Louis Riel News Archive
![On Feb. 17, 2017, the Métis flag will be raised at University Centre at 10:30 a.m.](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Metis-flag_WEB-150x150.jpg)
Indigenous
Honour Louis Riel Day by plugging into upcoming Métis virtual events
February 9, 2021 —
Whether you are looking to get more active, or are eager to learn more about Métis history, there’s a virtual event for you from now through March
![On Feb. 17, 2017, the Métis flag will be raised at University Centre at 10:30 a.m.](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Metis-flag_WEB-150x150.jpg)
Louis Riel Day Celebrations
February 14, 2017 —
On Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, the third-annual U of M Louis Riel Day Celebrations will take place at Migizii Agamik – Bald Eagle Lodge
![Louis Riel, circa 1870](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/Riel-1-150x150.jpg)
Remembering the legacy of Louis Riel
February 14, 2017 —
For decades, Louis Riel was condemned as a rebel and traitor. Today, he is considered the founding father of Manitoba, a visionary thinker and protector of minority rights and culture
![The Louis Riel statute outside Migizii Agamik – Bald Eagle Lodge.](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/Riel_statute_WEB-150x150.jpg)
Video: Why do we celebrate Louis Riel Day in Manitoba?
February 14, 2017 —
Fred Shore, assistant professor in the department of native studies, explains why we celebrate Louis Riel Day in Manitoba