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Métis Region 5
MATTAWA/OTTAWA RIVER AND ENVIRONS MÉTIS COMMUNITY
SUDBURY NORTH BAY MATTAWA

In 1993, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) was established through the will of Métis people and Métis communities coming together throughout Ontario to create a Métis-specific governance structure and vision, encapsulated in the Statement of Prime Purpose.

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Launch in Fall 2024.

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If you need help, contact us Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST, excluding government and statutory holidays. Call toll-free at 1-888-975-5502 or email raise@ontario.ca. Video Relay Service (VRS) for Deaf and hard of hearing persons is available at 437-538-4850.

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Help Shape the Future of Métis Children's Health.






Are you a Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizen who is a caregiver of children aged 5-15, or a young Métis citizen aged 10-15? If so, this is your chance to help shape Métis children's programs by joining MNO sharing circles. Your input will help uplift Métis children's voices and guide how we support them. Why Métis Children's Health Matters

Get Involved: For more information, please contact the MNO research team at research@metisnation.org.
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Who We Are As A People

We, the Métis are a people of the lands, which gave rise to our history and tradition and culture. These are our lands. They are Métis lands.They are the lands of our past which nurture us today and which we value as the precious foundation of our future.

Let’s look at Métis facts!
Métis history is rich with pivotal moments where Métis fought to defend our inherent rights, including self-government. From creating distinct Métis communities along the lakes and rivers of fur trade routes of Ontario-westward, to modern day advocacy, our heritage is alive with stories of strength and resilience. Let’s honour our shared journey together!

Let’s look at Métis facts! Visit - https://www.ontariometisfacts.com/

Which Métis stories move you? [Link 1] or [Link 2]

Any questions, concerns, or issues can be directed to: Self.Government@metisnation.org
Now Therefore We Declare As Follows

We, the Métis Nation, are a distinct Nation among the Aboriginal peoples in Canada and as such our Aboriginal and treaty rights are recognized and affirmed under Section 35 of the Constitution Act, 1982.
To research, publish and promote the genealogical documentation of the Métis, and to establish and maintain a registry of the Métis Citizens of Ontario;
To establish democratic institutions based on our inherent right of self-government;
To encourage the full participation of all Métis in the Métis Nation;
Métis Self-Government

On June 27, 2019, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) and the Government of Canada (Canada) signed the MNO-Canada Métis Government Recognition and Self-Government Agreement (the “Self-Government Agreement”).

Our history is full of pivotal moments shaping self-government. From creating distinct communities along fur trade routes to modern advocacy, let's honor our shared journey!

Today we give a big shout-out to the incredible individuals whose dedication and hard work have paved the way for our journey toward realizing modern Métis self-government. Since 1993, the MNO has achieved incredible milestones, and it's all thanks to so many of these dedicated souls.

Tag someone who's helped shaped the MNO’s journey toward Métis self-government!

Let’s look at MNO facts! Visit - https://www.ontariometisfacts.com/

Which Métis stories move you? #MNOStories #MNOSelfGov