The Métis people established their own form of government in the mid-19th century primarily through the establishment of the Métis National Council and the Red River Resistance, which was led by figures like Louis Riel. They sought to protect their rights, land, and culture in response to increasing encroachment by Canadian authorities. The Métis created a governance structure that included elected representatives and a central leadership, reflecting their unique identity and aspirations for self-determination. This governance was characterized by a blend of Indigenous traditions and European political systems.
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