Union Gas Signs Relationship Agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario
Formalizes the process for engagement and consultation Toronto, ON – October 14, 2010 — The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) and Union Gas Limited, a Spectra Energy company, today signed an agreement that will guide their future working relationship in Ontario. Julie Dill, President of Union Gas and Gary Lipinski, MNO President. Doug Carr, Ministry
MNO contributions recognized at Prince Arthur’s Landing Ceremony
(Left to right) Thunder Bay Métis Council President Wendy Landry, Prime Minister Stephen Harper, PCMNO Secretary-Treasurer Tim Pile, Minister of Northern Development, Mines and Forestry Michael Gravelle, Region 2 PCMO Councilor Cam Burgess.The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) was front-and-centre at a ceremony held on September 17 in Thunder Bay to celebrate the one year
Attention Métis Trappers and Fishers
ATTENTION MÉTIS COMMERCIAL FISHERS The MNO’s Lands, Resources and Consultation Branch (“LRC Branch”) is in the process on compiling a list of Métis citizens with commercial fishing licenses in Ontario. Commercial fishing has been and continues to be integral to Métis identity and way of life in Ontario. Collecting this information is important in the
Celebrate Powley Day and the Year of the Métis Nation!
Greetings, As many of you are aware, Sunday, September 19, 2010 marks the seventh anniversary of the Supreme Court decision in R. v. Powley. The ground breaking decision ushered in a whole new era of Métis rights in Ontario and across the Métis Homeland. Especially important at this time of the year, are the Métis
Ispayin – What’s Happening Métis Youth?
Ottawa, ON (September 2010) – Are you a proud Métis youth? Have you ever had your identity questioned by people who lack an understanding about Métis culture? Do you wish that more people had a better understanding of what it means to be Métis? Would you like the opportunity to speak with other Métis youth
MNO Supports Long-Form Census
Metis Citizens, Leaders and Friends At our Annual General Assembly August 21-23, 2010, in Thunder Bay the Assembly passed the resolution below, opposing the Government of Canada’s plans to eliminate the mandatory long-form census and replace it with a voluntary form. The long-form census is especially important for Métis because it is used in many
AR2009-2010
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OCAD University and MNO establish endowment for Métis
Dr. Tony Belcourt Endowment Fund for Métis in the Arts announced at 17th Annual General Assembly (Toronto—August 23, 2010) The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), in partnership with OCAD University (OCADU) is thrilled to announce the establishment of the Dr. Tony Belcourt Endowment Fund for Métis in the Arts. “It is an honour to be
PCMNO Region 9 Rep Valerie Stewart passes
Former Community Council Senator and PCMNO Representative for Region 9, Valerie Stewart passed away peacefully at home in Dunville, Ontario on August 1, 2010 with her husband Bill at her side. Valerie was 84 years of age. Valerie Stewart was an active participant in the early days of forming the MNO, proud of her ancestry
Senator Earnie Lavallée passes
Lavallee, Earnie Elmer – Peacefully at Temiskaming Hospital in New Liskeard on August 3, 2010 at the age of 64 years. Earnie passed away with his loving wife Christine by his side following a brave battle with cancer. Predeceased by his parents Moise and Antoinette [Ranger] Lavallee and siblings: Edward “Eddy” Lavallee, Marie Vanyperen and