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Childhood Trauma: Conversations
Nov. 19, 2025 | 7–8:30p.m. EST


Join the Métis Healthy Babies Healthy Children team on Nov. 19, 7–8:30p.m. EST for Childhood Trauma: Conversations That Matter, a virtual presentation led by MNO Victim Services Program Coordinator, Carolyn Luscombe. This session will help individuals and families understand childhood trauma and guide healing for yourself and others.

Register by Nov. 17: Click here to register:


Youth Wellness Connection: Friendships 101
Thursday, November 20, 2025
6:30 PM (ET) via Zoom


Join us for the Youth Wellness Connection: Friendships 101 session!

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is proud to welcome Liv Miller, MNO’s new Health Promotion Specialist, as our featured speaker for this special online event.

Liv will talk participants through skills that support positive and respectful communication, and guidance on how to move towards resolutions so you can feel positive about navigating the sticky moments of friendships.

Click here to register


Licensed Home Child Care Information Session
November 26
12:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.


Join us on November 26 at 12:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. for an information session on the MNO Home Child Care Program and how to become a licensed home child care provider. Attend the session that best fits your schedule.

Click here to register


National Day of Remembrance & Action on Violence Against Women
December 8, 2025 | 6:30–8p.m. EST


On December 8, 2025, the MNO is hosting an empowering and educational session to honour the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.

This session will reflect on the brief history of White Ribbon Day (Jour du Ruban Blanc) and the 1989 École Polytechnique tragedy, explore how misogyny and gender norms contribute to gender-based violence, and share strategies to help protect and empower yourself.

Questions? Contact Carolyn Luscombe RSSW, Victims Services Coordinator at CarolynL@MetisNation.org

Click here to register


In-Person Family Camp 2026
January 29–February 1, 2026


The Métis Nation of Ontario invites Métis families to our Métis Early Learning Winter In-Person Family Camp from January 29–February 1, 2026 at the Canadian Ecology Centre!

Families with early learners (ages 3-12) will celebrate Métis culture through outdoor adventures, workshops, and fun activities. Accommodations, meals, and travel are covered for selected families!

Registration closes October 24, 2025. Click here for more info and to apply:


Urban Portage Challenge
September 1 to November 21, 2025


The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is excited to announce the return of the Urban Portage Challenge (UPC)—and this year, we’re all about dogging your steps—literally! Citizens are encouraged to invite their furry or four-legged companions to join in this three-month walking competition as we track which community can rack up the most steps.

Registration Opens: August 1, 2025
Special Feature: Paw Voyage

To register, reach out to your local Community Champion at your nearest MNO office
or call OneMNO at 1-800-263-4889 Ext. 7.

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Virtual Workshop Series
November 5, 12, 19, & 26 from 6–8p.m. EST.


Join the MNO Early Learning team for Baking with Heart: A Family Breadmaking Series in November. This new series invites Métis families with early learners aged 3 to 12 to deepen their bread-making skills and explore creative baking together using a bread machine.

Session dates:
November 5, 12, 19, & 26 from 6–8p.m. EST.
Register by Oct. 10

Register here


Domestic Violence Education Series
Free Zoom Workshops Every Monday 6:30PM to 8:00 PM in November


This series of four workshops will discuss several aspects of domestic violence including but not limited to healthy relationships, red flags, abusive behaviours and tactics, the cycle of abuse, narcissistic abuse, boundaries, consent, deciding whether to flee, safe fleeing, safety planning and much more.

While free to attend, registration is required.

One lucky attendee will have a chance to win our draw prize at the end of the series so make sure you attend all four for your chance!

Please contact Carolyn Luscombe, RSSW, Victim Services Coordinator with any questions or for further information at
CarolynL@metisnation.org

Register here

Métis Artisans: Apply Now to Be a Vendor at the 2026 ELCC Conference!
March 6–8, 2026


Calling all Métis artisans and makers! Applications are now open to be a vendor at the 2026 MNO ELCC Conference happening March 6–8 at White Oaks Resort and Spa in Niagara-on-the-Lake!
This year’s conference theme, “A Voyage Through the Land and Water Systems: Nature-Based Early Learning,” invites participants to celebrate the connection between Métis culture, land, and learning
Travel, meals, and accommodations will be covered for eligible Métis citizen vendors!

Special Feature: Paw Voyage

Apply Today
Applications will be accepted from August 4 to September 1, 2025.
Due to limited space, only selected applicants will receive a confirmation email.

Apply now at: Apply here