MNO citizen carries torch in Parapan AM Relay
Shawn Harvey and his wife Andrea.Submitted by Fern Tremblay When Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizen Fern Tremblay learned that his grandson, Shawn Harvey, had been chosen to take part in the Parapan AM Games Torch Relay, he felt very proud. Harvey, also an MNO citizen, was born in Timmins but now resides in Hamilton.
MNO citizen and musician represents Métis culture at Aboriginal Pavilion
Jamie Dupuis (Submitted photo).When Jamie Dupuis received his Métis Nations of Ontario (MNO) citizenship card, his family held a special celebration, welcoming him as an MNO citizen and presenting him with a Métis sash. “I am very proud (I did this) now, since it is part of my family history,” he shared in an interview.
Colette Risewick Passes
Colette Risewick during the 2004 Annual General Assembly.With great sorrow, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) mourns the passing of MNO citizen and former employee Colette Risewick on Wednesday, August 5, 2015, at Bingham Memorial Hospital in Matheson, Ontario. She was 69 years old. Colette started working at the MNO Timmins Métis Council office on
MNO part of celebrations of 400th anniversary of Champlain’s arrival
MNO citizens Marg Raynor (left) and Pauline Richardson (right) pose with Samuel de Champlain (portrayed by Daniel Marchildon).Submitted by Region 7 Councillor Pauline Richardson and Senator Dr. Alis Kennedy, O. ONT.,CD, OMC Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens were invited as special guests to several events celebrating the 400th anniversary of Samuel de Champlain’s arrival
Barbaranne Wright Passes
Barbaranne Wright posing with the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2012.It is with deep sadness that the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) mourns the passing of Barbaranne Wright on Sunday, July 26, 2015. Barbaranne was a published author and passionate genealogist as well as a devoted citizen and volunteer within the MNO. She
MNO and Government of Canada finalize first Crown-Métis Consultation Agreement
Canadian Malartic Corporation and MNO sign shared interest agreement on Hammond Reef Gold Project. Historic agreement advances recognition of Métis rights in Ontario and builds on MNO’s proven and successful consultation model Ottawa, ON (August 4, 2015)–Today, Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) President Gary Lipinski announced that the MNO and the Government of Canada have
A true friend never forgets
The UNDOF Memorial is decorated with linesman’s spurs which are used to climb towers, communication poles or trees. When retired Chief Warrant Officer and Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizen Roger Ladouceur served in the Middle East in 1980, his dear friend was tragically killed in an accident. Ladouceur and Private Perry Porter were both
New report finds increased risks for Cancer in the Ontario Métis population
Report highlights need for culturally sensitive approaches to prevention TORONTO, ON (July 29, 2015) – A new report developed jointly by Cancer Care Ontario and the Métis Nation of Ontario shows that within the Métis population in Ontario, cancer risk factors are significantly higher when compared with the non-Aboriginal provincial population. The report, Cancer in
President Lipinski shares an update on the Daniels case
M E M O R A N D U M Click here for a PDF version of this memo. To: MNO Citizens From: MNO President Gary Lipinski Date: July 29, 2015 Subject: Update on Daniels Case Please accept the following as an update on the Harry Daniels v. Canada case which is now scheduled to
Summer fun at the Aboriginal Pavilion continues
Daily, the MNO booth has four SYCP members on location, teaching visitors about Métis culture.With only three more days until the end of the Pan AM Games and the first half of the Aboriginal Pavilion, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Summer Youth Cultural Program (SYCP) has received many visitors at the Métis booth. Located