Lethbridge community members celebrated the unique heritage and diverse First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures at a series of events and activities held throughout the city on Friday.
The day began with the inaugural raising of the Métis flag along the Métis Trail and Blackfoot Boulevard West.
The ceremony started with a prayer and came to a close with traditional dancing.
Lethbridge and Area Métis Council member Brittany Lee says raising the flag began as a dream and has been in the works for a long time.
“We have so many wonderful Métis humans here doing such great work,” said Lee. “To be able to acknowledge that our people are here and contributing to Lethbridge and area in such good ways, and trying to make ourselves seen and known, it’s absolutely wonderful.”
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