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PCMNO Meeting Recap Report January 23, 2024 On January 23, 2024 a virtual meeting of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO) was held via Zoom with elected MNO leadership, staff and citizens attending the online session. The President’s Update began by highlighting the many developments that have taken place at a

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Region 5 is thrilled to announce its upcoming Sudbury Tradeshow, a two-day event taking place on February 10 and 11 at the USW Local 6500 on 66 Brady Street. The tradeshow will feature an array of talented Métis artisans, crafters, and small businesses from across the region, providing a

About the Session Join the MNO and guest presenter Erin Houston from OK2BeMe for a session discussing freedom of expression within the early years. Erin is the Community Engagement Lead at Okay2BeMe, which offers a set of supportive services for Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) and questioning kids, teens, adults, and

Métis Nation of Ontario Applauds Indigenous and Northern Affairs Committee’s Adoption of Bill C-53 OTTAWA – Today, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) applauds the adoption of Bill C-53, the Recognition of Certain Métis Governments in Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan and Métis Self-Government Act, by the Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs (INAN). “It has

Your Voice Matters! Join MNO’s Anti-Racism Strategy Engagement Ontario is actively tackling systemic racism, and your input is crucial in shaping the province’s Anti-Racism Strategy! In 2016, the Ontario government created the Anti-Racism Directorate (ARD) to work with communities in developing and implementing anti-hate strategies. The Anti-Racism Strategic Plan focuses on ending systemic racism and

Conserving Aquatic Species at Risk!Engagement Sessions for all MNO citizens The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Rights, Research, and Policy Branch invite you to participate in a policy engagement focusing on the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) Aquatic Species at Risk Conservation policy update. The MNO is partnering with Shared Values Solutions (SVS) to

Representatives from across the Métis Nation and the Federal government met in Ottawa on January 31 as part of the Canada-Métis Nation Permanent Bilateral Mechanism. Ottawa, ON – Yesterday, the Métis Nation and the Government of Canada held the first Permanent Bilateral Mechanism (PBM) meeting of 2024. The PBM is a means of collaborative partnership

World Wetlands Day 2024 Happy World Wetlands Day, Métis Nation of Ontario! Let’s celebrate and appreciate the incredible diversity and importance of wetlands in our beautiful province. Did you know that wetlands play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity, filtering water and mitigating climate change? Fun Facts about Wetlands: Wetlands are home to a rich

Purpose of the Kits and the Giveaway The purpose of an emergency preparedness kit is to help families following an emergency situation. The kit has 72 hours’ worth of supplies to help with food, water, heat, lighting, and sanitation, along first aid supplies, which are vital in emergency situations especially in isolated locations where an

The Housing & Infrastructure branch is hosting gatherings on the Housing & Homelessness Action Plan from February 7-13 to inform the development of a 10-year Action Plan. The plan will address housing and homelessness challenges Métis Nation of Ontario citizens face. The engagements are just one part of a comprehensive process to gather insights, ideas,