Oshawa and Durham Region Métis Council

Oshawa and Durham Region Métis Council We are a Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Charter Community Council dedicated to building community relations and cultural links. to hear a guest speaker.

We are a Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Charter Community Council. We invite the Oshawa and Durham Region Community, Métis, Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal People of all ages to participate with us in the celebration of our Métis history, values, culture, and languages which form our proud heritage. Our council stands committed to enhancing community development, the academic success of our youth, th

e promotion artistic and cultural achievements along with exercising our treaty rights under the constitution. Together with our community partners, friends, the support of MNO and co-council we strive to provide community programs, outreach and cultural development. We're always looking for interested Citizens to participate as a representative in the vacant roles on Council or in any volunteer capacity. Please contact us for more information. Current MNO Oshawa Durham Region Metis Council Representatives:

President - Helen Giacchetta
Chair – Mac Moreau
Treasurer - Vacant / Helen will maintain until we get one
Secretary - Vacant
Senator - Cecile Wagar
Women's Representative - Claire Kerns
Youth Representative – Vacant
Councilor - Peter Gregoire
Councilor - Pearl Gabona
Councilor - Wilmont Horner
Councilor - Matthew Jones
Councilor - Riscylla Shaw

PLEASE NOTE:
A Councilor may move a motion to suspend the regular Order of Business for any acceptable reason e.g. The MNO Oshawa and Durham Region Métis Council invites input from Citizens and Councilors in preparing our meeting agenda. Send any matter you wish discussed at our next regularly scheduled meeting to [email protected]

06/14/2026
You won't want to miss this at our Metis Heritage Celebration June 20th, Ajax Community Centre HMS Room.
06/14/2026

You won't want to miss this at our Metis Heritage Celebration June 20th, Ajax Community Centre HMS Room.

Drop by the register desk at our Metis Heritage Celebration
06/14/2026

Drop by the register desk at our Metis Heritage Celebration

06/14/2026
06/14/2026

Alo MNO Citizens! We invite you to join us for a virtual What We Heard So Far session.

Catch up on our Self-Government journey and hear what citizens across the province shared along the way.

Hear the Voices. Ask Questions. Understand the Journey. Prepare for What’s Next – our draft Constitution!

Register here: https://ow.ly/X1PP50ZatMx

06/14/2026

Learn about our relationship-building efforts with schools to increase Métis presence in education! Join the Indigenous Education Council (IEC) Specialists and Education & Partnership Advisors for IEC Chats: Supporting Métis Students in Ontario! on June 25, 2026 at 5:30p.m. EST.

This is an informative session about Indigenous education intended for current IEC Representatives and anyone interested in learning more about the topic.

Register here: https://ow.ly/fJoE50ZatBf

06/14/2026

This summer, connect with Métis culture in your community!

The Métis Nation of Ontario's Summer Youth Program is offering free, community-based workshops from now until August 17, 2026. Explore Métis stories and traditions through beading, music & dance, embroidery, finger weaving, and more.

Workshops are available for organizations, programs, and community events, with engaging programming tailored for participants of all ages.

Request a session here: https://ow.ly/uhA150Zas8L

We will have the Language dept at our Metis Heritage Celebration with resources also
06/14/2026

We will have the Language dept at our Metis Heritage Celebration with resources also

Join Dr. Raymond Therrien for an MNO Scholar Talks presentation on June 23, 2026, at 6 p.m. EDT.
The session will explore the diversity of Michif languages, how they are connected to Métis identity and what their recognition could mean for Métis-led language revitalization efforts.

Participants will also learn why different languages may require unique resources, programming, and supports.

Register here: https://ow.ly/HpM050Zb3VY

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