New Survey from MNO Great Lakes Advisory Group
Future generations need 10 minutes of your time! As Métis, we take our commitment to our environment and sustainability seriously. There is currently 8500 kilometers of living shoreline along the Great Lakes which must be preserved and protected, and the MNO Great Lakes Advisory Group invites you to be a part of this important preservation
MNO supports NOSM University students with $515k bursary
Métis Nation of Ontario supports NOSM University students with $515k bursary Donation will be matched by the FDC Foundation totalling $1,030,000 for Métis medical students (Sudbury, ON) – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is providing an endowment of $515,000 to NOSM University, Canada’s first independent medical university. The endowment will fund a bursary program
Special Tea Visiting Series will engage youth in subject of self-government
Special Tea Visiting Series will engage youth in subject of self-government As the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) advances towards its goal of true self-government, we know that youth engagement is key. Representing a core demographic, Métis youth bring a unique insight and energy to discussions, as witnessed by the success of the MNO’s ongoing
Métis people in Ontario are at greater risk for a number of cancers
Métis people in Ontario are at greater risk for a number of cancers The Métis community experiences higher rates of cancer compared to non-Indigenous adults and women are below national target rates for mammograms. By Margaret Froh, President of the Métis Nation of Ontario After a routine mammogram in early June, it was discovered that
Virtual Youth Gatherings Available!
Métis Early Learning Virtual Fall Camp (3-12 Years) The Early Learning and Child Care Team is excited to offer a Fall Virtual Camp, running over three (3) evenings in December. The Métis Early Learning Virtual Fall Camp is open to Métis early learners between the ages of three (3) and twelve (12). The camp will
A harvest message from MNO President Margaret Froh
On the morning of October 22, 1993 A harvest message from MNO President Margaret Froh On the morning of October 22, 1993, Steve Powley and his son, Roddy, set out hunting. They headed north from home in Sault Ste. Marie, and at about 9 a.m., they shot and killed a bull moose near Old Goulais
Sault Ste. Marie bells ring for Reconciliation
https://youtu.be/aeF0_zcFSdE Today marks 172 years since the Crown acknowledged and committed to protect the rights to land of the Sault Ste. Marie Métis Community in the Robinson-Huron Treaty negotiations. That solemn commitment remains unfulfilled today, and reconciliation is stalled without it. This morning, the bell in the steeple of the Sault Métis Centre — the
2nd MNO Climate Change Forum
“We, the Métis are a people of the lands, which gave rise to our history and tradition and culture.” – MNO Statement of Prime Purpose We face complex challenges pertaining to the health of our planet, particularly regarding climate change. The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens can play an important role in addressing climate
Self-Government Simulation for Métis Youth
Important work is being done on the Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreement by the Métis Nation of Ontario, the Métis Nation of Ontario Youth Council, and others to further Métis Self-Governance. 21 Emerging Leaders aged 16-29 will participate in knowledge-transfer, skill-building, and practical governance experience to lead the next generation of Métis peoples, Métis
MNO’s Métis Foster Parent Recruitment Campaign
Keeping Métis Children in Métis Homes | Gardé no ptsi din mèzon Métis Supporting the welfare of Métis children and youth is a top priority for the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO). There are currently many Métis children within the child welfare system who would benefit from the stability of a loving and compassionate household.