Metis

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Metis or Métis may refer to:

Ethnic groups[edit]

  • Metis, mixed race persons in Gabon and elsewhere in francophone Africa
  • Métis, recognized Indigenous communities in Canada and America whose distinct culture and language emerged after early intermarriage between First Nations peoples and early European settlers, primarily French fur trappers
  • Métis in Canada are a recognized Indigenous nation, descended from specific First Nations peoples and early European settlers, and who trace their lineage to the Métis Homeland. Métis people are a nation with distinct cultural practices and language.
  • Métis in the United States are also a specific cultural community, with a recognized culture, lineage and homeland, and not just any "mixed" people

Organizations in Canada[edit]

Organizations with "Metis" or "Métis" in their names. May or may not have the same criteria for membership

Other[edit]

Places[edit]

Other uses[edit]

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