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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,

Click the image for more information Sunset Country Métis Council will also be holding a Louis Riel Day flag raising ceremony on Saturday, November 16 at 11:30 AM at the Fort Frances Civic Centre (320 Portage Ave); followed by lunch and cultural activities at the Sunset Country Métis Community Centre (714 Armit Avenue) at 12:00

Louis Riel. Click here to view a larger version of the picture. Louis Riel Day is held every year on November 16 across the Métis homelands. November 16 is the anniversary of Riel’s execution in 1885. During that year, Riel led Métis people in the Northwest Resistance, which was a stand against the Government of

MNO President Gary Lipinski (foreground) speaks at Louis Riel Day Provincial Ceremony in Toronto. (l-r, background) Colin Sawchuk (Métis youth representative), Jean Teillet (Métis lawyer and descendent of Louis Riel), Sharon McBride (MNO Vice-chair) and France Picotte (MNO Chair) As happens every year, on November 16, 2011, Métis people all across Ontario gathered for Louis

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

The Métis Nation of Ontario, in partnership with the Canadian Coast Guard are inviting all Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens and their families to attend a free Introduction to Boating Safety online training course. Offered by Transport Canada, this free training opportunity is open to any and all Indigenous people. The goal of this

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

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

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