By Kristen Lawson Louis Riel was considered a traitor by the Canadian government, which hanged him on November 16, 1885 for his role in the North-West Resistance.Yet he remains a symbol of strength and resilience to the Métis people, who consider him a hero for fighting to protect their lands. Vancouver’s Compaignie V’ni Dansi is
By Kaija Pepper Yvonne Chartrand has been steadfastly bringing her welcoming vision to the stage through her small Vancouver company V’ni Dansi since 2000. The name translates as “Come and Dance” in Mitchif (the language spoken by the Métis) and this invitation to share is felt throughout her body of work. V’ni Dansi’s latest production,