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Celebrating Louis Riel Day 2024: Events This November, we invite Métis across Ontario to come together in honouring the courage and sacrifice of the visionary Métis leader, Louis Riel. The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to share a variety of events planned throughout the province to honor his legacy and celebrate Métis culture

Building a Future Rooted in Reflection, Resilience, and Unity As we move into November, with key moments of reflection like Louis Riel Day and Remembrance Day, it’s important to plan for the work ahead with clarity, purpose, and a commitment to our Nation. Recently, Métis leaders gathered for an advisory meeting of the Métis National

PCMNO Meeting Recap Report October 17-18, 2024 A hybrid meeting of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO) was held on October 17-18, 2024, with the sessions on October 17 and the morning of October 18 conducted in-camera. The PCMNO meeting on October 18, 2024, addressed several key topics, starting with the

Upcoming Meeting of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO)   Thursday November 7, 2024, from 9:00 AM – 5:00 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

Today, we mourn the loss of a remarkable leader, advocate, and friend, the Honourable Murray Sinclair. His contributions to truth and justice for Indigenous Peoples in Canada were profound and transformative. From his work as the Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, where he courageously amplified the stories of survivors, to his longstanding dedication

The Métis Nation of Ontario Advocacy Program invites you to a Public Legal Education session, “Office of the Children’s Lawyer: What You Need to Know About the OCL and Children’s Rights.” This virtual community event, aimed at promoting legal literacy in Métis communities, will take place via Zoom on November 20, 2024, from 6:00 to

Edmonton, AB – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) remains fully committed to its relationships and to the Métis National Council (MNC). “We are always strongest when we work together,” shared MNO President Margaret Froh. “We remain fully committed to working together with our sister Métis Nation governments to advance the interests of every Métis

Kooshkopayiw: Awakening Celebrating Métis Spirit and Storytelling Through Art Experience the artistry and visual storytelling of Métis culture at Kooshkopayiw: Awakening, an exhibition on display at the Central Library’s York Gallery in Hamilton from November 12, 2024, to January 31, 2025. This exhibition features work by the Kooshkopayiw Arts Collective, a vibrant community of Métis artists

“Then and Now: The Inspiration of Métis Decorative Arts” “Then and Now: The Inspiration of Métis Decorative Arts,” curated by Métis citizen Scott Carpenter, is on display at the Midland Cultural Centre until January 4, 2025, showcasing traditional and contemporary Métis decorative arts. Scott is a proud Métis citizen and has been a long-time collector

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 Thursday November 7, 2024, from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eastern Time (EST). A draft agenda will be available on the MNO’s