Mini Métis Playgroup

North Bay [Last Wednesday of the month] 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Attention families with children ages 0–6! You are invited to join us for a fun and welcoming playgroup in North Bay.

Your little ones can enjoy sensory play, crafts, songs, and story time in a relaxed, inclusive space. While the kids play, Métis Healthy Babies Healthy Children Coordinators and Developmental Resource Consultants will be available to share tips, answer questions, and support your child’s growth and development.

North Bay Office (156 McIntyre Street West).
Time: 9:30–11:30 am | Last Wednesday of the month.
Planning to attend? Contact your local coordinator:

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

Narcissistic Abuse Awareness Day
June 1 at 6:30—8:30p.m. EDT

Join MNO Victim Services Coordinator Carolyn Luscombe, RSSW on June 1 at 6:30—8:30p.m. EDT via Zoom to discuss the impacts of and healing from narcissistic abuse.

Death Café

Tuesday, June 2 at 3p.m. EDT

Join us virtually on June 2 at 3p.m. EDT for our next Death Café in partnership with Home Hospice Association for a thoughtful discussion about death hosted by Amanda Kramp, Aging at Home Coordinator.

The Powley Lunch and Learn Session
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 | 6:30—7p.m. EDT

Join a virtual presentation with the Early Learning and Child Care team— discover Real Life Superheroes: The Powley Family, a unique early learning board book.

Adult Mental Wellness Connection: Pride Series
June 8 and June 15

This June, the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) is creating space for conversations around identity, healing, mental wellness, and Métis 2SLGBTQIA+ experiences Join us for two virtual sessions focused on community, belonging, and Métis stories of pride led by the health promotions team.

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

An Evening of Reflection & Journaling
Thursday, June 25 @ 6-7PM EST

Join us for a cozy, reflective evening of journaling with the MNO Youth Council. Hosted by MNO Health Promotion Specialists, Liv Miller & Alaina McMonigle, this session offers intentional time for self-care, reflection, and connection with peers PLEASE REGISTER BY: Friday, June 12, 2026

Register

Youth Leadership Conference
Tuesday, August 11 to Wednesday August 12

Calling all MNO youth (ages 16–29)! Join us in Thunder Bay for the 2026 Youth Leadership Conference: Building Our Nation: Métis Youth and Self-Governance. Aug 11–12. Workshops, land-based learning & Métis storytelling. Apply by Friday, June 19