Mattawa Metis Council

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Career Opportunity

Regional Administrator

Req #377 • North Bay | Mattawa | Sudbury

Role Overview

Join a culture of action and responsibility. You will support Region 5 Community Councils and the Self-Governance Branch through administrative coordination, financial tracking, and community engagement.

Term

Contract until Oct 11, 2027

Compensation

$55,960 CAD + Benefits

Education & Exp

University Degree + 3-5 years exp.

Key Skills

Financial Acumen, Excel, & SharePoint

Regional Travel Required Flexible Hours Pension Plan

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Applications expire:
May 12, 2026 at 11:59 PM

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Note: Preference may be given to qualified MNO Citizens as per MNO Bylaws.

Accommodation available upon request for the recruitment process.

Paddle Program
REGISTRATION

The Paddle Program is offered as a component to the Métis Family Wellbeing Program and is intended to support youth aged 12-18 with improved decision making and self-improvement skills.

Paddle Youth Registration Form

Socials-Free Spring
April 23 at 6:30 p.m. EST
Spring is a time to reset. Join the MNO’s Adult Mental Wellness Connection session: Socials-Free Spring on April 23 at 6:30 PM (EST) to explore ways to unplug and reduce screen time

Register

May 1 to 4, 2026
Calling all Métis youth in grade 10 to 12!

Experience Printen—a Métis cultural camp This spring camp will feature workshops on land-based knowledge, storytelling, cultural arts, and community building. Travel and accommodations are covered. Come be part of this unforgettable cultural camp!

Registration Closed

May 3 2026
The Barrie-South Simcoe Métis Council invites community members to the 2nd Annual Honouring Our Grandmothers Métis Cultural Festival on May 3, at 190 Bayview Drive, Barrie.

Doors open at 11 a.m.
Join in celebrating Métis culture, community, and tradition.

Enjoy Your Baby Training
May 7, 14, 21, May 28, & June 4
Time: 10a.m. to 12p.m. EDT via Zoom

Join us for a 5-week group-based mental health promotion course beginning in May that provides support and training to maintain wellness and cope with low mood, stress, and anxiety during the postpartum period.

For any questions, please contact Sydney at sydneyha@metisnation.org
Learn more and register here

ELCC Family Workshop Play 101
May 12, 2026 from 7–8p.m. EDT
Join the MNO Early Learning team for their Play 101 virtual workshop on May 12, 2026 from 7–8p.m. EDT.

This session will help families understand the types of play, the importance of play, and how play impacts the child's way of learning.

Meet the Healthy Children and Families Team
May 14 - 7PM EDT
Join the MNO Healthy Children and Families Team to learn more about the supports available for families during pregnancy and the early years of a child’s life!

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Integrating Métis Connections Into Early Learning
June 10 9:30 – 11:30 AM
Deepen your understanding of Ontario Métis history, values, and traditions through this virtual session exploring meaningful and respectful ways to include Métis perspectives in early learning environments.

Apply here

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Spotlights
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The MNO Education Hub app features “Spotlights”—Q&A profiles on Métis role models and success stories. Download the app with the link below to learn about Kelsey Piché, a new Education and Partnership Advisor at the MNO and a former Infinite Reach Facilitator! Kelsey builds and maintains relationships between the MNO and schools across Ontario, ensuring that Métis needs are being met on campuses.

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