News & Events

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) invites up to six families from each region (1-9) to join the 2024 Family Rendezvous, “Telling Our Stories.” This special event will connect Métis families with children and youth (ages 4-17) to their culture, with a focus on storytelling. The rendezvous takes place at the J.W. Marriott Rosseau in

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Education Hub has launched! This new app is designed to support Métis post-secondary students, early years educators, MNO citizens, and parents. The MNO Education Hub is a Métis-centric platform providing users with access to events, moderated discussions, and a wide range of MNO resources, including financial aid, housing and

MNO Congratulates Newly Elected MNBC President Walter Mineault The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) congratulates Walter Mineault, recently elected President of Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) and extends its best wishes to all newly elected leadership. President Mineault’s leadership will greatly benefit Métis people in British Columbia, especially through his focus on key areas such

Join the MNO Advocacy Program for an Educational Session on “Jury Duty”! Boost your legal literacy and gain valuable insights into the jury trial and selection process. MNO citizen and guest expert Lysandra Moreno will discuss and explore why Indigenous peoples, including Métis communities, are under-represented on juries. This informative session will also address the

Reconciliation Through Art: An event in commemoration of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation ALMONTE, Ontario- Organized by Métis Elder and Almonte resident Tony Belcourt, this free, day-long event on September 30 brings together Indigenous artists, performers, and knowledge keepers from across Ontario to create an unforgettable experience at the Mississippi Valley Textile Museum in Almonte. Indigenous

Central to building healthy, strong, and resilient Métis communities is our ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and natural disasters. Whether it’s a severe weather event, a wildfire, or a public health crisis, the strength of our community lies in our collective readiness and resilience. To better support our citizens in

Great Lakes Métis Council hosts 20th Anniversary Fish Fry Under the blazing summer sun and sheltered by tents, the Great Lakes Métis Council (GLMC) prepared over 150 lbs of rainbow trout for their cherished annual fish fry. This year’s event was especially significant, celebrating the council’s 20th anniversary and honouring the legacy of former Council

Thomas Fossold (middle) is the recipient of the 2024 MNOYC Youth Leadership Award. The Métis Nation of Ontario Youth Council (MNOYC) is proud to announce Thomas Fossold as this year’s recipient of the Youth Leadership Award, recognizing his exceptional dedication to preserving Métis culture and inspiring his peers. Thomas is a proud Métis youth leader

Dear MNO Citizens, The Métis Nation of Ontario held its 31st Annual General Assembly in Penetanguishene this past August, we reflected on a year filled with challenges and triumphs. The AGA was a powerful reminder of our strength and resilience, as it brought together Métis citizens, leaders, and allies to celebrate our heritage, acknowledge our

MNO Launches Urban Portage Walking ChallengeSeptember 1 – November 30, 2024 Lace up, Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens! The Urban Portage Challenge (UPC) is officially off to the races! In August, we invited MNO communities and Champions to participate in a 3-month walking competition to see whose community can go the distance and collectively