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Northwestern Ontario Métis Community Marks 150th Anniversary of Signing the Adhesion to Treaty 3 September 12, 2025 – Fort Frances, ON September 12th marked 150 years since the Métis families of Rainy Lake and Rainy River, under the leadership of Nicholas Chatelaine, signed the Halfbreed Adhesion to Treaty No. 3. This remains the only time

Everyday Skills for KidsAn Early Learning Workshop on Occupational Therapy Workshop Title: The Occupational Therapy Connection: Fine Motor Skills, Sensory Skills, and Emotional RegulationSeptember 24, 2025, 7:00 – 8:30 PM ESTRegistration Period: September 3 -22, 2025 Are you looking to support your child’s independence in daily activities? If so, we invite you to the EarlyLearning Workshop, hosted

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is proud to announce that all Kindergarten to Grade 12 (K-12) support programs and resources have been added to the MNO Education Hub app. This expansion ensures that parents, teachers, and students have easy access to culturally relevant educational tools and opportunities. In addition to the new K–12 content, the

Honouring the Legacy of Terry Fox At sunrise on September 1, 2025, Métis citizens and community members gathered at the Terry Fox Monument overlooking Lake Superior for a ceremony honouring Terry Fox. Organized by the Thunder Bay & District Métis Community Council, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), and the Fox family, the event paid

Métis Babysitter’s Club: Skills & Certification for Grades 7–10 (Fall Session) Apply Now Métis youth in grades 7 to 10 interested in obtaining babysitting knowledge and skill are invited to apply to the Métis Babysitter’s Club program. This program will provide youth with essential skills and foundational knowledge for quality home-based child care. Led by

Métis Nation of Ontario Attends the Otipemisiwak Métis Government Citizens’ Gathering in Alberta The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) attended the 97th annual Otipemisiwak Métis Government Citizens’ Gathering hosted at Métis Crossing in late August. Mitch Case, Provisional Council of the MNO representative for Huron-Superior Métis Community, Mitch Case, brought greetings to the Citizens Gathering on

Urban Portage Challenge / Paw Voyage: The MNO Walking Competition Returns! The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is excited to announce the return of the Urban Portage Challenge (UPC)—and this year, we’re all about dogging your steps—literally! Citizens are encouraged to invite their furry or four-legged companions to join in this three-month walking competition as

The MNO’s 32nd Annual General Assembly in the Media Earlier this month, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) held its 32nd Annual General Assembly (AGA) in the scenic and historically significant community of Sault Ste. Marie. Once a vibrant Métis river lot settlement, the area was home to families such as the Boissonneaus, Mirons, Labattes,

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) was proud to have President Margaret Froh participate in the 2025 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference. As part of the launch of the Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), President Froh joined a panel of Indigenous leaders to share perspectives on reconciliation and the importance of collaboration with

https://youtu.be/-C277F-dhIA Food security and nutrition is a critical foundation for the health and well-being of youth, and the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is committed to ensuring that Métis children have access to the nutritious food they need to thrive. In response to the growing need for support, the MNO is proud to announce the