North Bay Metis Council
156 McIntyre Street West P1B2Y6 North Bay, ON, Canada

Learn about plants and their medicines through how to paint Métis floral style painting session with Métis artist Jaime Morse - Registration by clicking the link!

#loveislove Today, on International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia, we stand together for equality & inclusion. We all have the right to feel safe & to live without fear of discrimination, no matter who we love, or our gender expression.

Next month is #IndigenousReads! Starting next Wednesday, we’ll be releasing our booklist of Indigenous authors for your next read or virtual book club pick. Ke...ep an eye out on our @GCIndigenous social channels for this summer’s list. Until then, check out our current list of books: https://www.rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca//14962558945/1557840487211 See more

Attention Metis Youth

The MNO Early Learning and Child Care team is happy announce the upcoming online Métis Early Learning Family Socials for Métis early learners between the ages o...f three and twelve years and their families. The first Métis Early Learning Family Social event will be held online on Family Day, February 6, 2021. Families will be learn about Métis culture, history and way-of-life from an early learning perspective. Children will participate in hands-on play-based cultural activities in a safe and engaging setting. Parents can also learn more about the MNO’s programs and services. More details and the application link here: https://www.metisnation.org//online-metis-early-learning-/

Our Mother the Earth is one of my newest pieces . I love painting her she is so elegant. Opening bid 40.00 buyer pays shipping bids in 5.00 increments

On September 4th, 2020, Basil Lafreniere did a video interview on Metis music for TFO, the French arm of TVO.

The nation-wide COVID-19 vaccine roll-out has begun! Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Citizens will be part of the first phase rollout of vaccines. Canada has secu...red over 40 million vaccine doses from Pfizer and Moderna; however there have been some delays in Canada receiving those vaccines from suppliers. In the meantime, provincial health care institutions are ramping up the process of administering the vaccine they have to health care workers, essential care givers and residents of long term care homes who were identified as a priority group as part of the first phase vaccine rollout. In Ontario, Métis, Inuit and First Nations are part of the first phase rollout of vaccines in the province. The MNO is working closely with Ontario on the details of the vaccine rollout to MNO citizens. As information about the vaccine rollout becomes available, the MNO will provide updates to our Citizens. Please note: If you or a member of your council has been approached by a public health unit or other agency offering to administer the vaccine for MNO citizens, please contact Shelley Gonneville ([email protected]). As you can appreciate, the status of COVID-19 vaccine availability has been fluctuating from day to day. We will inform MNO citizens where and when they can get vaccinated as soon as those details become available. If you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, or its rollout to Métis citizens, please submit them to [email protected] and we will provide answers to your questions. Watch for further information updates on MNO’s Facebook, in website posts and through Zoom town halls!

Hi I'm Dave Farnham a carver from Six Nations Reserve. I usually work in stone or bone, but I hv bn known to work in leather. This leather sculpture I call "Th...e wind warrior". It is formed by hand n hand painted. The feathers are goose. I also make a female verison of this. Bidding starts at 100$ plus 10$ towards shipping..thanks for looking See more

Attention anglers! Be advised that Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry is conducting a study of Lake Whitefish in the Huron Lake and Georgian Bay... area. The study uses acoustic telemetry to track the movement of Lake Whitefish, which can be identified by 1) a five-digit external fluorescent green tag and 2) an implanted acoustic transmitter. Instructions on what to do should you encounter a tagged fish are available at bit.ly/2VUQj9l See more

Until further notice, you will not need to renew these products, even if they have expired: health cards driver’s licences licence plate stickers... accessible parking permits Ontario Photo Cards Commercial Vehicle Operator Registration certificates and more More info: ServiceOntario.ca/Services

The MNO is looking to develop a Code of Conduct that will help to guide the behaviour of all MNO citizens, including MNO elected leadership, in their interactio...ns with each other in all community and public spaces when participating in the collective work of the MNO. This Code will reflect our values and foster constructive, civil and productive interactions. It will also provide a strong foundation for discussion, innovation, and community development necessary for MNO’s self-government efforts. To learn more on the MNO Code of Conduct and to contribute to its development visit: https://bit.ly/352NEPa

For Homeowners!

The call for a pardon for Métis leader, Louis Riel, has once again surfaced in Canada. But who would benefit from a pardon for Riel? Join Métis Nation of Ontar...io President, Margaret Froh in conversation with Métis lawyers Jean Teillet and Kyla Lee this December 11 for a discussion about pardons, and how they can be used to affect positive change in Canada. bit.ly/3gsGdG9 See more

Naloxone Kit and Opioid Information Session Monday November 30, 2020 at 10:30am ... We have seen a rapid and ongoing increase in tragedies due to accidental overdoses in our communities. What can we do and how can we be prepared? Please join us on ZOOM for this 40 minute education session including an opportunity for questions & answers. Doug Ironside, a Public Health Nurse from the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit will present. Doug is the co-lead of the Health Unit’s Harm Reduction program, coordinating their Needle Exchange and Naloxone Distributions initiatives. He has spoken to diverse audiences on the topics of Opioid Overdose, and comprehensive strategies to address drug use. To register and receive the ZOOM link for this event please contact: Jackie Vandenberg, Community Wellness Worker Metis Nation of Ontario, Midland [email protected] Jackie Vandenberg Community Wellness Program Worker Metis Nation of Ontario 355 Cranston Crescent Midland, ON L4R 4K8 Cell: 705 529 5009

Join the MNO December 7 for a special webinar addressing cyber threats and strategies to best protect yourself and your online identity. Toronto Police Detectiv...e Sergeant John Menard will demonstrate how you can harden your computer, mobile device and other devices against potential exploitation from hackers and online fraudsters. Register online at bit.ly/3m6HSU4 See more

https://www.cbc.ca//online-beading-circle-community-1.5810

Tomorrow, November 25, is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the day is a time to show solidarity by challenging gender-based ...violence, and reflecting on progress made to advance the rights of rights of women and girls, as well as Two-Spirited LGTBQ and non-binary people Tomorrow, we encourage everyone to wear purple in honour of survivors and those impacted by gender-based violence. Tag us on social media and with #WearPurpleDay and #MNOWC! November 25 also kicks off the Sixteen Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign (November 25-December 10). All of us have a role to play in preventing and addressing gender-based violence. Keep an eye on MNO's social media for more initiatives and join the conversation in support of our women and girls, as well as Two-Spirited LGTBQ and non-binary people. #MNOWC #16Days #GBV #InternationalDayfortheEliminationofViolenceAgainstWomen *NOTE* Supports are available to anyone in crisis or struggling. The MNO offers 24-HR Mental Health and Addictions Crisis Line (1-877-767-7572). Support is also available though the Talk4Healing helpline (1-855-554-HEAL).

Congratulations goes out to Greg Garratt!

Join me with this is a great opportunity to hear the music we love, and know the stories that brought music to us.

This is a reminder that the MNO will be hosting a special webinar this evening (Dec. 7) addressing cyber threats and strategies to best protect yourself and you...r online identity. Toronto Police Detective Sergeant John Menard will demonstrate how you can harden your computer, mobile device and other devices against potential exploitation from hackers and online fraudsters. Register online at bit.ly/3m6HSU4 See more

A must watch for all the kiddies, you just might recognize one of the floats. LOL

I met with North Bay Mayor Al Mcdonald after the Metis Nation Flag was raised. The City was not allowing a gathering for Louis Riel Day as is done each year. Thank you Al and City Hall for recognizing this auspicious day!!

Proclamation from city of North Bay for Louis Riel Day! Thank you mayor mcdonald