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This article was originally published in The Hill Times on October 25, 2023 Under Bill C-53—the federal government’s proposed legislation to recognize self government and self determination to Métis in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario—it will be easier for Métis communities to develop child welfare services that make sense for Métis, writes Theresa Stenlund. Métis communities

At the heart of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) lies a core commitment: to offer assistance and support to MNO citizens that makes a difference in their lives. This commitment — outlined in the MNO Statement of Prime Purpose — has been central to the MNO since its founding three decades ago. The MNO’s

In honour of the 20th anniversary of the Powley decision, the Early Learning and Child Care team hosted an early learning illustration contest. We put a call out to Early Learning Métis artists to create a masterpiece in honour of this historic decision. We also asked the artists to provide a write-up answering the question,

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation: Métis Families and Early Learning Fall Camp in Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park

This Opinion Editorial was first published in the Toronto Star Hearing some First Nation politicians question the authenticity of Métis heritage leaves our young people disheartened and anxious.   By Jordyn Playne When Ontario’s Métis youth speak of their concerns and aspirations, there is a noticeable change in their tone, no doubt inspired by events

APPLICATIONS CLOSE – JANUARY 1, 2024. MNO citizen households that make up to $54,000 per year, are eligible to receive a monthly $500 short-term rent supplement to be paid directly to their landlord ending March 2024. Only one application per household will be approved. Eligibility criteria: MNO citizens Annual income does not exceed $54,000.00 Renting

Statement in Support of the Sault Ste. Marie Community In the wake of the tragic events that unfolded earlier this week, we, Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) President Margaret Froh, Region 4 Councillor Mitch Case, Historic Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council President Kim Powley and Senator Brenda Powley extend our deepest condolences to the Sault

MEDIA RELEASE October 25, 2023, OTTAWA – Federal legislation to finally recognize self-government for Métis governments in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario is reconciliation in action and must be passed by the House of Commons, say Métis leaders. The Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs is beginning hearings on Bill C-53, the Recognition of Certain

The Métis Nation of Ontario needs your talent and creativity to develop a logo for the our Environment and Climate Change team’s monitoring programs! Who are we? The Environment and Climate Change team works under the MNO Lands, Resources and Consultations branch. The team coordinates all environmental program development, including programming to bring awareness and

Métis Nation of Ontario Hosts 2SLGBTQIA+ Climate Change Forum MNO explores disproportionate climate change impacts on 2SLGBTQIA+ Métis and collects citizen feedback for new Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Strategy   Ottawa, ON (October 24, 2023) – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) hosted a virtual Climate Change Forum on October 21, for Two-Spirit and