News & Events

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

The Métis Nation, known for its resilience, is advancing self-government legislation to affirm Métis rights and foster reconciliation. Once known as “Canada’s forgotten people,” the story of the Métis people is one of resistance and resilience. In recent years, the Métis have been writing a new chapter in our story with Canada based on recognition,

From Hives to Hotels: Thames Bluewater Métis Council expands the Native Bee Monitoring Project The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Native Bee Monitoring Project has generated a lot of buzz across our communities! Due to the tremendous popularity of the Native Bee Monitoring Project supplies were quick to run out and many would-be apiarists missed

This September we will mark the 20th anniversary of the landmark Métis rights affirming Powley decision! We are calling on all early learner Métis artists to create a masterpiece in honour of this historic decision in our Powley Illustration Contest. Participants have a chance to win one of three prizes and to have their illustration

MEMORANDUM: To: MNO Citizens, Community Councils, PCMNO From: Hank Rowlinson, MNO Chair Date: June 23, 2023 Subject: 2023 Annual General Assembly—Deadline for Special Business Resolutions Background on Special Business Resolutions The 2010 MNO Annual General Assembly (“AGA”) passed a resolution (AGA-RES10-02) that all future resolutions brought to MNO AGAs, which propose changes to the MNO’s

The Huron-Superior Regional Community of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to announce a new regional tourism project in partnership with Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy (LSWC). Métis Tours allows participants of all ages to discover Métis History in Sault Ste. Marie through walking and walking/paddling tours. Participants will learn about the Métis connection

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Housing & Infrastructure Branch is announcing its Sault Ste. Marie Housing Development Pilot Project, a ground-breaking new affordable rental housing initiative to support low-income Métis households. In a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 26, the MNO will unveil 20 brand-new rental townhomes opening gradually over the next year, which

Government of Canada introduces self-government bill with Métis Nation partners June 19, 2023 (Ottawa, ON) — Crown–Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, the Métis Nation of Ontario, the Métis Nation–Saskatchewan and the Métis Nation of Alberta  Today, with the support of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), the Métis Nation–Saskatchewan (MN-S), and the Métis Nation

Statement from the MNO on fraud and theft charges against former members of the Highland Water Métis Council The Lennox & Addington (L&A) County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged three people with fraud and theft-related offences in relation to an investigation of misuse of funds. In July of 2022, an investigation commenced