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Friday, July 26, 2024

Red River Métis man switched at birth receives MMF citizenship

Edward Ambrose is presented his Red River Métis citizen card from Manitoba Métis Federation President David Chartrand. (February 14th, 2024)

SOURCE:  https://windspeaker.com/news/windspeaker-news/red-river-metis-man-switched-birth-receives-mmf-citizenship

The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) has welcomed Edward Ambrose as a Red River Métis citizen.

Ambrose, now 68, and another man—Richard Beauvais—were born on the same day in a rural Manitoba hospital and were sent home with each other’s parents.

While Beauvais would be raised as Red River Métis, Ambrose was raised by Beauvais’ biological Ukrainian family.  It wouldn’t be until much later in their lives that they would learn the truth of their identities.

“We read about this story last year and were heartbroken for both men,” said MMF President David Chartrand.  He met with Ambrose, his daughter Eileen and his biological sister Leona, on Feb. 13, when Ambrose received his citizenship card from MMF.  

“This is a tragedy for both families. Giving Edward his citizenship card does not change what happened to him when he was born, but it does give him a chance to look toward a better and brighter future with his people… Welcome home,” said Chartrand in a press statement.

Ambrose said he was honoured to be a MMF citizen.

“My identity is something I lost a long time ago.  I’m 68 now, so being welcomed into the Red River Métis family really touches my heart. I am proud to be with my family, and it feels so powerful and meaningful to receive my card. I will always love my other family too, but I feel like this is where I belong—where I have always belonged.” 

Beauvais, however, has experienced the loss of his Red River Métis identity.

“We extend our sympathies and offer our support if he ever needs us, and wish the best to him and his beloved family,” said Chartrand.

“Our citizens know that many people have been denied their rightful place in our Nation for a variety of reasons, from the Sixties Scoop to residential and day school systems, to the shame and fear that was put into our people by the way Canada treated us in the past, Chartrand said.

“I know (Ambrose) will be embraced by our community, and we will help Edward and his daughter Eileen make up for the time they lost. We will introduce them to our values, our culture, our music and our people. There is so much love and acceptance waiting for Edward and his daughter, and I look forward to seeing them thrive.” 

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