Responding to First Nation Attacks on Ontario Métis and Métis Denialism
Statement from the Métis Nation of Ontario Responding to First Nation Attacks on Ontario Métis and Métis Denialism Métis denialism needs to stop. It was distasteful and violent in the 1990s when Premier Mike Harris and his Ministers attacked the very existence of Ontario Métis and our rights. It is distasteful and lateral violence when
Statement from MNO Chief Electoral Officer: Results of Special Assembly Ballot Box Vote
Statement from MNO Chief Electoral Officer Results of Special Assembly Ballot Box Vote On June 17, 2023, the Métis Nation of Ontario (“MNO”) held a one-day, in-person Special Assembly to consider and vote on a Special Resolution to amend the MNO Bylaws and MNO Registry Policy as well as adopt the Citizen Removal Appeals Policy.
Special Assembly Confirms Removal of Incomplete Citizenship Files from MNO Registry
MNO Special Assembly Confirms Removal of Incomplete Citizenship Files from MNO Registry On Saturday, June 17, 2023, the Métis Nation of Ontario (“MNO”) held a Special Assembly in Toronto, Ontario to follow through on the next steps related to the Registry Review process and the results of its recently held province-wide Plebiscite in relation to
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Exclusive mobile phone plan for MNO Citizens, staff and their families
The Métis Nation of Ontario is happy to announce that we have partnered to bring our citizens, staff and their families an exclusive mobile phone plan (powered by Rogers) designed to save you approximately 20-40% on your monthly bill. At the forefront of this innovative collaboration is our commitment to supporting MNO citizens by providing
PCMNO Meeting Held in Ottawa – May 30, 2023
On May 30, 2023 a meeting of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO) was held in downtown Ottawa with elected MNO leadership, staff and citizens attending the session. PCMNO were provided updates from staff on key files including developments in affordable housing initiatives; Self-Government and fiscal policies; and an in-camera discussion
Seeking Beadwork Designs
The MNO is seeking original beadwork designs from Métis artists of any age for inclusion in an upcoming online project. These designs will be reimagined digitally and incorporated into an online interactive activity for all ages. Selected designs will be publicly displayed with artists receiving compensation for use and credit. Not all submissions will be
Former MNO President Gary Lipinski awarded Honorary Doctorate
Former MNO President Gary Lipinski awarded Honorary Doctorate by Wilfrid Laurier University https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dxfgx7My6F0 WATERLOO, ON – Gary Lipinski, former president of the Métis Nation of Ontario, was among five accomplished Canadians receiving honorary degrees at Wilfrid Laurier University’s 2023 spring convocation ceremonies. “Gary Lipinski made a transformational impact on Ontario-Métis relations by successfully negotiating the
Seeking Your Input on Health Priorities
As we continue to work to advance self-government and support our communities, improving the health care system to meet the unique needs of our citizens is a key priority for the MNO, as is continuing to provide high-quality healing and wellness programs and services. You may have heard that the Canadian government, alongside the provinces
Late Métis Veteran Melvin Ronald Rivers honoured in Sudbury Ceremony
Late Métis Veteran Melvin Ronald Rivers honoured in Sudbury Ceremony In the early afternoon on May 26, 2023 a ceremony was held in Sudbury to remember and honour the late World War II Métis Veteran, Melvin Ronald Rivers, his contributions, his sacrifices and his legacy. Friends, family and Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) leadership gathered