Abstract
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this narrative study was to understand Métis adults' stories of culture and social support in relation to their health and wellbeing. METHODS: In partnership with Saskatoon Métis Local 126, 19 adults (9 females, 30 ± 11 years) participated in conversational interviews and photovoice reflections. RESULTS: Four themes represent the importance of culture and social support to Métis People's health: 1) Métis Identity: "It was really empowering to learn about where I come from"; 2) Kinship, Community, and Culture: "Métis are people who gather"; 3) The Métis Environment and Land Connection: "Where I go to recharge"; 4) Knowledge, Impacts, and Intentional Steps for the Future: "Taking what's good and making that in a way forward". CONCLUSIONS: Culture and social support are important protective factors in facilitating positive health outcomes for Métis People.