PCMNO Meeting Recap Report – September 24 – 25, 2024

PCMNO Meeting Recap Report September 24 – 25, 2024 On September 24, 2024, a hybrid meeting of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO) was held, with elected MNO leadership, staff, and legal counsel present. Strategic Priorities, Rights & Self-Government Updates Aird & Berlis LLP led discussions during the in-camera session. On

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Reflecting on National Truth and Reconciliation Day

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t6MY-0IBuuEAs National Truth and Reconciliation Day on September 30th draws near, Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) President Margaret Froh reflects on the significance of this important day that honours the survivors of residential schools and acknowledges the lasting impacts of colonization on Indigenous communities throughout Canada. In this video message, President Froh emphasizes the importance

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OP ED: Ontario’s health-care system is putting Métis lives at risk—it’s time governments invest in research to influence meaningful change

This Opinion Editorial initially appeared in the Hill Times on September 25, 2024 What does it mean to be Indigenous today? As a young Métis person, I’ve learned it is vastly different than the experiences of my Métis ancestors who—despite living notably long lives—faced discrimination, displacement, and dispossession from the lands they called home. Canada

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MNO Congratulates Newly Elected MNBC President Walter Mineault

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

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Webinar: an educational session on Jury Duty

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

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Reconciliation Through Art: an event in commemoration of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

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

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Strengthening Métis Communities Through Emergency Preparedness

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

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