Searson added it was important to continue talking about the stories of all the heroes who fought in the war. “When I was in the Armed Forces, I saw a lot of women doing a variety of roles and I think that’s really important to recognize that women can play a role also in the Armed Forces,” said Searson. She says doing this will break the stereotype that soldiers are all men. The tribute to Métis women was vital to Josie Searson, Elder, Scout, and Veteran with MN–S. Because it means a lot to them for the recognition, and today we recognize all the veterans,” said Merasty. “We’re still fighting for them, for the families to get compensated for the lost ones that were wounded or died in the wars. Something that was not properly recognized by the government until 2019. Merasty says the service was also important in remembering the Métis' involvement in the war. “This ceremony means so much to me because my late dad was a Veteran, a World War II Veteran.” It's like a home when I come here,” said Felix Merasty, Veteran with MN–S. “It means a lot to me to come here (Batoche). Veterans at the service said they were moved by the celebration. There was also a tribute to the contribution of Métis women in Canada’s war efforts. The service included an Act of Remembrance read in Mischif by Métis Veteran Felix Merasty, in Cree by Elder Josie Searson, and in English by John Belanger. Representatives from different regions of the province gathered to pay respects. This is the second year MN–S held an Indigenous Veterans Day service. A service to honour Métis Veterans was hosted by the Métis Nation – Saskatchewan (MN–S) at Batoche.
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