Passing Down Knowledge

In this episode of the Métis Speaker Series, we speak with Phillip Gladue, a respected Métis Elder whose deep roots in traditional ways have shaped a lifetime of cultural education and community leadership. Phillip brings Métis history to life through captivating presentations in the Abbotsford, Maple Ridge, and Langley School Districts, helping preserve stories, language, and heritage for future generations. His dedication has earned him the Queen’s Jubilee Medal and recognition as a finalist for the Vancouver Aboriginal Awards. Listen along as Phillip shares powerful reflections on his upbringing and how those early experiences guide the way he teaches traditional knowledge today.