The Mattawa and Ottawa Rivers

Two historic fur trade routes

Mattawa

Network of historic canoe and portage trails

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Region 5 News, Health & Support

Important Roundtable – The Future Métis Government!
So many conversations are leading us to this important topic – The Future Métis Government!
The big question: What should our future Métis government structure look like?

At these roundtables we’ll:

• Revisit comments already shared by Métis citizens.
• See where we agree.
• Add new ideas that will shape our government for generations to come.

Two upcoming Sessions:

Wed, Nov. 5 – 6:00 to 8:30pm 👉 Meeting Registration - Zoom
Sun, Nov. 9 – 1:30 to 4:00pm 👉 Meeting Registration - Zoom


Community Christmas Dinner
November 23 2025
Mattawa Legion BR. 254

Door open: 5:30pm
Supper: 6:30pm




To reserve seat(s) Please RSVP by November 7, 2025

to Tammy by email to: MMCSecTre@metisnation.org
Valid Citizenship card required. Children Welcome



Death Café
Wednesday, November 12th | 3:00pm–4:30PM
Join us for a thoughtful discussion about death and the many experiences and emotions that surround it. The session will be hosted by Amanda Cramp, MNO Aging at Home Coordinator. In partnership with the Home Hospice Association (HHA).

Register



YOUTH BINGO AND ONLINE SAFETY
Wednesday November 12, 2025| 4:00pm-5:00pm
Mike Rodden Arena - 450 Hurdman St, Mattawa ON

Join MFWB Mark Burns for an evening of bingo as we discuss Online safety risks while using digital devices for social media platforms, texting, and websites and how to identify these risks while still being able to enjoy your digital experience. This workshop is recommended for ages 13-18 years.

Contact Mark Burns at 705-849-3817 or by email markbu@metisnation.org


Urban Portage Challenge
September 1 to November 21, 2025

Registration Opens: August 1, 2025
Special Feature: Paw Voyage

Walk and Talk Friday November 7, 2025 6pm - 7pm
Contact Mark Burns at 705-849-3817 or by email markbu@metisnation.org


Our top three communities for the first two reporting periods (Sept 1st – 26th) are:

• Owen Sound: 3,888,943 steps
• North Bay: 3,740,668 steps
• Bancroft: 282,621 steps

Thank you to everyone who took part, shared their photos, and helped keep our furry friends active and healthy!


Louis Riel Day
November 14 at 12p.m.
Come celebrate Louis Riel Day with us! Join the PSE team on November 14 at 12p.m. for an informative and inspiring Lunch & Learn presentation on the importance of Louis Riel in Métis history

Register here




Childhood Trauma: Conversations
Nov. 19, 2025 | 7–8:30p.m. EST

Join the Métis Healthy Babies Healthy Children team on Nov. 19, 7–8:30p.m. EST for Childhood Trauma: Conversations That Matter, a virtual presentation led by MNO Victim Services Program Coordinator, Carolyn Luscombe. This session will help individuals and families understand childhood trauma and guide healing for yourself and others.

Register by Nov. 17: Register here




Virtual Workshop Series
November 5, 12, 19, & 26 from 6–8p.m. EST.

Join the MNO Early Learning team for Baking with Heart: A Family Breadmaking Series in November. This new series invites Métis families with early learners aged 3 to 12 to deepen their bread-making skills and explore creative baking together using a bread machine.
Register by Oct. 10
On Zoom Register


August 25 at 12:00 pm to December 8 at 12:00 pm
Region 5 Harvesting 2025 application
Métis Nation of Ontario - Region 5 Mattawa Ottawa River Communities & Environs

More information

If you have not received payment by February 16, 2026,
please email melanie@metisnation.org


2026 ELCC Conference [March 6–8, 2026]
Calling all Métis artisans and makers! Applications are now open to be a vendor at the 2026 MNO ELCC Conference happening March 6–8 at White Oaks Resort and Spa in Niagara-on-the-Lake!

Applications will be accepted from August 4 to September 1, 2025.

Due to limited space, only selected applicants will receive a confirmation email.
Apply now


School Supplies Application Form
Opens: July 22, 2025 12:00pm
Close: October 02 2025 at 12pm.
Questions please contact: Melanie@metisnation.org

Application Form


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Connecting Toddlers to Land-Based Learning

Curious how can children's play support land-based learning? The Métis Nation of Ontario is offering a free online module for early childhood educators.
In this course, you will:
• Learn how young children play and what it tells us about their development
• Explore the foundations of land-based learning
• Discover ways to design activities that connect children to culture and nature
Support key developmental milestones through meaningful, land-based play.



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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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