June 6th marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day, and the MNO Veterans Council President Brian Prairie will be attending ceremonies in France to honour and remember our Métis veterans who participated in D-Day and the Battle of Normandy. Details at: bit.ly/4dFgGqG

Today, May 9, marks the anniversary of the Battle of Batoche (May 9-12, 1885). The Battle of Batoche was a pivotal moment in Métis history, as it marked the last last major action of the North-West Resistance.

#BattleofBatoche1885 #Batoche #MétisNation

This week is Emergency Preparedness Week in Canada (May 5-11). MNC continues to work diligently with Governing Members to develop stronger emergency management resiliency for Métis Citizens.
#EmergencyPreparednessWeek #MétisNation #MétisEmergencyManagement

This week, the Métis National Council and its Governing Members are meeting to discuss shared priorities to advance the needs of Métis citizens. The MNC will continue to support Métis Governments across the Homeland.

#Métis NationalCouncil #Métis #Métis Governments

Happening at 6:30, President Caron will be appearing at the Standing Senate Committee on Indigenous Peoples. You can view the appearance at: senparlvu.parl.gc.ca/XRender/en/Pow…

We had an excellent meeting with David Eby last Friday, joined by Métis National Council President, Cassidy Caron. Our discussion centred around children and families, legislative and policy engagement, and a regular meeting structure. - Colette Trudeau-Bailey, MNBC CEO.

Métis National Council Statement on Implementation of Métis Self-Government: shorturl.at/GN035

The MNC is pleased to see #Budget2024 include important investments in the Métis Nation. While investments in economic development begin to address the Métis Nation’s needs in this area, there remain gaps in key priority areas. To learn more, visit shorturl.at/xFT01

There are new employment opportunities at the Métis National Council.

-Director of Health
-Events Manager
-Métis Youth Cultural Coordinator
-Métis Youth Ambassador

Please visit our website for more information and how to apply.

April 7th was World Health Day. Swipe left to read more about some of the Métis Nation’s health gaps and current health priorities.
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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Métis National Council President Cassidy Caron deliver brief remarks ahead of their meeting in Ottawa yesterday.

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Yesterday, Métis National Council President, Cassidy Caron, met with The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada to engage in a nation-to-nation dialogue on Métis priorities prior to the release of Budget 2024.

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National Wildlife Week continues. The MNC and its Governing Members aim to safeguard the natural resources that sustain wildlife and Métis communities. Photos: Governing Members doing conservation work across the Métis Homeland
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The first ever Métis Nation Youth Summit on Climate Change united Métis youth from across the Homeland, highlighting the significance of their voices in climate action and leadership.
#MétisYouthSummit2024 #MétisNationalCouncil #MétisEnvironmentalStewardship

Canada must dedicate sustainable, long-term funding for the Métis Nation in Budget 2024. Through these investments, our shared priorities can be achieved and the needs of Métis governments, communities, and citizens can be met. Read our Budget submission rb.gy/q0gee0.

Today begins National Wildlife Week. To kick off this week, let’s pay homage to the bison, which played an important role in Métis daily life. From 1810-1870, the plains bison was a symbol of survival and prosperity.
#NationalWildLifeWeek #Bison #MétisHeritage #MétisCulture

A big congratulations to this year's Climate Action Art Contest Winners!
Teagan Neufeld (1st Place) & Kate Boyer (2nd Place). Both artists beautifully depicted their perspectives on addressing climate change using art.
#MétisNationalCouncil #ClimateActionArtContest

The Métis National Council is pleased to host the first ever Advancing Métis Climate Leadership: Métis Nation's Youth Summit on Climate Change! The Summit begins tomorrow at 9 am at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa.
#MétisNationalCouncil #MetisNationYouthSummitonClimateChange

#IndigenousGeographic documentary, 'Waiting for Justice,' was named Best Short Documentary at the Toronto Short Film Festival. 'Waiting for Justice' chronicles the harrowing experiences of the survivors of the Île-à-la-Crosse residential school in Saskatchewan. #WaitingForJustice

There are new employment opportunities at the Métis National Council. To learn more please visit our website, click contact us, employment opportunities to view current openings and how to apply!