Historic Sault Ste Marie Metis Council

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The collective, elected voice of the Métis community in Sault Ste Marie and surrounding areas. Operators of the of the Sault Métis Centre.

In the tradition of the "Half-Breeds" who first met "in their Council" two centuries ago, the Historic Sault Ste Marie Métis Council is the representative voice of the rights-bearing Métis Community in Sault Ste Marie. Working as a collective to support the cultural, social, political and economic needs of our citizens. A chartered Community Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario.

10/28/2026

🕯️ All Souls Day with the Historic Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council 🕯️

Join the Historic Sault Ste. Marie Métis Council as we come together to honour and remember the loved ones and ancestors who have passed before us. We will gather at the Métis Heritage Centre before travelling together to local grave sites to pay our respects and share in remembrance.

🚗 Please note: Access to a vehicle is required to participate, as this event will involve travel from the Heritage Centre to the grave sites.

We look forward to coming together as a community to honour those who came before us.

10/24/2026

🚜 TRAIN FOR NEW OPPORTUNITIES! 🚛

Ready to take the next step toward a new career? The Pathways Forward Initiative, in partnership with NATT, is offering a Heavy Equipment & ARZ Training Cohort right here in Sault Ste. Marie!

This is an opportunity to gain valuable skills and training to help you move toward new employment opportunities in the heavy equipment and mining industries.

📅 Application Deadline: Sunday, November 1, 2026
📍 Training Location: Sault Ste. Marie
🎓 Training Starts: November 16, 2026

Training includes:
✅ ARZ Training
✅ Excavator, Backhoe & Bulldozer Training
✅ Common Core Surface Miner Training

Who can apply?
✔️ First Nations, Métis, or Inuit
✔️ Residents of the Algoma Region
✔️ Individuals who have been laid off
✔️ Applicants must meet the training admission requirements outlined on the poster.

📝 INTERESTED? COMPLETE OUR ONLINE INTEREST FORM HERE:
🔗 https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/4cp8wQsDjJ?origin=lprLink

📣 Have questions about eligibility or the application process? Contact Katelynn Lewis with the Pathways Forward Initiative!
📧 [email protected]

⚠️ Limited spots available! Meeting the eligibility criteria and
submitting an application does not guarantee a spot. Selection is based on funding availability, eligibility, and suitability.

Your next opportunity could start here! Share this post with someone who may be interested. 💜

10/20/2026

UPDATE - *Registration for this event is now closed*

🔔 Last call for Trunk-or-Treat registration!
If you have been meaning to register to attend our first ever Trunk-or-Treat event, now is the time!
Registration will close on Friday October 23rd at 4:30pm to ensure we give our trunks enough notice to purchase their treats.

Register by using the Regional Events Calendar www.huronsuperiormetis.ca/community-calendar or by contacting Cultural Events Coordinator Shelby via email at [email protected] or by phone at (249) 525-6500

10/15/2026

On behalf of the Métis Nation of Ontario Women's Council:

We heard you!

Maarsii for answering our survey!

Please review the results on our webpage https://mnowc3.wixsite.com/mnowc, if you would like a copy emailed to you, please send us an email at [email protected]

We will be hosting a MNOWC Townhall soon to discuss the findings and next steps. Stay tuned.

10/15/2026

The MNO and Lands, Resources and Consultations’ (LRC) Environment and Climate Change team is pleased to invite MNO citizens to attend a Virtual Climate Change Forum held on November 7th, 2026 from 1:00PM to 4:00PM (EST).

The theme of the forum is "Natural Climate Solutions (NCS)" where citizens will learn how nature supports climate mitigation, and how you can work with nature to help reduce and adapt to the effects of climate change…all while supporting biodiversity! The forum will be informative and interactive, featuring presentations and guest speakers addressing natural climate solutions, and practical ways to respond to the impacts of climate change. The event will include an activity with amazing prizes!

Register: https://tinyurl.com/3ywm8z5b

For more information, contact Emily Lawley at [email protected].

10/13/2026

📅 Looking for upcoming Métis community events? We’ve got you covered! 📅

The Huron-Superior Regional Métis Community Events Calendar is your one-stop shop for discovering upcoming events, workshops, cultural activities, and gatherings happening throughout the Huron-Superior Regional Métis Community!

Whether you’re looking to connect with fellow citizens, learn something new, or get involved in your community, check out the calendar to see what’s coming up!

👉 Explore the calendar here: https://www.huronsuperiormetis.ca/community-calendar

Have an event you’d like to share? Anyone can submit their events for review and approval to help keep everyone connected and informed!”

10/08/2026

Families are invited to the SSM Métis Heritage Centre parking lot for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat event! Children will have the opportunity to visit decorated vehicle trunks and collect Halloween treats.

Prizes will be awarded for:
1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Costumes
Best Decorated Trunk

Want to Volunteer a Trunk?
Volunteer Registration: https://forms.gle/bHySK7wGhiHygh5m7
We are looking for volunteers to decorate their vehicles and hand out treats! If you would like to participate with a trunk, please register using the Google Form or contact Cultural Events Coordinator Shelby.

Want to Attend?
If you would like to attend the Trunk or Treat, please register using this link https://www.huronsuperiormetis.ca/community-calendar or contact Cultural Events Coordinator Shelby.

📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: 249-525-6500

We can't wait to see all of the spooky costumes and creative trunks!

10/05/2026

💃🕺 Métis Dance Club is back next Thursday! 💃🕺

Join us for our next practice on Thursday, October 15th!

Missed the first practice? No worries! Come on out and join the club! Everyone is welcome, whether you’re a seasoned dancer or completely new to Métis dancing. We’d love to have you there!

💧 Reminder: Please bring your own reusable water bottle to practice!

Come learn, dance, and have some fun with us!

09/29/2026

Get creative this fall with a virtual Pumpkin Dot Art Workshop on October 30 at 2:00 p.m. EST. Participants will learn about contemporary dot art and create their own seasonal pumpkin design during this hands-on session.

This workshop is offered by the MNO Post-Secondary Education team. Note: Supplies (pumpkin & paint/markers) not provided.

Register here: bit.ly/3VYdVMz

09/26/2026

If you have seen Allen, please contact the OPP.

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Sault Sainte Marie, ON

Website

http://metisnation.org/community-councils/council-contacts, https://ssmmetisheritage.ca/

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