Riel Day & Powley Day 2013

Every year, Métis from across the Homeland, honour the anniversary of the unjust execution of Louis Riel by holding Louis Riel Day events. Although Louis Riel Day commemorates one of the great tragedies of Canadian history, it is also a day to celebrate Métis culture and the continuing progress the Métis people are making in

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Louis Riel Honoured Across Ontario

This year, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) marked Louis Riel Day with virtual celebrations across the province. November 16 is a somber day for the Métis people, as it marks the 135th anniversary of Louis Riel’s execution. However, it is also a time for recognizing the many contributions Métis people have made throughout history,

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Louis Riel Day 2010

Commemorating Louis Riel in the Year of the Métis In many ways November 16th is the saddest day of the year for the Métis Nation. It is the day on which, in 1885, Louis Riel was hanged for treason. But by marking this day every year and remembering Riel and his fight, Métis people have,

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Métis Flag flies at Toronto City Hall for Riel Day

On Wednesday, the Province of Ontario accepted Medical Officer of Health Dr. Eileen de Villa’s recommendation to place the city of Toronto in the Red–Control category of its colour-coded system for COVID-19 restrictions. These new public health measures took effect on Saturday and last for the next 28 days. Due to these increased measures and

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Louis Riel Day in Ontario

As you know, each year on November 16 the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) marks Louis Riel Day. While this annual day of recognition is the somber commemoration of the execution of Louis Riel in 1885, it is also an opportunity to come together to recognize Riel’s many contributions to Canada as well as highlight

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Remembrance Day 2020

As we mark Remembrance Day, let us honour those who have served so bravely in war and in peace. Métis people have a strong tradition of military service. Our involvement in the defense of Canada began before there was a Canada, in the War of 1812. Métis have also served in both World Wars, the

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Infinite Reach is going virtual with Cultural Workshops

The Métis Nation of Ontario is excited to be hosting two virtual Infinite Reach Network: Cultural Workshops. Infinite Reach Network events are aimed at connecting students, staff, and faculty at postsecondary institutions across Ontario with Métis culture and way of life. Participants have the opportunity to choose the workshop(s) they would like to attend, whether

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MNO to Focus on Self-Government at 27th Annual General Assembly

[OTTAWA, ONTARIO, NOVEMBER 6, 2020] The Métis Nation of Ontario’s (MNO) 27th Annual General Assembly (AGA) is scheduled to take place virtually on Saturday, November 7, 2020. MNO President Margaret Froh will welcome leadership and Métis citizens from across Ontario to reflect on the achievements of the previous year, to set direction for the coming

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