Niagara Region Metis Council

08/26/2026

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
Community Gathering
Wednesday September 30th 4-8pm
Free orange shirt white quantities last.
This event is to honour the residential school survivors and remember the children who never came home.

Please register:
https://forms.gle/hKCnZuZ7QpByWH517

08/25/2026

MNO Mobile Registry coming to our MNO Thorold office September 15th, 2026.

08/24/2026

The Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Urban Portage Challenge is back, and with exciting news!

Métis Family Wellbeing Coordinators are organizing a 2-month walking competition to see which community can collectively walk the most steps. We are inviting you to join us and bring your 4-legged friends along for the challenge!

Each community will be guided by a Métis Family Wellbeing Coordinator Champion who will help organize and motivate participants. The top three communities with the highest step counts will receive funds to host a celebration. Each participant will also have opportunities within their community to win individual prizes.

Mobility looks different for everyone, so please participate in the way that feels right for you. Steps can be tracked using a Fitbit, pedometer, smartphone app, or the health section on your phone.

Walk with us toward healthier, more connected Métis communities.

To register or for more information, please contact Lauren Curtas at (905) 714-2149 or [email protected].

08/23/2026

As late August arrives, the long days of summer grow shorter, the morning air turns crisp, and the vibrant energy of the season begins to fade into the approaching cool of autumn. Please join us for our Annual Harvest Dinner Sunday October 4th, 2026.

Register here:
https://forms.gle/W7VcB486ikJY46qMA

08/23/2026

The Métis Nation of Ontario's Early Learning and Child Care team invites educators to join an upcoming professional development workshop on Oct. 28, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. EST exploring the benefits of woodworking in early learning environments.

Discover how woodworking can help young children build creativity, problem-solving skills, fine motor development, confidence, and independence through hands-on learning. Participants will learn how children can safely use real tools in supportive environments while exploring practical tips on safety, materials, and outdoor woodworking experiences.

Register today: https://ow.ly/TRiC50ZBvu0

08/19/2026

You are cordially invited to attend this event to honour the residential school survivors and remember the children who never came home.

If anyone has a personal story to share, we would love for you to speak at this event. If so, please reach out to: [email protected]

We encourage citizens to wear their orange shirts in support of the annual movement inspired by Phyllis Webstad, whose new orange shirt was taken away on her first day at an Indian residential school. There will be a number of orange shirts given to those who attend this event.

We look forward to gathering with you.

Link to register:
https://forms.gle/hKCnZuZ7QpByWH517

08/17/2026

08/17/2026

A reminder to register for our South-West Regional Rendezvous, September 19th 2026.

Registration is open for the 2026 South West Region Powley Day Rendezvous!

Join the South West Region on September 19 from 10a.m. to 4p.m. at the Guelph Lake Conservation Area for a day of celebration and camaraderie.

Lunch will be provided and guests will enjoy a day full of music, activities, and cultural sharing.

Save-the-date and register today: https://metisnation.swoogo.com/Region9RV2026

Vendor registration is open and spots are almost filled. Volunteer positions are available and high school students are welcome! Visit our event page for more information: https://southwestregion.metisnation.org/event/south-west-region-rendezvous-powley-day/

08/17/2026

A couple highlights to share from the Métis Nation of Ontario 2026 Annual General Assembly in Toronto. Congratulations to President Derrick Pont for being the recipient of the Volunteer of the Year Award. 👏🏻🏆