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My Life In The North

My Life in the North is a vivid memoir by Daniel Allaire, chronicling his remarkable journey from Quebec to the remote communities of Canada’s Northwest Territories. The book offers a firsthand account of life in isolated northern towns, adventures on traplines, friendships with Dene elders, and the resilience demanded by the unforgiving northern wilderness.

Interweaving stories of ancestral heritage with modern experiences, Daniel takes readers through his personal growth, cultural immersion, and the timeless lessons taught by nature and Indigenous wisdom. It’s an authentic, heartfelt tribute to the land, its people, and the enduring power of memory.

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I grabbed her hand while we were walking. I could feel that she was uncomfortable holding hands. I asked, ‘Are you okay?’ ‘My cousins might see us,’ she said. To make her feel more at ease, I let go of her hand. We walked side by side to the Flats.

From Chapter 4: Fort Simpson