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Volunteer of the Year Award 2023 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. The 2022 Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to Kathleen Anderson from the

30th MNO Annual General Assembly August 17 to 20, 2023 • Westin Hotel • Ottawa Watch the MNO AGA livestream on our Facebook page The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Annual General Assembly (AGA) is Métis self-government in action. Every year, MNO leadership and citizens from Métis communities across Ontario gather to make their voices heard, review the

DATE: July 19, 2023 TO: Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Citizens, Community Councils and the Provisional Council of the MNO (PCMNO) FROM: Hank Rowlinson, MNO Chair SUBJECT: Proposed 2023 MNO Annual General Assembly (AGA) Special Business Resolutions  Click this link for the proposed 2023 MNO AGA Special Business Resolutions received by the MNO on or

MNO Citizens Present at National Health Conferences CPHA and CSEB The health and wellbeing of Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens has always been a top priority for the MNO; and spearheading Métis-specific health research is an essential part of closing existing gaps in health outcomes for Métis in the province. Recently, a collaboration between

2023 marks the 30th Anniversary of the establishment of the Métis Nation of Ontario and the 20th anniversary of the landmark Métis rights decision in R v. Powley The year 2023 will mark the 30th anniversary of the founding of the Métis Nation of Ontario! It also marks 20 years since the landmark victory at

[THUNDER BAY, JULY 12] — Fort William Historical Park is celebrating its 50th Anniversary with a Great Rendezvous running from July 8 to 16. The event features a diverse range of activities, reenactments, interactive demonstrations, and knowledge-sharing sessions, offering visitors an immersive experience into the rich history of the fur trade in the region. One

Former Greenstone Métis Council President William “Torch” Gordon Passes William Gordon, affectionately known as “Torch,” peacefully passed away on June 19th, 2023. Born in Nipigon, Ontario, Bill was recognized by his vibrant red hair, which earned him his nickname. His passion for supporting his community led him to become deeply involved with the Métis Nation

More than 180 citizens from Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Region 7 attended a first-of-its-kind open house to learn about nuclear safety, ask questions of subject matter experts, and get information on the proposal for a Deep Geological Repository in Teeswater, Ontario. The MNO Lands, Resources and Consultations (LRC) branch hosted the Nuclear Safety Open

The Back to School Program provides supplies to help ease the return to school. Each program includes essential school items, including a back pack, Kleenex, neck gaiter, mini ice pack, Thermos lunch bag, funtainer, Thermos vacuum food jar, utensil set, Thermos water bottle, Crayola pencil crayons, Crayola washable markers, pencils, white pencil eraser, 2 hole

On the picturesque shores of Georgian Bay, the vibrant cultural heritage of the Métis people came to life during the annual Rendezvous organized by the Georgian Bay Métis Council (GBMC) at Discovery Harbour in Penetanguishene, Ontario, on June 25. The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) community’s annual Rendezvous fostered a sense of community and cultural