Shayne Michael facts for kids
Shayne Michael is a talented Wolastoqiyik poet from Canada. He is well-known for his poetry collection called Fif et sauvage. This book won a special award in 2021. It was recognized in the French poetry category at the Indigenous Voices Awards.
About Shayne Michael
Shayne Michael is a member of the Madawaska Maliseet First Nation. This First Nation is located in New Brunswick, Canada. He has a background in the arts. Michael studied dance and also learned about directing plays at the Université Laval.
His Award-Winning Poetry
His poetry collection, Fif et sauvage, was published in 2020. The title of the book is very meaningful. It uses the word "sauvage" in a new way. This word was sometimes used negatively in the past. However, Michael uses it to celebrate his Indigenous heritage. He turns a word that was once hurtful into a symbol of strength and pride for his community.
