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The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is proud to extend congratulations to Jonathan Hesler on receiving the King Charles III Coronation Medal. This well-deserved recognition honours Jonathan’s exceptional commitment to community service, leadership, and volunteerism—values that lie at the heart of Métis culture. Jonathan has served in many roles dedicated to public service. As an

MNO Announces 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Action Plan Toronto – March 6, 2025 – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is proud to announce the release of its comprehensive 2024-2034 Housing and Homelessness Action Plan, which outlines a strategy to address the pressing housing needs of Métis citizens across the province. The 10-year plan is

PLEASE NOTE: The MNO Driver’s Licence and Education Funding Program is no longer accepting applications for 2024–2025. Please check back in 2026 for updates. MNO launches new Driver Education funding program Reliable transportation is a significant element in securing and maintaining employment—especially for Métis citizens residing in rural, remote, or underserved areas. To address these

Remembering Theodore “Ted” Pile It is with sadness that the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) heard of the passing of Theodore “Ted” Pile. Ted was the younger brother of long-time PCMNO Secretary-Treasurer Tim Pile. A proud Métis citizen, Ted dedicated much of his career to environmental work, including time with the MNO’s Lands, Resources and

Call for Host Communities: MNO AGAs 2027 & 2028! Call for Expressions of Interest from MNO Community Councils to Host the 2027 and 2028 MNO Annual General Assembly The MNO is seeking communities interested in hosting each of the 2027 and 2028 Annual General Assemblies (AGAs)! PCMNO has set the dates of MNO AGA 2027

Métis Youth Embrace Culture at 2025 Iver Winter Cultural Camp From January 31 to February 3, Métis students gathered in Thunder Bay for the 2025 Iver Winter Cultural Camp, where a visit to Fort William Historical Park transported them back to the year 1815. Located along the banks of the Kaministiquia River, Fort William played

MNO ELCC One Application for Programs and Services Opens for the 2025-26 Fiscal Year The MNO Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) team is accepting 2025/2026 applications for four programs through a single application process. Families can apply for one or more of the following: Extracurricular, Christmas Gift, Back to School Backpacks, and Family Early

The 2025 Ontario general election will take place on February 27, 2025. The MNO has put together a summary of everything you need to know in the lead up to the election so you are prepared to vote and are informed on what all the political parties have committed to on the issues that matter

MNO engages in vital discussions at the 2025 National Métis Health Policy Forum Métis leaders, policymakers, and health professionals gathered in Ottawa on February 5-6 for the 2025 National Métis Health Policy Forum, hosted by the Métis National Council at the Rogers Centre. This year’s theme, Weaving Our Stories: Health Across the Homeland, emphasized storytelling’s role

All Métis women* citizens are invited to participate in the MNOWC’s Food Security Sprout Workshop. Through this educational workshop, the MNOWC brings together MNO women* citizens to celebrate their strengths and uniqueness. The workshop offers information about growing food at home with a sprout-growing kit delivered to the registered participants’ location and cultural teachings in