News & Events

We appreciate your interest in the Educational Resources Program. Due to the popularity of this program, we have reached maximum capacity and are no longer accepting new applicants. The Educational Resources for Students Grade 7-12 is a one-time funding opportunity for Metis Nation of Ontario citizens in Grades 7-12.  The program provides reimbursement for supplies

Sharing Our Stories: Pathways into and out of homelessness for Ontario Métis Youth Are you currently (or ever have been) homeless and are between 16-29 years of age and a citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario?* This is your chance to share your story to shape our housing programs to better support other Métis

Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Community Councils in Region 5 warmly invited MNO citizens and the wider community to their Sudbury Métis Tradeshow, where they could explore the offerings of Métis artisans, crafters, and small businesses from across the area. Nearly 20 vendor booths highlighted the remarkable diversity and talent present in the region, making

Métis Nation of Ontario applauds Supreme Court of Canada decision upholding legislation to protect Indigenous children, youth and families Ottawa, ON – February 9, 2024 – The Métis Nation of Ontario applauds the unanimous decision released today by the Supreme Court of Canada to uphold the constitutional validity of An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit

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