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Supporting Métis Mental Wellness during the winter months The winter months are often the most difficult time for mental health. Shorter daylight hours, colder temperatures, and fewer opportunities for social connection can contribute to increased stress, low mood, anxiety, and feelings of isolation. Research from the Canadian Psychological Association indicates that approximately 15 per cent of Canadians will

From Georgian Bay to Coast-to-Coast How James Quinn turned friendship and a love of fishing into a Canadian seafood business With roots in the Georgian Bay Métis Community around Penetanguishene, James Quinn grew up with a strong connection to the water. Long before he considered starting a seafood business, fishing was simply part of daily

Accepting Nominations for the MNO Volunteer of the Year Award Every year since 2006, the Volunteer of the Year Award has been presented to a Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizen who has made ongoing contributions to their community and the MNO as a whole. This year’s Volunteer of the Year Award will be presented at the MNO

Fish Survey Highlights: What MNO citizens shared from the water Between September 2, 2024 and September 1, 2025, Métis citizens across Ontario took part in the Métis Nation of Ontario’s Fish Survey, sharing their experiences and observations on the water. A total of 40 entries were submitted, offering insight into how fishing continues to support

Webinar: Navigating Early Years Funding Wednesday, February 25, 2026 | 7-8:30p.m. EST Webinar: Navigating Early Years FundingWednesday, February 25, 2026 | 7-8:30p.m. ESTRegistration Period: February 4 — February 18, 2026 Navigating early years funding can be overwhelming. To help, the MNO Early Learning and Child Care team is offering a workshop that explains Ontario’s funding

A Place in The Circle: Transgender Day of Visibility March 31 is Transgender Day of Visibility. A day that serves to raise awareness about transgender people and to celebrate the lives and contributions of trans individuals. TDOV also highlights the poverty, discrimination, and violence that many in the community continue to face.To mark this important day, the

Celebrating a True Changemaker Tammy Webb Honoured for Over 20 Years of Dedication to Employment and Training Indigenous Skills and Employment Training (ISET) Gathering in Ottawa, January 24, 2026. Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) Tammy Webb, Education and Training Manager of Labour Market, received a well-earned honour at the Indigenous Skills and Employment Training (ISET)

Info Session: Becoming a Licensed Home Child Care ProviderWednesday, April 8, 2026 | 12:30p.m. and 6:30p.m. EST Are you interested in becoming a Licensed Home Child Care Provider but not sure where to start? Join an information session on the Home Child Care Program and the licensing process. Through this program, Métis Home Child Care

Toronto & York Region Métis Council and MNO Region 8 host holiday lunchEvent Turned a Winter Day into a Celebration of Community Heavy snowfall and cold temperatures didn’t stop Métis citizens and community members from gathering for the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Toronto & York Region Métis Council (TYRMC) and Region 8 Holiday Lunch

Clear Waters Métis Council warms spirits with Winter Feast Set against the backdrop of more than 40 World War II aircraft, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Clear Waters Métis Council (CWMC) held its Winter Feast, bringing together leadership and community members for an evening of culture and celebration at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum