Getting ‘hooked’! Karen Lediard showcases Métis-style rug hooking
Getting ‘hooked’! Karen Lediard showcases Métis-style rug hooking at international conference This fall, Métis citizen and talented artist Karen Lediard was honoured to attend the International Guild of Hand Hooked Rugs (TIGHR) Conference as an instructor. Rug hookers and designers from across the world gathered in Niagara-on-the-Lake to showcase their work and expand their expertise
Win a One-of-a-Kind Métis Experience with the Métis Nation of Ontario
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is excited to announce a unique opportunity for MNO citizens! From now until December 20, you can earn ballots for a chance to win an unforgettable Métis experience: A family trip for up to 2 adults and 2 children to the 2025 MNO Annual General Assembly (AGA) in Sault
All MNO Citizen Town Hall (December 16, 2024)
Monday, December 16, 2024 7:00 PM Eastern Time (EST) All Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens are invited to an online Town Hall on Monday, December 16, 2024. MNO President Margaret Froh will share information about the recent PCMNO meetings, MNO’s Annual General Assembly, and updates from across the nation. Participants will also have an
MNO congratulates Victoria Pruden on her election as President of the Métis National Council
Métis Nation of Ontario congratulates Victoria Pruden on her election as President of the Métis National Council FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 9, 2024 Ottawa, ON – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) congratulates Victoria Pruden on her election as President of the Métis National Council (MNC). President Pruden’s deep connections to Métis communities across the
Upcoming Meeting of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (December 11 ,2024)
PCMNO MEETING: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST All Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens are welcome to observe the next business meeting of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO). The PCMNO meeting will be held on Wednesday December 11, 2024, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
President’s Message: December Edition
December 6th is the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, marking 35 years since 14 young women were murdered at Polytechnique Montréal—because they were women. This event brought the lived reality of misogyny and violence against women into Canada’s public discourse. Sadly, violence against Métis and other Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit,
Gift from MNO to establish York University fellowship in Métis Studies
The gift of $749,500 will support doctoral students engaged in research into Métis life and history Toronto, ON – A gift of $749,500 from the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) will enable the establishment of a new doctoral fellowship in Métis Studies at York University. The Métis Nation of Ontario Doctoral Fellowship, located within York’s Faculty
Youth Climate Change Art Contest
Share your artistic vision and contribute to MNO’s strategy for a sustainable future! The MNO is committed to developing a Climate Change Strategy that genuinely reflects the voices, values, and priorities of Métis citizens. To ensure this strategy is created by the Métis, for the Métis—with content that reflects our experiences, perspectives, and hopes—it is
The MNO mourns the passing of Ottawa Métis Council President Erik Gjos.
The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is deeply saddened by the passing of Erik Gjos. A proud veteran, loving father, and steadfast Métis leader, Erik was a pillar of the community who exemplified Métis values and represented the urban Métis community in Ottawa with pride. Born in Sault Ste. Marie, Erik served in the Canadian
External Job Opportunities open to Métis
Below is a list of job opportunities for Métis to apply for: Métis Voyageur Development Fund Senior Account Manager The Senior Account Manager is a permanent position reporting to the Director, Commercial Accounts. The incumbent will be responsible for: Reading, interpreting, and extracting critical information and data from business plans, financial statements and models, and