{"id":716,"date":"2023-11-20T18:56:20","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T18:56:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/experiencemetis.ca\/index.php\/terms-privacy\/"},"modified":"2026-01-13T22:57:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T22:57:24","slug":"our-policies","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/experiencemetis.ca\/index.php\/our-policies\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Policies"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Everyone is welcome at Experience M\u00e9tis workshops. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, and inclusive space where people of all backgrounds, races, nationalities, genders, sexual orientations, religions, and socio-economic statuses are embraced. While we welcome open minds and diverse perspectives, we do not tolerate views rooted in harm, hatred or exclusion.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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If you need assistance to attend a workshop, we warmly encourage you to reach out to us at info@experiencemetis.ca<\/a><\/strong>\u2014we\u2019re here to help make your experience accessible and welcoming.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Below is an overview of how our programs are organized, along with guidance on choosing the right format for your group.<\/p>

Experiences<\/strong>
An Experience is a single session or a series of sessions led by a M\u00e9tis culture keeper who provides instruction and cultural context. Culture keepers may incorporate the surrounding landscape, natural materials, traditional tools and methods, storytelling, and lived experience to enrich learning and invite participants into a M\u00e9tis worldview. Experiences may be offered as one-time events or as recurring teachings that allow for deeper engagement over time.<\/p>

Residencies<\/strong>
A Residency is a multi-day program made up of many Experiences. Residencies are well suited for schools, universities, and larger communities that serve multiple groups or require a range of programming. Residencies are offered in 3- or 5-day formats. A 3-day residency typically includes 12\u201315 Experiences, while a 5-day residency includes 18\u201320 Experiences. Schedules are customized to meet the needs of your community.<\/p>

Workshops<\/strong>
The term workshop<\/em> is often used interchangeably with Experience<\/em>, particularly when referring to arts- and crafts-based offerings.<\/p>

Programs<\/strong>
A Program refers to the customized collection of Experiences and\/or Workshops designed for your group, or a Residency created to meet your specific goals and context.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Our workshops are for any group seeking to learn about M\u00e9tis culture, art & nature relationships in a respectful way. We work with M\u00e9tis and other Indigenous communities, schools, colleges and universities, professional associations, nonprofits, faith and community organizations, and corporate groups. Offerings can be tailored for adults, children, youth, elders, and mixed-age groups, and are well suited for classrooms, lunch-and-learns, conferences, and community events.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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Programs are available in the Greater Calgary Area, including Airdrie, Calgary, Okotoks, Cochrane, High River, Chestermere, and surrounding towns. Travel fees may apply for programs outside these areas – please see Residency Programs Across Alberta<\/b> below for more information.<\/p>

Experience M\u00e9tis does not currently operate from a permanent culture camp space. Instead, we offer experiences at your location, in one of your city’s green spaces or parks, or at a venue of your choosing.<\/p>

The Red River Cart, Trapper\u2019s Tent, and Culture Camp are transportable experiences that can be set up in most large indoor or outdoor spaces. A flat, accessible area is required, and access to the space must allow for setup and takedown. Booking and coordination of the venue are the responsibility of the client. Please contact us<\/a> for details about the transportable Culture Camp experiences.<\/p>

Please note that some locations may have limited wheelchair accessibility. If you have any questions or specific accessibility needs, we encourage you to contact us at info@experiencemetis.ca<\/a><\/strong> before your workshop or experience.<\/p>

Outdoor experiences\u2014such as medicine walks\u2014can be arranged in most parks in Calgary, Okotoks, Cochrane, High River or Airdrie. Our cities offer a beautiful variety of natural spaces to explore, and we’re happy to help you choose a suitable location.\u00a0<\/p>

Residency Programs Across Alberta<\/strong><\/p>

We can provide 4 or 5 day residency programs across Alberta in Metis Arts, Medicine and Culture. Travel fees may apply to accommodate the needs of the culture keeper during their visit.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t

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