Terry Goulet facts for kids
Marie Therese “Terry” Goulet is a Canadian historian. She has written many books and given many talks about the Métis people. The Métis are an Indigenous group in Canada. Terry and her husband, George Goulet, work to support Métis identity in Canada. They also believe that Louis Riel, an important Métis leader from the past, should be officially cleared of wrongdoing. In January 2018, the Canadian government recognized Terry Goulet as a special "exemplary citizen."
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Terry Goulet
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Terry Goulet in 2008
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| Born | September 26, 1934 |
| Other names | Marie Therese Veronica "Terry" Goulet |
| Occupation | Author |
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About Terry Goulet's Life and Work
Marie Therese Veronica "Terry" Goulet was born on September 26, 1934. She is a Canadian author, historian, and public speaker. She is very interested in the Métis Nation. Terry is married to George R. D. Goulet, who is also a Métis author. They have five children together.
Early Life and Education
Terry Goulet was born in Calgary, Alberta. She studied at the University of Manitoba. There, she earned a degree in Home Economics (BSc HEc).
Her Career and Advocacy
Terry Goulet had a varied career. She worked as a paralegal, helping with legal tasks. She also worked as a freelance indexer for law reporters.
Terry and her husband George have spoken to many people across North America. They talk about Louis Riel and the Métis people. For example, they spoke at the Manitoba Pavilion during the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
In 2012, they gave talks in the United Kingdom. They spoke at the Centre of Canadian Studies at the University of Edinburgh. They also spoke at a conference at Murray Edwards College at the University of Cambridge. Their talk was about the rights of the Métis people.
Terry and George Goulet helped the CBC with their series Canada: a People's History. They provided expert information about Louis Riel. They also worked as historical consultants for the British Columbia Métis Federation.
In September 2006, Terry Goulet joined a discussion in Winnipeg. This meeting was to remember Gabriel Dumont, a Métis leader, 100 years after his death.
Recognitions and Support
An annual scholarship was created in their honor. It is called the George and Terry Goulet Bursary in Canadian History. This scholarship is given at the University of Calgary.
Terry and George strongly support clearing Louis Riel's name. They believe he should be officially pardoned. The Okotoks Western Wheel newspaper has called them "Experts on Louis Riel."
In October 2012, Terry and George spoke to a special committee. This was a Standing Committee of the Senate of Canada. They discussed how Métis identity is recognized in Canada.
Terry and George have long supported the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. In April 2018, they wrote a paper. It argued that the Canadian government should follow this declaration.
In January 2018, Terry Goulet received a special award. She was given a Canada 150 pin. This was to recognize her as an "exemplary citizen." The pin was made from copper from the House of Commons of Canada. Member of Parliament Pamela Goldsmith-Jones presented the pin to her.
See also
- List of Canadian historians
