Manitoba Metis Federation

• Manitoba Métis Federation president David Chartrand runs uncontested for 4th time

  The longtime president of the Manitoba Métis Federation has been acclaimed in the organization's upcoming general election, which is scheduled for next month.

  Politics

  May 26
  
• Manitoba Métis ask Canada to defund Métis National Council

  After a disastrous court case cost the Metis National Council nearly $20 million, one defendant calls for Ottawa to defund the organization, calling it illegitimate

  Canada

  May 8
  
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• Manitoba Métis president rebukes AFN chief over call for withdrawal of treaty

  The president of the MMF is accusing the Assembly of First Nations of misleading people about legislation that would codify the federation's right to self-government.

  Politics

  Apr 24
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• WWI memorial statue relocated in Winnipeg, rededicated to all who served

  On the anniversary of one of Canada’s greatest military successes, the statue honouring those lost during WWI was unveiled at its new home at Winnipeg's Brookside Cemetery.

  Canada

  Apr 9
• Court clears Manitoba Métis president of wrongdoing in case launched by national body

  The Manitoba Métis Federation is celebrating an Ontario Superior Court decision that found its president did not breach his fiduciary duties.

  Politics

  Nov 25, 2025
• Manitoba Métis business directory officially verified by feds

  A new business directory announced by the Manitoba Métis Federation means Red River Métis-owned businesses will have a better chance to bid on federal procurement contracts.

  Politics

  Aug 20, 2025
• Manitoba Indigenous groups agree to work together on major infrastructure projects

  The Southern Chiefs' Organization, which represents 32 Anishinaabe and Dakota First Nations in the province, and the Manitoba Métis Federation have signed a five-year agreement.

  Politics

  Aug 13, 2025
• Indigenous groups question government funding for Métis Nation of Ontario

  The Chiefs of Ontario suggests $819 million has gone to the Métis Nation of Ontario — an organization First Nations leaders say has no legitimacy and threatens their rights.

  Canada

  Aug 10, 2025
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• Manitoba Métis Federation turns down Carney’s invitation to talk major projects

  Carney promised meetings with First Nations, Inuit and Métis after Indigenous leaders said they were not consulted adequately on the major projects legislation.

  Politics

  Aug 6, 2025
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• MMF to display ‘Our Grandmothers’ collection of historical and cultural Métis items

  It includes clothing, embroidery, beadwork and more, which the MMF says showcases Métis identity, mobility and fashion. 

  Canada

  Jul 2, 2025