Louis Riel Day Celebration
19th Annual Louis Riel Day
Friday, November 16, 2012
9 A.M.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Members Lounge, Toronto City Hall, 100 Queen St. W.
- Today marks a significant occasion of observance across the Métis Nation, with Louis Riel Day ceremonies held throughout Canada
- The City of Toronto honours the contributions of Métis leader Louis Riel and the Métis people to the development of Canada
- Councillor Michael Layton (Ward 19 Trinity-Spadina), Chair of the Aboriginal Affairs Committee, will bring greetings and read the proclamation on behalf of Mayor Rob Ford and City Council
- Other speakers include:
- Senator Alis Kennedy, Métis Nation of Ontario
- France Picotte, Chair of the Métis Nation of Ontario
- Youth representative Christine Skura
- There will also be a performance by Métis youth singer Rebecca Cuddy
- The event will finish with the annual flag-raising ceremony on the podium roof at City Hall
Please click here for more info about Louis Riel Day.
City of Toronto Contact Info
Phone within Toronto city limits: 311
Phone outside city limits: 416-392-CITY (2489)
(can be used within Toronto if you can’t reach 311)
TTY customers: 416-338-0TTY (0889)
Fax: 416-338-0685
E-mail: 311@toronto.ca
If your matter is urgent, please call them. They are open 24/7.
Always call 911 for emergencies.
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