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Métis youth athlete Clark represented Northwestern Ontario at the 2025 Under 18 (U18) Indigenous Cup in Winnipeg (June 30–July 6), taking part in a national showcase of Indigenous football talent. Matson, a Métis Nation of Ontario citizen and student at Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute in Thunder Bay, was one of several young players selected

Métis Citizens trade sashes for shovels at Tree Planting event in the Soo Citizens from the Huron-Superior Regional Métis Community (MNO Region 4) came together with the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority and REGEN for a tree planting event, combining community spirit with environmental stewardship to help stabilize a slope on conservation land. In late

Reminder for Families Approved for the Extracurricular Program The first receipt submission deadline is October 31, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. (EDT). Families must submit receipts covering at least 50% of their grant, and at least one activity must be included. Submissions that do not follow the guidelines will not be accepted. Families who miss this

Webinar: Navigating Neurodivergence in Early Childhood Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 7-9p.m. ESTRegistration Period: October 15-29, 2025 Métis families with children who have special needs will benefit from this upcoming workshop on navigating neurodivergence in early childhood. Led by Kayla Carrigan and Kait Maurice, Developmental Resource Consultants with the MNO’s Early Learning and Child Care

Métis Early Learning Winter Family Culture Camp 2026 The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) invites Métis families to join the upcoming Early Learning Winter Family Culture Camp, taking place January 29–February 1, 2026, at the Canadian Ecology Centre. The Winter Family Culture Camp offers a unique opportunity for Métis early learners aged 3 to 12,

Supporting Métis Families: Health Resources and Virtual Care Programs IntroducedMétis Nation of Ontario Launches New Health Programs to Support Citizens The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) has launched two new initiatives—the Health Resources Project and the Virtual Health Care Program—designed to improve access to care and address coverage gaps for Métis citizens across the province.

Métis Nation of Ontario Launches Health Programs for Its Citizens Across Ontario Federal investment in health and wellbeing of Métis families – supports new initiatives to improve care OCTOBER 9 – OTTAWA — The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) has launched two new health programs as part of its growing self-government capacity. Funded by the

Virtual WorkshopsBaking with Heart: A Family Breadmaking Series Wednesday, November 5, 12, 19, & 26, 2025 | 6–8p.m. ESTRegistration Period: October 6–10, 2025 The MNO Early Learning and Child Care team is offering a four-part virtual breadmaking series this November, Baking with Heart: A Famlily Breadmaking Series. Métis families with children ages 3 to 12 are invited

Métis Families Gather for South West Region Rendezvous The Métis Nation of Ontario’s South West Region (formerly MNO Region 9) hosted its first-ever Rendezvous on September 20, 2025, at Guelph Lake Conservation Area. The gathering brought together Métis families living outside their home communities to reconnect and celebrate the Métis way of life. The day

Métis Citizens: You’re Invited to a Virtual Forum on Climate Change and Transportation Date: October 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Join the MNO’s Environment and Climate Change team for a virtual forum on how transportation and climate change affect the Métis way of life. The gathering will feature expert presentations, space for citizens