News & Events

Happy Easter Easter is a time for joy and reflection on our many blessings. As we welcome spring, we are reminded of the beauty and gifts of the natural world and are given hope. This has been a challenging year, however there is still so much for which to be grateful. Bright days are ahead.

Self-Government Update: All Citizen Town Hall March 25, 2021   On March 25, 2021 Métis Citizens from across Ontario joined leadership for a virtual All Citizens Town Hall. During the virtual assembly, Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) President Froh provided an update on recent community events and milestones, a brief recap of March PCMNO meetings,

MNO All Citizen Town Hall Recap March 25, 2021 On Thursday, March 25 Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Citizens from across the province were invited to an All-Citizen Online Town Hall for an update from MNO leadership. This virtual assembly is the second All-Citizen Town Hall to be offered to MNO Citizens, and provided key

Celebrating Community Ties: MNO Women’s Leadership Gathering 2021   Early on Sunday, March 21, 2021, Métis women from across the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) logged on to participate in the virtual Métis Women’s Leadership Gathering: Celebrating Community Ties. (Update: The gathering was open to MNO Community Council Women’s Representatives and a chosen plus one

Good Governance and Best Practices Training Session Saturday March 27, 2021 Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Community Councils, MNO Advisory Councils, MNO Regional Consultation Committees and members of the PCMNO to participated in a day-long Good Governance and Best Practices Training Session via Zoom with Bob Plamondon and Associates.  Key topics included: Council Mandate and Purpose Roles

  Unity Through Negotiation: MNO Youth take part in Self-Government Simulation As the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) advances on the road to self-government, it is imperative that all voices within the community are being heard—especially those of Métis youth, who will carry this important work forward on behalf of the generations yet to come.

Thames Bluewater Métis Council Delivers Winter Harvest Hampers   Over 120 Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Citizens and their family members have benefited from the “Winter Harvest Hamper Giveaway” recently organized by the Thames Bluewater Métis Council (TBWMC). Thanks to the efforts of the Council, more than 40 food hampers were distributed to the community

Infinite Reach March Break Camp April 12-14, 2021 Do you know a Métis student in grade 10, 11 or 12 who would benefit from learning about all the opportunities in postsecondary education? This retreat is designed to engage young Métis students interested in college or university. The Infinite Reach March Break Camp will take place

A Place in the Circle Two Spirit (LGBTQ+) Leadership Symposium   For Two-Spirit identifying Métis folks, having a place in the circle is a historically significant and cherished right. Our Indigenous ancestors had long celebrated 2SLGBTQ+ individuals for their unique gifts and contributions; and today Métis continue to find ways to honour this “community within

COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics in Ontario Beginning November 6th, 2021, eligible individuals will be able to book their booster dose appointment through the COVID-19 Vaccination Portal or by calling the Provincial Vaccine Contact Centre, effective at 8:00 am. If local clinics are not viewable on this date, they will be added in the coming days. Please