CONTINUING EDUCATION SUPPORT

The Métis Health Human Resources Initiative is a four year national program funded through Health Canada. The intent of the program is to lay the foundation for longer term systemic change in the supply and demand for Métis health human resources.

The intent of continuing education award is to support Métis health professionals who provide services to Métis people in Ontario to enhance their education. All applications are assessed in accordance with established criteria. Funding can be awarded to a maximum of $5000. If you have financial need over and above the maximum amounts allowed under this program you are allowed to apply under the Busary Program as well. Continuing education awards do not have to be repaid to MNO.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:

You are eligible for financial assistance if you are:

• A Resident of Ontario for at least one year, or originally from Ontario and planning to work in Ontario after completion of education
• Have proof of Métis ancestry
• Course must be of 4-6 months duration
• Working in a career in health as per list of eligible careers and providing services to Métis people in Ontario

Continuing Education for Health Professionals and Paraprofessionals:

• Completed application form
• Proof of Métis ancestry
• Resident of Ontario
• Letter of Personal Introduction indicating the reasons for your career choice, your career aspirations and future professional relationship with the Métis community and how the training will assist you in your career of choice (maximum 2-3 pages)
• Proof of employment/licensing in health care profession

Application Form [PDF format]
Final Student Financial Reporting Form [PDF]

Application Guidelines [PDF format]
Financial Recources Form [PDF]
Métis Verification Form [PDF]

See a list of Health Professions for which support is available (scholarships, bursaries, continuing education and training funding)

Health Programs at Ontario colleges, universities and other institutions.

Aboriginal Support Services at Ontario colleges and universities.