Lorette Metis Local

10/13/2026

Participate in a project for La Plas Taanshi kaa-ishipamachihoyaahk: the Red River Métis National Heritage Centre!

Red River Métis Citizens of all ages and abilities are invited to participate in this project. Celebrate your stories, ancestors and community through art and help bring cultural pride to the Red River Métis National Heritage Centre.

No experience sewing, beading or art-making necessary! All materials and teachings provided.

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Workshop 1-3pm, Sunday October 25
Taking place at 1254 dawson road
Door Prize
Refreshments Served
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About the Artist

Tracy Charette Fehr is an interdisciplinary Red River Métis artist with a passion for story, family and history. She completed both her BFA and MFA at the University of Manitoba and has exhibited at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, Mann Art Gallery, Mennonite Heritage Gallery and the Musée du Saint-Boniface Museum.

10/09/2026

This project’s workshop will be coming to Lorette October 25. Further details to be released as confirmed!

10/09/2026

🚗 🪪 Ready to get your Class 5 Driver’s Licence?

Métis Employment & Training (MET), in partnership with Solstice Driving Academy, is offering free Class 5 driver’s training and support for eligible Citizens in Winnipeg!

Whether you’re just getting started or already partway through the licensing process, MET will work with you to create a tailored plan and support you every step of the way.

📅 Next Cohort: November 2–6, 2026
⏰ Application Deadline: October 26, 2026

Learn more about the program and apply today:
🔗 mmfemployment.ca/class5

10/09/2026

✨ Registration is now open! ✨

We are inviting children aged 0–12, to a fun and engaging Mini National Assembly experience filled with hands-on activities inspired by light, illumination and culture. Participants will explore, create and connect through age-appropriate activities, cultural teachings, music, jigging, storytelling and more!

*Please note that food will be served onsite, and we ask that any allergies or dietary restrictions be noted in the Medical Release section.

Visit https://www.jotform.com/form/261325745419258 to register.

10/08/2026

Calling all Citizens - registration is open for the 2026 National Assembly!

Join us at the Assiniboia Downs from October 16-18 as Red River Métis Citizens from across the Homeland come together for our biggest gathering of the year.

Don't wait - register now at https://mmfna.ca/, and stay tuned to our social media channels and website for more National Assembly updates to come!

10/05/2026

reminder: citizen meeting this evening!
meal served @ 6pm; agenda starts @ 7pm

Local Members Meeting - October 5
*1800 - meal served*
1900 - agenda starts

1254 Dawson Road

questions & agenda additions to [email protected]

10/02/2026

Please note our new start time of 7:30pm!! (start time was originally set for 6pm)

Register for our workshop on the National Assembly here: https://forms.gle/EHpBYi59LMDKe5xo7

We are excited to be hosting another workshop with the MMF Bison Local !!!

Our special guest and expert speaker is our National Assembly's Chairperson of the past many years, Will Goodon (who may be announced as our Chairperson this year too!!)

October 8 at 7:30pm, hosted by Bison Local member Ben Linnick !!!

OPEN TO ALL MMF CITIZENS

09/29/2026

09/25/2026

Did you know the Red River Métis Business Directory was recently officially recognized by the Government of Canada as a source of verified Indigenous businesses?

Check out the Red River Métis Business Directory: https://metisdirectory.lrcc.mb.ca/

Read the full news release: https://www.mmf.mb.ca/news/red-river-metis-business-directory-now-recognized-by-the-government-of-canada-as-a-source-of-verified-indigenous-businesses