The Amelia Douglas Institute for Métis Culture and Language

Name: The Amelia Douglas Institute for Métis Culture and Language
Address: 13401 108 Avenue, Surrey, BC, V3T5T3, CA
Telephone: +17786547531

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The Amelia Douglas Institute is the centre for Métis culture and language resources in BC. We look forward to your visit!

10/08/2026

Join us for a virtual lunch-and-learn session with linguist Reid Hala to explore Michif languages, its revitalization, and its implications for the Métis Nation. This talk coincides with ADI's current language exhibition "Tân'si! Taanishi! Alo!", on until January 8, 2027.

Session details:
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 12:00–1:00 pm PT
Location: Online via Zoom

This workshop is open to Métis in B.C. and MNBC staff only.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/metis-culture-talks-exploring-michif-languages-tickets-2003087202745?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/06/2026

Let's eat! Speaking small but useful phrases like this with friends and family around the dinner table is a great way to practice your Michif.

Visit the gallery to see our featued exhibition all about Michif, “Tân’si! Taanishi! Alo!". On now until Janurary 8th!

09/13/2026

CALL OUT FOR NEW BOARD MEMBERS

Are you eager to contribute to enhancing Métis culture and language in BC? Volunteer your leadership, knowledge and expertise by joining the Amelia Douglas Institute’s (ADI) Board of Directors.

The ADI is seeking Board applicants with knowledge and experience in governance, fundraising, and non-profit management.

Each application must include the following:

A cover letter expressing why you would be a good fit

A resume or curriculum vitae that outlines your relevant employment, volunteer, lived and/or academic experience.

Please submit your application to Tom Long at [email protected] by October 2nd, 2026. Successful applicants will be appointed in accordance with ADI’s bylaws and notified in late June.

Maarsii for your interest!

09/09/2026

Our new “Tân’si! Taanishi! Alo! Michif Languages Exhibition" is on display now!

This exhibition was developed by Amelia Douglas Institute, the Métis Nation BC’s Ministry of Culture, Heritage, and Language, and Lost & Found Design.

Open September 9, 2026 to January 8, 2027. Book a visit online at ameliadouglasinstitute.ca.

09/04/2026

MNBC’s Ministry of Culture, Heritage and Language and the Amelia Douglas Institute are proud to present the Moss Bag Métis Heritage Arts Mentorship led by Métis artist Carmen Miller.

Over three and a half months of virtual workshops (Oct 2026-Jan 2027), participants will learn to create and bead their own moss bag in a small group mentorship setting. Completed moss bags will be showcased in a temporary exhibition at the Amelia Douglas Institute.

Open to 11 B.C.-based MNBC Citizens with intermediate to advanced skills.

Apply here: https://ameliadouglasinstitute.ca/mentorship.
Deadline to apply is September 17, 2026 at 12 pm PT.

09/01/2026

MNBC’s Ministry of Culture, Heritage and Language and the Amelia Douglas Institute are excited to host a virtual embroidery workshop as part of the Métis Culture Talks series.

What to know about this workshop:
• Métis artist and Elder Jo-Ina Young will be leading a three-part virtual scissor pocket workshop.
• Participants will learn about the history of Métis embroidery while creating their own embroidered watch pocket.
• This workshop is not intended participants who have no prior needlework experience. This is a level 2 heritage arts workshop. What does that mean? Visit the MNBC Culture, Heritage and Language page for more details.
• Some prior experience with Métis needlework is required, as participants will be building on fundamental techniques to further develop skills in hand sewing, finishing, and floral composition.

Workshop dates are:
• Tuesday, September 15 from 5:30–7:30 pm PT
• Tuesday, September 22 from 5:30–7:30 pm PT
• Tuesday, September 29 from 5:30–7:30 pm PT

Space will be limited to 20 participants, and we ask that you please only register if you can attend all three sessions.

There will be a $20 registration fee. A limited number of subsidized tickets are available for those for whom the fee is a barrier. To request a subsidized ticket, please email [email protected]. Subsidized tickets are granted on a first-come, first-served basis.

This workshop is open to Métis in BC only.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/metis-culture-talks-embroidered-watch-pocket-workshop-tickets-1999310531620?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/31/2026

Learn how to welcome someone in Michif!

We would like to welcome you to our newest exhibiton all about Michif, "Tân’si! Taanishi! Alo!", when it opens on September 8, 2026. Book a time to come visit on our website (link in bio).

08/29/2026

The Amelia Douglas Institute (ADI) is pleased to share our new Tân’si! Taanishi! Alo! Michif Languages Exhibition will be on display soon! Come to the ADI Showroom and see the first ever Michif languages exhibition in Canada!

This exhibition was developed by ADI, the Métis Nation BC’s Ministry of Culture, Heritage, and Language, and Lost & Found Design. Open September 8, 2026 to January 8, 2027. Book a visit online at ameliadouglasinstitute.ca.

08/25/2026

Join us for a virtual artist talk with 2-spirit Métis artist Carly Nabess. Finding Home Among the Floral Tuppies centres the creation of tuppies (dog blankets) while exploring themes of reclamation, Indigenous joy as resistance, longing, and the intergenerational transmission of knowledge, love, and healing.

Photo credit: Photo of Carly beading by Nicole Nabess.

Session Details:
Date: Thursday, September 3rd
Time: 5 – 6:30 PM PST
Location: Online via Zoom

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/metis-culture-talks-finding-home-among-the-floral-tuppies-tickets-1998788099010?aff=oddtdtcreator

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

07/31/2026

Join us for a virtual workshop with Laura Carpentier, ADI's Program Assistant, as she guides us through a journey of Amelia Douglas’ life.

Workshop details:
Date: Tuesday, August 11
Time: 12 – 1 PM PST
Location: Online via Zoom

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/metis-culture-talks-amelia-douglas-a-metis-matriarch-in-british-columbia-tickets-1996162720432?aff=oddtdtcreator

This workshop is open to Métis in BC and MNBC staff only. Questions? Email us at [email protected]

Address

13401 108 Avenue
Surrey, BC
V3T5T3

Telephone

+17786547531

Website

http://ameliadouglasinstitute.ca/

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