This La Ronge jigger has lit up dance floors across Canada. Now he's teaching the tradition
Modeste McKenzie has been dancing since he was 12 years old, but a health scare last year put a temporary stop to his dancing. The experience made him think about the future, and the need to share his culture and square dancing and jigging traditions with the next generation.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/community/champion-jiggers-modeste-mckenzie-9.7124552?cmp=rss

Dr. Foulds has consistently highlighted the need for more Métis-specific health research in her work. For instance, she has emphasized the importance of cultural connectedness in the health of Métis women.

https://kinesiology.usask.ca/articles/2025/dr-foulds-wins-award-for-research-scholarly-and-artistic-worksrsaw.php

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Dr. Foulds wins award for Research, Scholarly, and Artistic Works(RSAW) - College of Kinesiology

A new faculty award has been created in the College of Kinesiology that aims to annually recognize and celebrate the outstanding research, scholarly achievements, and community-based impact.

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Red River Jig - The Lyons Sisters - 2025 National Métis Health Policy Forum

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