Like other Métis communities across the Homeland, Métis communities in the Upper Great Lakes have relied on harvesting and deep place-based knowledge for their livelihoods and survival. For example, whether it be fishing, berry picking, or their famous maple sugaring, the Métis of Sault Ste. Marie have taken pride in their bountiful harvests for generations. For instance, living off the surrounding waters and lands of their family River Lot, the Mirons were one of many Métis

Like other Indigenous Peoples, Métis in the Upper Great Lakes possessed an intimate knowledge of the lands and waters that enabled them to maintain their distinct Métis communities, culture, and way of life. This knowledge is perhaps best exemplified by Métis mail carriers whose routes traversed the rugged landscapes between Métis communities before the introduction of roads and railways—often in grueling conditions. Louis Miron was one such Métis mail carrier who traced