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MNO Participates in the 2025 Indigenous Membership and Citizenship Conference in Saskatchewan The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) joined Indigenous leaders, scholars, and post-secondary institutions in Saskatoon for a national conference focused on Indigenous membership and citizenship policies in education. Held from May 7 to 9, 2025, the Indigenous Membership and Citizenship Conference explored the

Supporting Métis Harvesting and Culture The Métis harvest is about far more than sustenance—it is a profound expression of Métis rights and an enduring link between generations, communities, and the lands and waters of our ancestors. Through harvesting, Métis families access food and medicines, pass down traditional knowledge, and maintain their relationships with the waters,

Bringing Métis Stories to the Classroom A New Collaboration with Cherie Dimaline This summer, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is excited to launch a new project that brings Métis brilliance to bookshelves through a collaboration with celebrated author Cherie Dimaline. This partnership will result in new resources to support the Grade 9 De-streamed English course

Building a Brighter Future Thunder Bay Indigenous Youth Transition House The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is proud to be a part of a groundbreaking project assisting Indigenous youth in Thunder Bay. A transitional housing project, built by Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services and managed by the Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Centre, Ontario Native Women’s Association,

New Workshop Series ‘Seasons of Change’ Helps Métis Families Support Early Childhood Development REGISTER Get ready to grow, play, and learn—season by season with the Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC)! The MNO ELCC Developmental Resource Consultant (DRC) Team is excited to launch a new quarterly workshop series designed to support Métis

Harvesting Michif Stories Alberta Gathering Strengthens Language and Métis Identity Previous Next A significant step in the revitalization of the Michif language and the preservation of Métis storytelling traditions took place at Métis Crossing in Alberta. The Harvesting and Preserving Michif Stories gathering, held on May 6–7, 2025, brought together leaders, Elders, youth, and language

MNO Youth Council Region 8 to Host a Beading and Self-Governance Circle for Métis Youth REGISTER The Métis Nation of Ontario Youth Council (MNOYC) Region 8 is inviting Métis youth to come together in a creative and meaningful way to explore self-governance and self-determination. On June 15, from 2-4pm, join us at the North York Central

MNO Spotlights Métis-led Solutions to Homelessness at National Housing Conference Previous Next Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) staff joined housing professionals, policymakers, and advocates from across the country at the Canadian Housing and Renewal Association (CHRA) Congress in Ottawa to highlight Métis-specific housing challenges and solutions. The national conference focused on housing and homelessness issues,

PCMNO Meeting Summary Monday, May 15th, 2025 At the May 15, 2025, PCMNO meeting, President Froh provided an update on the wildfires across Ontario and MNO’s coordination with regional leadership in response efforts. She also celebrated the conclusion of the King Charles III Coronation Medal ceremonies, with special mention of Senator Marlene Greenwood, and reaffirmed

OTTAWA – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dale LeClair as Chief Executive Officer, effective July 7, 2025. A proud Métis leader with deep roots in Métis and First Nations governance, Dale brings more than two decades of senior leadership experience advancing Indigenous priorities at the national, provincial,