CELEBRATING CULTURAL REVIVAL AND THE TRADITION OF PASSING ON GENERATIONAL KNOWLEDGE THROUGH A ROYAL CANADIAN MINT COIN HONOURING THE RED RIVER MÉTIS
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CELEBRATING CULTURAL REVIVAL AND THE TRADITION OF PASSING ON GENERATIONAL KNOWLEDGE THROUGH A NEW ROYAL CANADIAN MINT COIN HONOURING THE RED RIVER MÉTIS
WINNIPEG, MB, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-AsiaNet/ --
IN THE HEART OF THE NATIONAL HOMELAND OF THE RED RIVER MÉTIS -- The Red River
Métis tradition of sharing and preserving knowledge by passing it on from one
generation to the next through art and storytelling is celebrated on a new fine
silver coin showcasing the tradition of Red River Métis beadwork. This latest
coin in the Mint's "Generations" series, tells the story of the Red River Métis
through the intricate beadwork patterns of Manitoba Métis artist Jennine
Krauchi. This inspiring collectable was unveiled at the Mint's Winnipeg
facility today and is now available for purchase.
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"The Mint was privileged to work in close collaboration with the Manitoba Métis
to develop a coin that pays respect to their cherished cultural traditions,
which are essential to preserving their ancestral knowledge and history," said
Marie Lemay, President and CEO of the Royal Canadian Mint. "As a proud
expression of Métis culture and identity, this coin sheds new light on the
story of the Red River Métis and we are honoured to help foster a better
understanding of the Métis Nation as this beautiful silver keepsake is passed
on from generation to generation."
"Today is a proud day for the Manitoba Métis Federation as the National
Government of the Red River Métis," said David Chartrand, President of the
Manitoba Métis Federation. "Our unique prairie floral beadwork is a critical
part of our history, identity, and culture. At times in the past, the distinct
designs were so well known that we were called the flower beadwork people, in
recognition of this art form. Today, prairie floral beadwork is experiencing a
revival amongst our Citizens, led by people like Master Beadwork Artist Jennine
Krauchi, who has worked diligently for years to pass her extensive knowledge on
to others in our Nation."
"As we continue on the path of reconciliation, it is so important to showcase
the cultures and histories of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis people in a way
that accurately reflects their traditional knowledge and experiences," said The
Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance.
"After working closely with the Manitoba Métis Federation, this new coin
beautifully captures the story of the Red River Métis Nation, and will remind
Canadians from coast to coast to coast that Métis heritage is a fundamental
part of our shared story."
Designed by Métis artist Jennine Krauchi, the reverse of the 2022 $20 Fine
Silver Coin – Generations: The Red River Métis reverse features an engraving of
an original floral beadwork pattern. The design includes elements of the Michif
language.
La Rivyeer Rooz, meaning the Red River, is inscribed at the base of the design,
above which roots represent the Red River Métis homeland and ancestry. From the
infinity symbol symbolizing the Métis Nation's eternal and unbreakable spirit
flow two bands representing the Red River. They contain the words
Taapweeyimisho and Taapweeyimik lii Michif, for "Believe in yourself" and
"Believe in (the) Métis".
The fire in the centre of the design speaks to a period of repression and loss,
but the prairie rose—a classic Red River Métis motif—represents the survival
and cultural resurgence of the Nation. Long stems are characteristically
adorned with two or three bead accents known as "mouse tracks", while leaves
and flower buds fill the pattern with a sense of love and joy. The obverse
features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.
"I have always tried to tell our stories through my beadwork, whether it's a
personal story or a broader theme. For this coin, I tried to tell a little of
the history of the Red River Métis, our struggles and hardships and what we
have overcome as a people," said artist Jennine Krauchi. "I never thought that
my journey of Métis beadwork would result in having my design chosen to be
featured on a coin. I am so very proud, humbled and honoured. I created this
image in celebration of all my Métis ancestors and all of the beaders who came
before me, right back to those who picked up the first bead and produced this
beautiful art form."
Limited to a world-wide mintage of 5,000, this 99.99% pure silver coin retails
for $99.95 CAD and can be ordered as of today by directly contacting the Royal
Canadian Mint at 1-800-267-1871 in Canada, 1-800-268-6468 in the US, or at
www.mint.ca. It will also be available at the Royal Canadian Mint's boutiques
in Ottawa and Winnipeg, at participating Canada Post outlets, and through the
Mint's global network of dealers and distributors.
Images of the coin are available here (
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About the Royal Canadian Mint
The Royal Canadian Mint is the Crown corporation responsible for the minting
and distribution of Canada's circulation coins. The Mint is one of the largest
and most versatile mints in the world, offering a wide range of specialized,
high quality coinage products and related services on an international scale.
For more information on the Mint, its products and services, visit www.mint.ca.
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For more information, media are asked to contact: Alex Reeves, Senior Manager,
Public Affairs, Telephone: 613-884-6370, reeves@mint.ca; Kat Patenaude, Media
Relations Advisor, Manitoba Métis Federation, Telephone: 204-801-7710,
Kat.Patenaude@mmf.mb.ca
SOURCE: Royal Canadian Mint (RCM)
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