In this episode of the Métis Speaker Series, we sit down with award-winning Michif writer katherena vermette for a profound exploration of identity and history. From her roots in Winnipeg’s North End to becoming a leading voice in Canadian literature, katherena discusses her mission to fill the gaps of Métis history through her works like A Girl Called Echo and her latest novel, Real Ones. She emphasizes the power of seeing oneself in books and celebrating achievements from fellow Métis authors stepping up and taking up space. Tune in to hear how she uses storytelling as a portal to the past and why she chooses to center the work over her persona in her pursuit of authentic, human-centred narratives.