Été: Youth Way of Life Workshop Series
Mid-September to late October — Virtually through Zoom The Métis Nation of Ontario is excited to be hosting Été: Youth Way of Life Workshop Series this September and October across the province virtually via the Zoom platform. The workshops allow participants to explore different skills and gain a deeper understanding of their Métis culture and
Indigenous Youth Virtual Summit: Developing Tools for Success *New!*
Métis youth (16+) are invited to participate in the National Aboriginal Trust Officer’s Association (NATOA) inaugural Indigenous Youth Virtual Summit from October 6-8, 2020. There are 50 free spots* being offered to Métis Nation of Ontario youth on a first come first serve basis! About the event: The “Developing Tools for Success” summit gives Indigenous
Telephone Town Hall (September 2)
In an effort to inform, update and hear from Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) leadership across the Province a Telephone Town Hall was held on September 2, 2020. These call-in sessions provide regular updates to MNO leadership and the community on priority issues, including updates on available Covid-19 supports, work being done by the Provisional
MNO Youth Council’s ‘Wellness Kits’ prove a self-care success
An image of the Infinite Potentials Strategy “Wellness Kit” While this summer was unconventional in many ways, a group of determined Métis youth made the most of the traditional leisure period by volunteering their time and talents to an inspiring initiative – the creation and distribution of the popular “Wellness Kits.” The Métis Nation of
MNO Virtual Mobile Registry September 21-24
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Registry is hosting a Virtual Mobile Registry from September 21 – 24, 2020! The MNO Registry team is happy to book a virtual appointment with you, either by Zoom (videoconferencing) or by phone. Appointments will be made available between 11AM – 7PM and can be booked by calling 1-855-798-1006
MNOYC hosts inaugural virtual “Tea Series”
Dr. Brian Tucker presents on Harvesting during the inaugural MNOYC Tea Series The Métis Nation of Ontario Youth Council (MNOYC) held their inaugural virtual Tea Series on Tuesday, September 1, 2020 with special guest Dr. Brian Tucker presenting on Métis harvesting. Co-hosted with MNO President Margaret Froh the monthly online gatherings will highlight key topics
Governance Compensation Framework
BACKGROUND As the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) progresses toward fully recognized Self-Government it continues to grow and evolve its democratic governing institutions. For the past two years the MNO has worked with independent third-party consultants Mercer Canada, to develop the new compensation framework for MNO staff members, including senior executives (i.e. President & Chief
MNO Veterans recognized with Canada Pride Citation
The Government of Canada is taking action to address the discrimination experienced by LGBTQ2 federal public servants, including those who served in the Canadian Armed Forces and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). Among those recently recognized are two Métis Veterans and Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Citizens, Todd Ross and Lynne Gouliquer, both recipients
Webinar: Supporting Your Child at Home and at School During Covid-19
Now available online! MNO President Margaret Froh delivers back to school message and speaks about recent MNO Webinar The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) webinar focused on back to school safety during the Covid-19 pandemic is now available online. The virtual discussion, “From Worried to Well: Supporting Your Child at Home and at School During
Été Métis Youth Cultural Camp: MNO brings camp to the kids
The Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) summer Métis youth cultural camp, “Été”, ran from August 17 to 20, 2020, but what normally would have been a week on the land in northern Ontario was a little different this year. Instead of bringing kids to camp, the MNO brought camp to the kids! Through careful planning