The Red River Métis Nation's got talent: Celebrating Julianna Moore's television Debut

April 9, 2025

Red River Métis Citizen Julianna Moore to appear on season four of Canada's Got Talent

_{Julianna Moore is a talented Red River Métis vocalist and musician who has performed on countless stages as a solo act or in an ensemble with her choir: Konektis. Now, she's representing the Red River Métis Nation on the national stage of Canada's Got Talent.}

The Red River Métis Nation has their very own songbird: Julianna Moore. She is set to appear on season 4 of Canada's Got Talent. The new season premiered on Tuesday, March 18 on Citytv. Canada's Got Talent airs Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET/PT (7 p.m. CST) on Citytv or stream it on Citytv+. Rogers is once again providing the winner of Canada's Got Talent with $1M, the biggest cash prize in Canadian television history.

The Red River Métis Musician has been applying to Canada's Got Talent since its reboot; making this her third time applying to appear on the show.

"In August of 2023 (I applied), and it was actually for season 3; I didn't hear anything back at all. Of course, I was kind of discouraged. I just thought 'Okay, I'll try again the next year.' But I got an e-mail in December of 2023 asking if I'd be interested in potentially performing on season 4," said Moore.

The Citizen shared her experience of taking on the Canada's Got Talent stage and all the nerves that came with it.

"Everyone was super down to earth... I was so nervous going in thinking, 'I don't want to say the wrong thing.' But they were so friendly and welcoming and really funny people, especially Howie Mandel," she said. "I'm just excited for you guys to see it and hopefully I can make some people proud."

While the musician is feeling the pressure of showcasing Red River Métis talent on a national scale, she's also proud to represent her community.

"We have such a huge voice in Manitoba, but I'd love for us to have more of a voice across Canada and beyond... It's been very amazing to be able to have this chance and people be able to get us out there a little bit more."

Moore's passion for music goes back to when she was very young. The talented artist credits her father's love for singing as inspiration.

"My dad was a great singer, and I remember him singing around the house a lot. He was a huge influence on me... I just started singing as much as possible," she said.

_{Moore is very involved with the MMF Southwest Region, performing to this day at Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) events such as Louis Riel days and St. Madeleine days.}

Many of the vocalist's first performances were at Métis cultural events, kickstarting her journey as a performer.

"My first ever performance was at the Louis Riel talent stage in Saint Lazare when I was about seven. That was probably my earliest memory of performing, and as soon as I did that I was hooked," she said. "I really have to thank the MMF. Without them, I wouldn't have had the opportunity to (perform) so many different shows and get my name out there or build my confidence and knowledge about music and performing."

I really have to thank the MMF. Without them, I wouldn't have had the opportunity to (perform) so many different shows and get my name out there or build my confidence and knowledge about music and performing. - Julianna Moore

The artist found endless inspiration being active in the Red River Métis community, where music plays a pivotal role.

"I got to meet so many people and hear so many different styles of music... I got to hear more of the fiddling and even the spoons... It opened my eyes up to new cultures and new genres of music," she said.

Moore is a passionate musician and vocalist, but she also works as an educator in Shilo, Manitoba; she's teaching in the same school district she attended while growing up in St. Lazare.

"Growing up I learned a lot about my culture and my heritage, where my people come from, (and) their ways. That was super important for me, especially in our school, to celebrate it and not hold back," she said. "I work at a French school still in the same division, so every year we still get to teach that to our students and pass on the message."

Another message Moore wishes to pass on is encouraging Youth to persevere and learn from their experiences, no matter the outcome.

"(To Youth) I would say don't give up. Yes, there's going to be hurdles, and there's going to be a lot of times where you don't think you will excel, or make it, or achieve the goals that you want to. But please don't give up. Let yourself learn from all your experiences whether their good or bad. You always have something to learn, no matter what show you do or what experience you have, take it all in."

_{Moore recounted when Minister Leah LaPlante, Vice President of the Southwest Region and Minister of Citizenship and Natural resources, watched her perform at the Orange Crush Count talent stages in Brandon at The 40, a local music venue.}

The Red River Métis Citizen gave direct thanks to Minister Laplante, whose unwavering support has been a source of strength for her.

"One very near dear friend to my heart is Leah LaPlante, she's known me for almost my whole life... She always told me 'You're going to go somewhere; you're going to go somewhere. I believe in you, and I'll have your back,' and she has ever since."

The Red River Métis Nation is proud to support talented Citizens like Julianna Moore, who showcase the infinite talent the Nation has to offer. Help us Cheer for Moore on Canada's Got Talent, broadcasting on Citytv at 7 p.m. CST.

 

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