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Let’s Navigate Climate Change: MNO Hosts Virtual Great Lakes Climate Change Forum Grab your virtual paddles and get on board for the upcoming Great Lakes Climate Change Forum! The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is excited to announce the Great Lakes Climate Change Forum, a virtual event taking place on February 22, 2025, from 1:00

Métis Nation of Ontario launches Solar Panel Program to support Green Energy OTTAWA – January 27, 2025 – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is proud to announce the launch of its Solar Panel Program. This initiative is designed to promote green energy and reduce the carbon footprint of Métis-owned homes across the province. The

Métis Author Jessica Outram Wins Prestigious Geoffrey Bilson Award for Historical Fiction Métis citizen Jessica Outram was recently named the winner of the Geoffrey Bilson Award for Historical Fiction for Young People for her debut novel, Bernice and the Georgian Bay Gold. The announcement was made at a 2024 awards event hosted by the Canadian Children’s

MNO Infinite Reach March Break Camp (in-person) Sunday, March 9th to Thursday, March 13th, 2025 The Métis Nation of Ontario is excited to be hosting the annual Infinite Reach March Break Camp from March 9th – 13th at the Canadian Ecology Centre in Mattawa, Ontario. This five-day camp is designed to inspire students to plan

NEWS RELEASE BARRIE SOUTH SIMCOE METIS COUNCIL ************************* As more people are becoming aware of their ecological or “eco” footprint, Georgian Pines Tattoo Studio owner Sherilyn Edwards takes pride in being the first tattoo studio in Barrie to become eco-certified. “A lot of people don’t realize a lot of the products tattoo studios use, like

Katelyn Cudmore, a Bachelor of Education student at Nipissing University, received a scholarship from Indspire to attend its National Gathering for Indigenous Education last month in Winnipeg. According to Indspire, the National Gathering is, “a one-of-a-kind venue where educators and partners can share their voices and work together to improve the educational outcomes of K-12

PCMNO Meeting RecapDecember 11, 2024 The Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO) convened on December 11, 2024, in ahybrid format, with in-person attendance at the Lord Elgin Hotel, 100 Elgin Street, Ottawa, Ontario. President Froh provided an update on recent organizational activities and priorities, highlightingdiscussions with federal and provincial representatives aimed at

Friday, January 17, 2025 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST All Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens are welcome to observe the next business meeting of the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario (PCMNO). The PCMNO meeting will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Eastern Time

What You Need to Know about Family Law: Part 1 Métis citizens are invited to attend “What You Need to Know about Family Law: Part 1” an free legal education session taking place virtually on January 22, 2025, from 6:30 pm-8:30 pm. The first session in a two-part series will provide an accessible introduction to Ontario

OTTAWA, ON – The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) acknowledges the announcement of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation and reflects on his time in office as one marked by significant advancements in reconciliation between Canada and Indigenous peoples, including the Métis Nation. Under his leadership, the MNO saw historic milestones advancing reconciliation with Métis communities