The forces met the following day. Driven back by Métis scouts, Crozier's column huddled into a forest under cover of their sleighs while Dumont's men set camp in a nearby house. Both leaders sent representatives to negotiate the standoff, but when a brawl erupted between these, and the Métis envoys, among them Dumont's brother, were killed at gunshot, Crozier's men were ordered to attack.
Despite their superior firepower, the Canadian militia elected to charge the enemy house, wading into the deep snow. Under heavy fire from Métis snipers, the attack foundered and Crozier sounded a retreat.
Fat Lake: How too much of a good thing is hurting Lake Winnipeg is being premiered at the Park Theatre on May 1, but instead of selling tickets at a set price, documentary maker Lynsay Perkins is asking for a minimum donation of $10 with proceeds going to help lake research.
Lake Winnipeg is a microcosm of the need to safeguard the planet, for its destiny extends far beyond its shores.
The University of Winnipeg professor of water quality and toxicology paints a frightening portrait of her beloved lake if nothing is done to stop its nutrient overload.
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