MNO Adds its Voice to Bell Let’s Talk

January 28 is recognized across Canada as Bell Let’s Talk Day. Introduced in 2010, the Let’s Talk initiative challenged stigmas and sparked a global conversation on mental health awareness. We encourage you to join in the conversation on January 28 by using the hashtag #LetsTalk and by reaching out to those who may be struggling.

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Speakers Series: Métis Mental Health and Covid (Feb 16)

Métis Mental Health and Covid-19: Tools for Coping & Planning for Wellness Feb 16, 2021 • 7-8:30pm EST As the COVID pandemic continues, Métis people and communities are feeling the strain of disruptions to daily life that can wear down our mental health and wellbeing. Please join us for the next MNO Mental Health and

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All-Citizen Town Hall Recap (Jan 21)

More than 420 Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Citizens attended the all-Citizen Town Hall that took place January 21, 2021 via Zoom. In opening remarks, MNO President Margaret Froh welcomed Citizens to the second ever all MNO Citizen Town Hall, introduced in 2020 to keep the community informed during the pandemic. “Tonight we wanted to

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Self-Government Simulations for Métis Youth

Finding Unity Through Negotiation: The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO), in partnership with the Gordon Foundation, is excited to announce a series of Negotiation Simulations for Métis youth (ages 16-29) this February. The “Finding Unity Through Negotiation” simulations are a great opportunity for Métis youth to explore aspects of Métis Self-Government, politics and policy by

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PCMNO Meeting – Jan 30-31, 2021

The Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO) will be meeting from January 30 to 31, 2021 online. A draft agenda will be available in the coming days. Immediately following the PCMNO meeting there will be a written update circulated to all leadership and posted on the MNO website – the update from

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TC Energy offers scholarships and internships to Métis students

TC Energy is offering exciting and diverse work opportunities for Métis students, including internships, summer roles, co-ops, and scholarships! TC Energy Scholarship Program: The Program opens in March 2021 and accepts applications until May 14, 2021. We offer three different types of scholarships: Scholarships for Trades students (40 scholarships worth $2,500 each) Scholarships for STEM

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Intern on the Hill: Parliamentary Internship Program

Attention Métis youth! The Parliamentary Internship Program (PIP) is seeking engaged interns for a unique opportunity to work on the Hill! The non-partisan Program is designed to create “unique training opportunities for young professionals and recent university graduates, [to] increase knowledge of Parliament, and provide MPs with skilled assistants.” Ten applicants will be selected via

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MNOYC Tea Series: The Gordon Foundation | Feb 2, 2020

Tea Series with the Gordon Foundation Tuesday, February 2, 2021 | 7PM This month we have invited the Gordon Foundation to join us for a candid conversation on the upcoming MNO and MNOYC co-facilitated simulation: Finding Unity Through Negotiation! The goal of this series is to welcome young people to learn, inquire and answer all

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All MNO Citizen Online Town Hall

In an effort to inform, update and hear from leadership of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) all MNO Citizens are invited to join an online Zoom Town Hall discussion on Thursday January 21, 2021. The Zoom Town Hall will open at 6:50 pm and the meeting will take place from 7:00 to 8:30 PM

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MHA Speakers Series #6: Creating Safer Spaces for Two-Spirit Métis People

Creating Safer Spaces for Two-Spirit Métis PeopleJanuary 20, 2021 at 7-8:30pm EST This upcoming Mental Health & Addictions (MHA) workshop will review the difference between sexuality and gender, provide an overview of different gender identities, and discuss inclusive practices to help ensure Two-Spirit people are acknowledged and supported within a Métis cultural context. It will also begin

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