The Métis Nation of Ontario is excited to be hosting the Ivèr: Winter Métis Youth Culture Camp on February 9th -12th, 2024, at Fort William, in Thunder Bay, ON.
We will be hosting a 4-day camp filled with workshops in an effort to connect our youth with their Métis culture and way of life. This camp will allow participants to explore different skills and gain a deeper understanding of their Métis heritage. In order to be eligible to participate, all forms must be completed. The costs of travel, accommodations, and meals will be covered.
STUDENT ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Preference given to MNO citizens or children of citizens
- Enrolled and attending high school within the province of Ontario
- In grades 10, 11, 12 (age 15-18)
- Provide a letter of support from a teacher/guidance counsellor or Métis community council member and a letter of motivation.
NOTE: AT THIS TIME PROOF OF VACCINATION IS NOT REQUIRED, IF YOU ARE NOT VACCINATED FILL OUT THE SECTION REGARDING BOOSTER DATES WITH A DATE IN 2024 TO INDICATE THAT INFORMATION. THIS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS OUR POLICIES ADAPT TO REFLECT THE STATUS OF THE COVID PANDEMIC.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 17th, 2023 at 11:59 PM ET
Should you need any assistance, do not hesitate to contact education@metisnation.org
Considerations
1. It is strongly recommended to complete the application using a computer rather than a mobile device.
2. Applicants will receive a confirmation email upon submitting. Please contact the Program Coordinator if you have completed the application but do not receive an email
3. Youth applicants must complete their application using their own name and email address. This will allow parents to register as collaborators. Please read the definitions carefully, as this can be confusing during the application process.
- Applicant- is the youth that will be participating. They will request the Collaborators and Recommenders for the application.
- Collaborator- is a parent/guardian that can review their child's application and sign any forms required. They are able to see all sections of the application.
- Recommender- This can be a teacher, guidance counsellor or member of a community council and they will be required to provide a Letter of Support for the participant. The recommender can only access the Letter of Support.
Métis Youth Cultural Camps
The Métis Nation of Ontario is excited to be hosting the Ivèr: Winter Métis Youth Culture Camp on February 9th -12th, 2024, at Fort William, in Thunder Bay, ON.
We will be hosting a 4-day camp filled with workshops in an effort to connect our youth with their Métis culture and way of life. This camp will allow participants to explore different skills and gain a deeper understanding of their Métis heritage. In order to be eligible to participate, all forms must be completed. The costs of travel, accommodations, and meals will be covered.
STUDENT ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Preference given to MNO citizens or children of citizens
- Enrolled and attending high school within the province of Ontario
- In grades 10, 11, 12 (age 15-18)
- Provide a letter of support from a teacher/guidance counsellor or Métis community council member and a letter of motivation.
NOTE: AT THIS TIME PROOF OF VACCINATION IS NOT REQUIRED, IF YOU ARE NOT VACCINATED FILL OUT THE SECTION REGARDING BOOSTER DATES WITH A DATE IN 2024 TO INDICATE THAT INFORMATION. THIS IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AS OUR POLICIES ADAPT TO REFLECT THE STATUS OF THE COVID PANDEMIC.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 17th, 2023 at 11:59 PM ET
Should you need any assistance, do not hesitate to contact education@metisnation.org
Considerations
1. It is strongly recommended to complete the application using a computer rather than a mobile device.
2. Applicants will receive a confirmation email upon submitting. Please contact the Program Coordinator if you have completed the application but do not receive an email
3. Youth applicants must complete their application using their own name and email address. This will allow parents to register as collaborators. Please read the definitions carefully, as this can be confusing during the application process.
- Applicant- is the youth that will be participating. They will request the Collaborators and Recommenders for the application.
- Collaborator- is a parent/guardian that can review their child's application and sign any forms required. They are able to see all sections of the application.
- Recommender- This can be a teacher, guidance counsellor or member of a community council and they will be required to provide a Letter of Support for the participant. The recommender can only access the Letter of Support.