News & Events

Student Achievement Awards announced at AGA Five Métis post-secondary students were recognized at the MNO’s 33rd Annual General Assembly in Toronto with PSE Student Achievement Awards. The merit-based awards recognize exemplary academic achievement and community involvement. Each recipient received $5,000, with applications reviewed anonymously by a panel of MNO citizens. Congratulations to this year’s recipients:

Webinar: The Occupational Therapy Connection – Fine Motor Skills, Sensory Skills, and Emotional Regulation Tuesday, September 22, 2026 | 7-8:00p.m. EDTRegistration Period: August 31 — September 14, 2026  Are you looking to support your child’s independence in daily activities? If so, we invite you to the Early Learning Workshop, hosted by Developmental Resource Consultants (DRC),

Understanding Childhood Trauma: Conversations That Matter Childhood trauma can have lasting impacts on wellbeing, relationships, and healing. On September 29 at 6:30 p.m. EDT, MNO citizens and families are invited to join Childhood Trauma: Conversations That Matter, a virtual presentation exploring childhood trauma, its impacts, and the healing process. Led by MNO Victim Services Program Coordinator

Info Session: Becoming a Licensed Home Child Care Provider Thursday, September 10 at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, September 22 at 1:30 p.m. Interested in becoming a licensed home child care provider but not sure where to start? Join a virtual information session to learn more about the Home Child Care Program and the licensing process.Participants will learn

Calling All Vendors: Join Us at the 2027 MNO ELCC Conference Vendor applications are now open for the 2027 MNO Early Learning and Child Care Conference, taking place February 26–28, 2027, at White Oaks Resort and Spa in Niagara-on-the-Lake. This year’s conference, Rooted in Story: Exploring the Power of Storytelling Through Music, Movement, and Connection,

MNO Seeking Citizens to Serve on Boards of Directors The Métis Nation of Ontario is inviting citizens with leadership, governance, and community experience to apply for positions on two Boards of Directors supporting Métis early learning, child care, and land-based programming in Ontario.   Opportunities are currently available with the Métis Early Learning Inc. (MELI)

Ryan Lafleur steps down as PCMNO Post-Secondary Education Representative Ryan Lafleur has submitted his resignation as Post-Secondary Education Representative on the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario, effective September 7, 2026. Ryan is stepping down from his elected role as he begins a new staff position as Métis Language Specialist with the Métis Language

Registration Opens for the 2026 Urban Portage Challenge MNO citizens, families, communities, clients, and staff in regions 2 – 9 are invited to get moving together during the 5th Annual Urban Portage Challenge. Running from September 1 to October 23, 2026, the Urban Portage Challenge is a walking initiative that encourages healthy living, strengthens community

New Study Highlights Métis-Led Approach to Sustainability A recently published study is highlighting a Métis-led approach to sustainability and environmental stewardship, with contributions from Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Environment and Climate Change Manager Jesse Fieldwebster. The study focuses on the development of the Manyèr èkawlawjik michif de traké (MEMT), a Métis-focused ecological footprint calculator

Defend & Empower: Personal Safety and Self-Defense Workshop The MNO Community Wellbeing Branch is inviting citizens and community members to take part in Defend & Empower, a free virtual workshop focused on building confidence, awareness, and practical personal safety skills. Taking place on Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Zoom, the