Funded Projects
A showcase of projects honouring, respecting, and preserving the legacies of Métis Veterans across Canada.
Projects We've Supported
Through the Commemoration Program, the MVLP has supported initiatives that honour our Métis Veterans across Canada.
July 22, 2026
Dufferin Gang Memorial Monument Project
Project Background & Objectives For the past eight years, the project committee has been working towards the installation of a memorial in Selkirk to honour the legacy of the Dufferin Gang. Approximately 20 to 22 members of the Dufferin Gang were Métis, making the monument an important initiative for recognizing Métis contributions and preserving local and regional history. The committee successfully raised sufficient funds to purchase a granite monument that will feature the names of all known Dufferin Gang members. The primary objective of the project was to complete the remaining stages of the memorial, including engraving, installation, and site preparation, ensuring that this important historical tribute could be publicly displayed and accessed by the community.
July 24, 2026
Celebrating the Legacy of WWII Red River Métis Veterans
Project Background & Objectives The "Celebrating the Legacy of WWII Red River Métis Veterans" initiative was launched to secure, preserve, and pass down a massive library of historic materials. Over a twenty-year period, a vast collection of raw multimedia content had been compiled—including individual recorded interviews, video footage of regional assemblies, event audio tapes, cassettes, CDs, and physical photographs. The primary goal of this project was to establish a dedicated archival workflow to systematically categorize, process, and completely digitize every single piece of this invaluable historic media before it was lost to time.
August 7, 2026
Faces of Canada Today (Juno Beach Centre)
Project Background & Objectives The Juno Beach Centre launched this project to renew and modernize its permanent Faces of Canada Today exhibition, which first opened in 2003 and was based on research from the 1990s. The goal was to create a more contemporary and inclusive representation of Canada, reflecting changes in Canadian society, remembrance, and reconciliation while ensuring that modern Veterans, youth, and Canadian Armed Forces personnel feel represented and welcomed. A key objective was to meaningfully incorporate Métis and Indigenous histories, perspectives, and military service. To support this work, the Centre partnered with First Peoples Group to develop content that highlights stories such as those of the Moar brothers and Captain Robert Thibeau, while also addressing Indigenous experiences and Canada’s colonial legacy.
August 26, 2026
St. Marks War Memorial Statue Rejuvenation
Project Background & Objectives The St. Marks War Memorial Statue Rejuvenation project preserves an important Red River Métis war memorial that had become severely deteriorated after more than 100 years of exposure to Manitoba’s climate. Erosion of the sandstone monument had made portions of the inscriptions unreadable and created safety concerns for visitors. The project was undertaken to preserve the history and sacrifices of Métis veterans, ensure their contributions are permanently recognized, and provide an opportunity to add the names of Métis veterans who were not included on the original monument.
July 31, 2026
Diary of a Deployed Doc
Project Background & Objectives Diary of a Deployed Doc was initiated by a Métis Veteran who wrote a book documenting their seven-month deployment in Bosnia in 1998, where they served as the medical advisor to the commander of the Canadian contingent. The project was created to share the experiences of an Indigenous physician serving in a leadership role within the Canadian Armed Forces and to highlight the important contributions Indigenous peoples have made, and continue to make, in military service and peacekeeping efforts. The applicant sought to publish the book in order to reach a broader audience and create a lasting record of their deployment experience. The project objectives included publishing 1,000 paperback copies of the book, making it accessible to Indigenous Veterans, libraries, and schools across Canada, and inspiring future generations through the documentation of Indigenous achievement, leadership, and service.
August 14, 2026
Woodridge Veterans Monument
Project Background & Objectives The Woodridge Veterans Monument was created to preserve and celebrate Métis history, culture, and achievements in a single, permanent location. Developed during Woodridge’s 125th anniversary year, the project aims to establish a prominent archive honouring 54 Métis Veterans, three nationally recognized Métis musicians, and the broader Métis contribution to the founding and development of the community. By combining multiple commemorative and educational elements in one site, the project seeks to create a richer and more meaningful visitor experience.
August 14, 2026
Métis Veteran Commemorative Wall (Fort Ellice)
Project Background & Objectives The Fort Ellice Local Community Hall Commemorative Wall Project was created to honour Métis Veterans and preserve their stories within a permanent display at the newly acquired Fort Ellice Local Community Hall in St. Lazare, Manitoba. The project aimed to create a dedicated space featuring framed photographs, engraved plaques, and service information that recognizes the contributions and sacrifices of Métis Veterans while fostering community pride and cultural awareness. In addition to the commemorative wall, the project included painting and upgrading the hall to create a welcoming gathering place that reflects Métis heritage and provides a space for community events, celebrations, and learning. The initiative was intended as the first step in a long-term plan to continue expanding recognition of local Métis Veterans and history.
July 30, 2026
Métis Veterans Memorial Banners (RCL St. Laurent)
Project Background & Objectives The St. Laurent Métis Branch #250 of the Royal Canadian Legion, the only Legion branch in Canada designated as a Métis Branch, launched the Métis Veterans Memorial Banner Project to honour and recognize the service and sacrifices of Métis veterans in the community. The project was inspired by stories from families who shared that many Métis veterans felt their contributions had not been fully recognized. Building on the branch’s Wall of Honour, which displays 97 veteran photographs, the initiative aims to create commemorative banners that celebrate veterans’ legacies and educate future generations about their service.
July 29, 2026
St. Jude's Memorial Banner Project
Project Background & Objectives The friends of Old St. Jude’s Church Inc. Initiated this project to honour the service and sacrifice of Métis veterans who served during the Second World War. The project’s objective was to create forty-eight 20” x 30” banners recognizing Métis veterans from the surrounding area. Where photographs were available, banners would include the veteran’s image, rank, and dates of service. For veterans whose photographs or detailed information could not be located, a community banner would be created to ensure their names and contributions were still recognized. The committee also committed to obtaining consent from family members before using any photographs.
August 25, 2026
HKVCA 80th Anniversary Commemoration - Legacy of Remembrance
Project Background & Objectives The Hong Kong Veterans Commemorative Association (HKVCA) created this project to host a three-day event in Ottawa marking the 80th Anniversary of Victory over Japan Day and honouring Canadians who served in the Battle of Hong Kong. A key objective was to recognize more than 100 identified Red River Métis veterans and ensure Métis history, culture, and military contributions were incorporated throughout the event.
July 30, 2026
Indigenous Veterans of C Force (HKVCA)
Project Background & Objectives The Hong Kong Veterans Commemorative Association (HKVCA) launched this project to identify, recognize, and honour Indigenous veterans who served with “C” Force during the 1941 Battle of Hong Kong. While evidence suggested that Métis and other Indigenous soldiers served in the Winnipeg Grenadiers and Royal Rifles of Canada, many had never been formally identified or acknowledged. The project aimed to research these veterans, preserve their stories, and create educational resources and a dedicated website section to ensure their contributions are remembered.
August 26, 2026
Honouring Our RRM Veterans - Turtle Mountain
Project Background & Objectives The Honouring Our RRM Veterans – Turtle Mountain project was created to honour Métis Veterans through the construction of a permanent memorial featuring an infinity shaped concrete walkway, flower beds, park benches, an engraved granite memorial slab, and two Métis infinity flags. The project aimed to create a lasting place of remembrance, education, and reflection for Métis citizens, youth and the broader community.
August 26, 2026
Métis Beaded Poppy Workshop
Project Background & Objectives The WWII Métis Veterans Commemoration Workshop was created to honour the contributions and sacrifices of WWII Métis Veterans by sharing their history and highlighting the significance of Métis beaded poppy as a symbol of remembrance. The project aimed to engage 100 Métis Citizens through free workshops that combined historical education with cultural learning, helping participants gain a deeper understanding of Métis military service and beadwork traditions.
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