September 19 is Powley Day
Powley Day: Standing strong for Métis Rights Now known as “Powley Day”, September 19 celebrates the anniversary of the landmark Métis rights victory at the Supreme Court of Canada in R v Powley. As Métis, we are nation builders; we stand up and stand strong for the rights, respect and recognition of our families and
Marie-Louise Perron named Volunteer of the Year
Marie-Louise Perron named MNO Volunteer of the Year 2021 Suzanne Rochon-Burnett Volunteer of the Year Award winner announced at the 28th MNO Annual General Assembly Since 2006, the Suzanne Rochon-Burnett Volunteer of the Year Award has been presented to a Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizen who has made ongoing contributions to the MNO
Self-Government in Action: MNO prepares to hold 28th AGA
Self-Government in Action: MNO prepares to hold 28th Annual General Assembly [OTTAWA, ONTARIO, SEPTEMBER 17, 2021] The Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) 28th Annual General Assembly (AGA) is scheduled to take place virtually on Saturday, September 18 and Sunday, September 19, 2021. MNO President Margaret Froh will welcome leadership and Métis citizens from across Ontario
Back-to-School Kits for Students K-12
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Back-to-School Kit are now available for MNO citizens and children of MNO citizens who are returning to school for grade levels Jr. Kindergarten to 12. The Back-to-School Kit contain supplies to help ease the return to school. Each backpack includes: Hand sanitizer Pencil case Water bottle First aid kit
Your Vote Counts! Federal Election info for MNO Citizens
Your Vote Counts! Prime Minister Trudeau has started the 2021 election campaign by requesting that the current legislative session be dissolved by the Governor General. The 43rd Parliament has come to an end and a writ of election has been issued by the chief electoral officer, officially starting the election campaign for the 44th
Webinar: Impacts of Trauma and How to Build Resiliency (September 28)
Impacts of Trauma and How to Build Resiliency September 28, 2021 7:30-8:30pm ET Location: Zoom https://zoom.us/j/95743075354 Meeting ID: 957 4307 5354 What is trauma? How have Métis people experienced or been impacted by trauma throughout time? What do pathways of healing look like for Métis people? In this webinar, Registered Psychotherapist Tera Beaulieu
MNO Programs and Services Showcase
Pre-AGA event:MNO Programs and Services Showcase Join us all week for information sessions on all that Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) has to offer. Things kick off Tuesday September 14, 2021 with “Programs for Parents”! On Wednesday learn about Youth programs. Thursday covers all our Covid-19 programs and general programming for adults. Friday’s sessions cover
You’re Invited! AGA Tea Time
All MNO Citizens AGA Tea Time September 15, 2021, 7-9 PM REGISTER AT: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMucO6hqTMpHNI_qlOyyEexreBjijbWEMkw Prepare your favourite brew and connect with friends old and new at a virtual social evening on September 15, 2021! Don’t wait for the weekend, AGA festivities will begin Wednesday night with an “AGA Tea Time” social held via Zoom from 7 to
Rasawmb no Viyeu: “The Gathering of Our Wise Ones”
A social gathering for MNO Senior Citizens (age 55+) every Monday on Zoom The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Healing and Wellness branch is hosting Rasawmb no Viyeu: Gathering of Our Wise Ones, a platform for community, support, activities, and cultural connection for MNO Seniors (55+). The sessions will focus on creating a welcoming
2021 Summer Camps teach kids wild living!
This summer Métis youth from across the province participated in two virtual summer camp programs to teach them how to enjoy and live off the land. The Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) summer Métis youth cultural camp, “Été”, ran from August 9 to 11, 2021 for kids in grade 10 to 12 and the “Métis