News & Events

MNO Congratulates MNA on the Election of Andrea Sandmaier, New President-elect The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) extends heartfelt congratulations to the Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) on the successful election of Andrea Sandmaier as the new President-elect. The democratic process that has led to President-elect Sandmaier assuming this significant responsibility is a testament to

Ahead of National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is hosting a film screening and panel discussion of the Île-à-la-Crosse Métis Residential School Documentary, exploring the oft-overlooked plight of Métis residential school Survivors and the painful legacy of residential schools for Métis communities across the Homeland. Members of the community

Join us for the 4-part online domestic violence workshop series taking place every Wednesday evening in October from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM EST. The focus throughout this series is on teaching participants about different types of violence, boundary setting, cycles of abuse, triggers, consent, emotional regulation, trauma bonding, coping skills, grounding, mindfulness, Q&A, and

Today is National Tree Day! – a day for Canadians to come together in appreciation and support for the environment. Here at the Métis Nation of Ontario, we acknowledge our shared responsibility to respect and protect the land and waters for future generations.­­  Want to participate in National Tree Day? Your actions can be small

Métis Nation of Ontario commemorates 20th anniversary of landmark Powley Decision Celebratory events and educational initiatives mark two decades of historic legal victory for Métis rights [Sault Ste. Marie, ONTARIO, September 19, 2023] Today marks the 20th anniversary of the landmark Powley Decision, a pivotal moment in Canadian legal history for the Métis Nation. In

MNO Welcomes back Parliament and calls for delivering on Métis Self-Government Recognition Ottawa, ON (September 18, 2023) — The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) looks forward to this parliamentary session being one of reconciliation-in-action. On June 21, 2023, Bill C-53: An Act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments in Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan was introduced

This summer, ten hardy Métis youth from across the province converged on Awenda Provincial Park for a week-long canoeing and camping experience. From July 6 to 12, 2023, these young adventurers embarked on an challenging journey, navigating the waters of Georgian Bay while soaking in the history and natural beauty of the landscape. The expedition,

September 19, 2023 marks the 20th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court of Canada decision in the Powley case. This year we are celebrating with the release of a powerful new Métis rights documentary.  The Métis Hunt for Justice: the Powley Story tells the story of the profound struggle of Ontario Métis against marginalization and the

September 12th: Commemorating the 148th Anniversary of the Halfbreed Adhesion to Treaty #3 [Kenora, ONTARIO, September 12, 2023] — This year, on September 12 we commemorate the 148th anniversary of the Halfbreed Adhesion to Treaty #3, the only instance of a Métis community collectively adhering to one of the historic treaties negotiated with First Nations

A Call to Manitoba Government and Government of Canada: Mobilize Efforts to Search Landfill Sites in Winnipeg   The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) calls upon the Governments of Canada and Manitoba to immediately and resolutely commence efforts to search for and bring home the remains of Morgan Harris, Marcedes Myran, and Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe (Buffalo