Series Introduction

Written By Jason Arkley

Our Midwives (left to right) Nathalie Pambrun, Darlene Birch, Cheryllee Bourgeois

Welcome to 'Midwifery is a Red River.' This series explores the deep connections between Métis midwifery and the Red River. We honour the river's role in our culture, celebrate its lifeblood, and pay tribute to Indigenous traditions. Join us in rekindling the wisdom of our ancestors and protecting the sacred waters that sustain life. Join us in Darlene's kitchen and listen to our midwives discuss the stories of where they come from and the importance of Métis Midwifery.

We recommend listening to this episode first before listening to Episode 1.

Jason Arkley

Jason Arkley is a performance, wellness, and transitional coach with over 25 years of experience in leadership, community building, and event production. His coaching integrates mindfulness, goal-setting, and work-life balance to help professionals, creators, and entrepreneurs achieve their goals efficiently. Jason’s personal journey, including his late discovery of being neurodivergent, has shaped his empathetic and results-driven coaching approach. He has been apart of leading major national events like *Rogers Hometown Hockey* and the *Vancouver Olympic Torch Relay*, and collaborated with David Suzuki on Climate First Tour and the David Suzuki Podcast. Now fully focused on coaching, Jason is passionate about helping clients to overcome obstacles and thrive.

https://arkleycoaching.com
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