Métis Memories of Residential Schools

A Testament to the Strength of the Métis

Tile #5

The Multipurpose Red River Cart

The Multipurpose Red River Cart

Teaching Statement:

The Métis were central to the Fur Trade, an economic enterprise that spanned the continent. The Red River Carts that could move across land and water made this possible.

Reflective Questions:

What functions did the Red River Cart serve and why was it essential to trade?  What role did the Red River Cart play in building a sense of community?