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Métis French

Métis French refers to a group of people who are descended from both French settlers and Indigenous people in Canada. Think of it like a mixed-up recipe where you mix two different ingredients together to create something new and unique!

Europeans came to Canada a long time ago and started living there. They met Indigenous people who were already living on the land. Sometimes these people got married and had kids. The kids from these marriages were called Métis.

Métis French people have a special connection to both French and Indigenous cultures. They may have traditions and beliefs that come from both sides of their family. They might speak a mix of French and Indigenous languages or have their own unique dialect.

Many Métis French people live in different parts of Canada, and their culture is an important part of the country's history. They helped shape Canada into what it is today!