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The Meikles

Sadly, the Meikle name (pronounced Meekle) is no longer found in Metis. The descendants have moved away but the family is still remembered by many local residents for different endeavours and a colourful character. We know that the Meikle family came before 1845 as William Meikle married Margaret Smith in 1845.  Mary Meikle ran a […]

Remembrance

With the help of Veterans Affairs Canada, and the collaboration of three regional municipalities, local Royal Canadian Legions, schools,  private partners, and the public, we pay tribute to honour the men and women who have put or are putting their lives on the line, giving thanks for their service, and never taking for granted the […]

Bootleggers, Booze, Prohibition, and Pastimes

Bootleggers, Booze, Prohibition, and Pastimes Attitudes to drinking have changed considerably over the past two centuries, from commonplace and accepted, to outright being frowned on and banned, to the height of cocktail parties amidst a “dry”  area, to today’s more laissez-faire views. Metis and the surrounding area have had their fair share of bootleggers. “Bootlegger” […]