchewan announces Batoche Métis Fall Festival
A celebration of Métis culture is set to headline community events slated to take place throughout the autumn season.
Métis Nation—Saskatchewan (MN-S) announced Batoche Métis Fall Festival will take place from Sept. 2-5. Throughout the weekend, people will have the opportunity to come together and engage in traditional Métis activities and other cultural customs.
The four-day affair is presented to all people free of charge. Camping sites and electricity is also complementary during the festival. Event organizers stated the decision to provide these amenities at no cost was made to encourage people to participate in the cultural celebration without the stress of financial concerns.
According to MN-S Culture and Heritage Minister Sherry McLennan, the event serves as a celebration of life while honouring the lives lost during the pandemic.