The eldest of eight children, Campbell grew up in Spring River, Saskatchewan along with her large family in the mid-nineteen hundreds. ... Although of mixed blood on both sides, Campbell emphasizes her connection with her Metis heritage. ... Campbell's great grandmother on her father's side, known as Cheechum was arguably the most influential person in Campbell's life. ... Her father, like many other Metis activists became deeply disappointed. ... We had always been poor, but we'd have love and laughter and warmth to share with each other. ...

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• Grade Level: Undergraduate