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Powley Day: Honouring the Fight for Métis Rights This September 19 marks the 23rd anniversary of the Supreme Court of Canada’s unanimous decision in R. v. Powley— a watershed moment in Canadian legal history that affirmed Métis harvesting rights under section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982. The case began in 1993, when Métis father

Natural Climate Solutions Virtual Forum Discover how working with nature can help address climate change at the Natural Climate Solutions Virtual Forum on Saturday, November 7, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. EST. Hosted by the Métis Nation of Ontario’s Lands, Resources and Consultations Branch, Environment and Climate Change team, this virtual forum will explore Natural Climate Solutions

Jim Logan’s art tells the stories communities shouldn’t forget For more than 40 years, Métis artist Jim Logan has used paint to preserve stories that too often went untold. Now based in Ottawa, Logan was recently the subject of Requiems: Jim Logan, a major retrospective exhibition at SAW featuring more than 60 works spanning four

JOINT STATEMENT: MNO Secures Sault Ste. Marie Child Care Site to Preserve Licensed Spaces The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) has purchased a child care centre property in Sault Ste. Marie, helping preserve licensed child care spaces in the community and expand access to affordable, culturally grounded early learning for local families. The property, located

PSE Student Book Giveaway: Share Your Story & Win! What do you love most about your campus? What makes you proud to be Métis? Record a short video (30–60 seconds) introducing yourself, sharing something you love about your college or university, and telling us what being Métis means to you. Submit your video below by

MNO Marks 151st Anniversary of the Métis Adhesion to Treaty 3 September 12 marks 151 years since the Métis families of Rainy Lake and Rainy River, led by Nicholas Chatelaine, signed what was historically known as the “Halfbreed Adhesion” to Treaty No. 3. It remains the only known instance in Canadian history in which a

Autism Allies: Build Skills and Confidence to Support Children with Autism Families are invited to take part in Autism Allies, a six-week virtual series designed to provide parents, guardians, and grandparents with practical tools and strategies to support children with autism. Through weekly discussions, activities, and support, participants will explore different aspects of autism while learning

Domestic Violence Education Series: Free Zoom Workshops October 8, 15, 22, and 29 | 6:30–8:00 p.m. Join the MNO Victim Services team for a free four-part workshop series on domestic violence, healthy relationships, safety planning, and support. The series will explore topics such as: Healthy relationships and red flags Abusive behaviours and tactics The cycle

MNO Attends Unveiling of Thunderhead Monument in Ottawa On August 21, 2026, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) attended the official opening of Thunderhead, Canada’s national 2SLGBTQIA+ monument recognizing the LGBT Purge. President Margaret Froh attended alongside Veterans’ Council President Brian Prairie, Chief of Staff Jennifer St. Germain, MNO Citizen and veteran Todd Ross, and

Student Achievement Awards announced at AGA Five Métis post-secondary students were recognized at the MNO’s 33rd Annual General Assembly in Toronto with PSE Student Achievement Awards. The merit-based awards recognize exemplary academic achievement and community involvement. Each recipient received $5,000, with applications reviewed anonymously by a panel of MNO citizens. Congratulations to this year’s recipients: