Thames Bluewater Métis Council

04/06/2026

Cars & Coffee with the Thames Bluewater Métis Council and public! Sat. May 30 10am - 2pm -

Expect an eclectic mix of classics, cruisers, daily drivers, and the occasional “wow, didn’t expect to see THAT today.” Bring your friends, your family, or just your curiosity — it’s all welcome.

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from the MNO! Today we celebrate love in all its forms, from family and community, to the land and each other.

01/30/2026

Are you a Métis citizen interested in becoming a licensed home childcare provider — or already operating one?

The MNO Home Child Care (HCC) Program supports Métis citizens in starting, strengthening, and sustaining licensed home childcare programs that serve Métis families and communities.

What the HCC Program Offers
✔ Cultural resources to support Métis-specific learning
✔ Coverage of required certifications
✔ Health and Safety Grants to support safe home environments
✔ Health benefits reimbursement
✔ Insurance reimbursement
✔ Professional development reimbursement

This program provides real, ongoing support — not just to get licensed, but to help providers stay open, supported, and successful.

Who Can Apply?
• Métis citizens interested in becoming licensed home childcare providers
• Existing licensed home childcare providers looking for additional supports

Learn More or Get Started
🌐 Program webpage:
https://www.metisnation.org/programs-and-services/education-training/early-learning-and-child-care/home-child-care-program/
📧 Email: [email protected]

01/28/2026

Join MNO's Healing & Wellness branch for a Community Health Fair at the Four Points Sheraton in London! Taking place March 16 from 9:30am to 3pm.

01/28/2026

Join us on February 7 as we learn to bake some sweet treats that you can take home to share with your family!

This event is supported by the Early Learning & Child Care program and is intended for Métis families with children ages 7 to 12 years old. Youth ages 13 to 17 are welcome to participate as volunteers.

Date: February 7 @ 10am
Location: The Grove, 700 King St, London
Cost: $5/child

Register below:

https://us2.list-manage.com/survey?u=95e5709975a054acf4e6ee563&id=bef9f04d47&attribution=false

01/27/2026

Last weekend, our Métis youth came together for archery lessons. We were happy to host an event in the Sarnia area, and hope we will see you again soon! Special thanks to the School of Archery for hosting us.

We are excited to have a great line up of youth events in 2026, so be sure to watch your emails so you don't miss out!

01/26/2026

01/25/2026

Join us for family snowshoeing and a pizza dinner at Circle R Ranch! This event is supported by the Early Learning & Child Care program, and is intended for Métis families with children ages 5 to 12 years old. Youth ages 13 to 17 are welcome to participate as volunteers.

Date: Saturday February 21st, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Circle R Ranch, 3017 Carriage Rd, Delaware
Food Provided: Pizza, salad, snacks and drinks
Cost: $5/person

Register here: https://us2.list-manage.com/survey?u=95e5709975a054acf4e6ee563&id=f2e17bcf0c&attribution=false

01/20/2026

LAST CALL! Thames Bluewater Métis citizens and their families are invited to join us for our Winter Feast & Community meeting on January 31. Get your tickets by end of day on January 21!

Fill out this survey to register: https://us2.list-manage.com/survey?u=95e5709975a054acf4e6ee563&id=3ff6191987&attribution=false

05/22/2025

Event Cancellation Notice:

Due to unexpected circumstances, the Dot Art event scheduled for tonight has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Stay safe and warm,
Thames Bluewater Metis Council