News & Events

MNO Encourages Citizens to get Vaccinated this Cold and Flu Season Respiratory virus season is here, and many communities across Ontario are seeing an increase in illnesses. The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is encouraging citizens to take simple, effective steps to stay well this fall and winter. Keeping healthy doesn’t have to be complicated. Staying

Solar Power Shines at the Sault Ste. Marie Métis Heritage Centre The sun is shining on the Sault Ste. Marie Métis Heritage Centre! A new solar installation is helping power the site — a bright step forward in the Métis Nation of Ontario’s commitment to a cleaner, more sustainable future. As part of the broader MNO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 21, 2025 Sault Ste. Marie, ON — The Sault Ste. Marie Métis Heritage Centre has a new solar installation that will help power the facility for years to come. The project marks another important step in the Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) commitment to environmental stewardship, clean energy, and long-term sustainability

Métis Youth Gather for an Unforgettable Otawn Cultural Camp experience Thirteen Métis students gathered at Camp Tawingo near Huntsville, Ontario for the 2025 Otawn Cultural Camp, a four-day experience from October 17 to 20 filled with workshops exploring Métis culture and way of life. Nestled along the scenic shores of Lake Vernon, the camp provided a

Webinar: Navigating the Holidays for Neurodivergent Children and their Families Webinar: Navigating the Holidays for Neurodivergent Children and their Families Wednesday, December 3, 2025 | 7-9p.m. EST Registration Period: November 12 to Dec 1, 2025 The Holidays can be particularly challenging for parents & caregivers of neurodivergent children or those with their own diverse needs

Commemorating Louis Riel Day 2025: Events This November, we invite Métis across Ontario to come together in honouring the courage and sacrifice of the visionary Métis leader, Louis Riel. The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to share a variety of events planned throughout the province to honour his legacy and celebrate Métis culture

A Métis Family’s Story Comes to Life for Young Readers “There’s a little piece of me in everything I write,” says Pat Skene as she shares the inspiration behind her new children’s book, One Beaded Earring. Released in the fall of 2025, the story is a personal and heartfelt tale for young readers about identity, memory,

A Season of Togetherness Métis Families Gather for Fall Family Camp Métis families from across Ontario gathered in early October for the Métis Nation of Ontario’s Fall Family Camp—a four-day celebration of culture, community, and outdoor adventure. Held at Camp Wanakita in Haliburton, the in-person event brought families together to connect, learn, and take part

Métis Recipe Callout: Share your Favourite Recipes Métis family that love cooking together—we want to hear from you! The Métis Nation of Ontario Early Learning and Child Care program is gathering family favourite recipes from Métis children and families to celebrate the joy of cooking, culture, and connection. Whether it’s bannock, berry jam, or a

Rideau Hall in Ottawa was the site of a moving ceremony led by Métis National Council President Victoria Pruden on September 29. A delegation of Métis residential school Survivors and Elders, including Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens June Smart and Joseph & Elsa Poitras, joined Indigenous leaders, health support workers, and members of the