Alexis Bonami

Alexis Bonami (dit L'Esperance (Lesperance))
Born	27 November 1796 Saint-Michel d'Yamaska Yamaska, Quebec
Died	11 December 1890 St. François Xavier, Manitoba.
Occupation(s)	voyageur, guide. brigade leader

Alexis Bonami (27 November 1796 – 11 December 1890) was a voyageur and boat brigade leader based at the Red River settlement. He achieved historical significance for his leadership of the Portage La Loche brigade. During the War of 1812 he served in a regiment commanded by Lieutenant-Colonel James Cuthbert.

See also

• Methye Portage

References

• "Alexis Bonami". Dictionary of Canadian Biography (online ed.). University of Toronto Press. 1979–2016.