Métis Elder receives Blackfoot name

Lethbridge College Métis Elder Rod McLeod (centre) is flanked by Blackfoot Elder Francis First Charger (at podium) and Bruce Wolf Child. McLeod was given the Blackfoot name of Iistakata, which means “Dependable One,” as part of the college’s FNMI Days held Oct. 23-25. “The event brings a wonderful energy to the college that solidifies our commitment to sharing the heritage and traditions of the FNMI people,” said Robin Little Bear, FNMI manager. New Inuit Elder Christina Tikivik-Sherman also gave a presentation.