President Froh speaks with NationTalk
MNO President Margaret Froh. Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) President Margaret Froh recently had her first interview as MNO President with NationTalk. In the interview, President Froh discusses a wide range of issues that relate to Métis people in Ontario. She begins the interview by explaining the MNO’s structure and governance. Other topics discussed include,
MNO youth artists needed for the 2016 MNO AGA trade show
Submitted by: Mitch Case, MNO Youth Council President and PCMNO Youth Representative Many of our Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) youth are reclaiming their Métis culture, heritage and traditions. There is a beautiful old prophecy about this idea, which talks about young people walking along the trail of history and picking up the things that
Elders, knowledge holders and storytellers needed for a community-led project
Submitted by: Mitch Case, MNO Youth Council President and PCMNO Youth Representative The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Historic Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council has given the green light to a project that will record and tell the story of the Sault Ste. Marie (the Sault) area Métis community. The name of the book is,
MNO youth spread knowledge on Métis history and culture
Submitted by: Lindsay DuPré, MNO citizen (L-R) MNO youth Elise St. Germain, MNO TYRMC Youth Representative Christine Skura, Sheila Laroque, MNO TYRMC President Tera Beaulieu. Click here to view a largerversion. On May 10 and 12, 2016, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Toronto and York Region Métis Council’s youth committee collaborated with the York
MNO and Métis Way of Life showcased at recent Indigenous Health Conference
MNO President Margaret Froh (right) and Ontario Regional Chief Isadore Day were keynote speakers at the Indigenous Health Conference (IHC) 2016: Towards Health and Reconciliation. Click here to view a larger version. The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) had a strong and vibrant presence at the recent Indigenous Health Conference (IHC) 2016: Towards Health and
MNO veteran is recognized for his service
Submitted by: Joseph Paquette, President of the MNO Veterans’ Council MNO Korean War veteran Sergeant John (Jack) Cadeau C.D displays the Louis Riel Certificate. Click here to view alarger version. Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) veteran Sergeant John (Jack) Edward Cadeau C.D. grew up in Port Severn, Ontario. When the Korean War broke out, he
Indigenous Arts and Human Rights Program
Click here to view a larger version of the poster. Click here to read the biographies of the co-directors, speakers and resource persons. If you are interested in participating or would like additional information, please contact: Jade BourbonniereBranch Operations Coordinator613-798-1488 ext. 116jadeb@metisnation.org Published on: June 2, 2016
MNO Kenora Métis Council hold their 2016 Annual General Meeting
Submitted by: Nina Henley, MNO Kenora Métis Council Secretary PCMNO Region 1 Councillor Theresa Stenlund (far left) stands with members of the MNO Kenora Métis Council: (L-R) Councillor Jordan Benoit; Treasurer and Region 1 Captain of the Hunt Sandra Triskle; Councillor Martin Camire; Chair Liz Boucha; Secretary Nina Henley; Senator Karen Cederwall; and, President Joel
President Froh responds to Ontario commitment to reconciliation
https://youtu.be/Wk3HL_u6PGI MNO President Margaret Froh speaks at the provincialLegistature at Queen’s Park in Toronto. Click here to view alarger version. On May 30, 2016 in the provincial Legislature, Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) President Margaret Froh along with other Indigenous leaders responded to the announcement from Premier Wynne concerning the Ontario government’s commitment to reconciliation.
Canada and the Manitoba Métis Federation sign historic Memorandum of Understanding on reconciliation
MNO President Froh offers congratulations on behalf of Ontario Métis MMF President David Chartrand and Dr. Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs sign the Memorandum of Understanding. (Photo source: Manitoba Métis Federation Facebook page.) Click here to view a larger version. On behalf of Ontario Métis, Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) President Margaret