Metis Nation of Ontario Secretariat: federal grants and contributions

Updated 12 October 2026 · Ottawa, ON · grants and contributions register · Ottawa Centre

Metis Nation of Ontario Secretariat: federal grants and contributions: 69 agreements; $45.6M value; 11 departments; 20 programs.

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69agreements
$45.6Mvalue
11departments
20programs

Largest agreements

ASETS - CRF$21.1Mvalue2010start–end

Through agreements with Aboriginal organizations, the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ASETS) provides funding for employment programs and services that help Aboriginal people prepare for, obtain and maintain employment.

Métis Nation of Ontario Bail Program$4.8Mvalue2026start2030end

The Métis Nation of Ontario Bail Program seeks to generate avenues for early interventions for Indigenous peoples including women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ (Two-Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual+) persons. Through the creation of culturally appropriate reintegration plans, training and supporting Indigenous bail workers, this project will increase the release of Indigenous accused from remand centers. This project will also provide an alternative to incarceration for participants and will help to decrease the overrepresentation of Indigenous p

IELCC Emergency COVID 19 Response Fund 2020$3.7Mvalue2020start2022end

This will be accomplished in the following ways: .• Through partnership and joint management of distinctions based investments that will enhance and expand Indigenous ELCC, and support the transfer of ELCC to Indigenous organizations; .• Strengthening foundational supports for Indigenous ELCC through, for example, Indigenous led quality improvement projects; and .• Adapting and improving existing federal programs to be more flexible, adaptable and horizontal across federal departments as a first step prior to transferring control, so that programs cohesively support the goals of the Framework

0$3.6Mvalue2012start–end

The objective of the Skills and Partnership Fund (SPF) is to help Aboriginal organizations find innovative solutions through partnerships to create new tools and services for Aboriginal people. SPF will contribute to the creation of a skilled, adaptable labour force in Canada through activities in the following areas: training to employment; job focused essential skills training; or service delivery improvements.

0$3.5Mvalue2011start–end

The objective of the Skills and Partnership Fund (SPF) is to help Aboriginal organizations find innovative solutions through partnerships to create new tools and services for Aboriginal people. SPF will contribute to the creation of a skilled, adaptable labour force in Canada through activities in the following areas: training to employment; job focused essential skills training; or service delivery improvements.

Skilled Employment Energy Stream$2.2Mvalue2017start–end
2627-HQ-000067$1.4Mvalue2026start2030end

P006040

2122-HQ-000140$1.0Mvalue2022start2023end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

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1920-HQ-000017$684Kvalue2019start2022end

Not a Project (Mandated or Core Funding)

1920-HQ-000138$675Kvalue2019start2024end

1415-P000182

MNO UNDA Implementation 2023-2025$405Kvalue2024start2025end

This multi-year project supports core capacity for ongoing consultation and cooperation activities in the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN Declaration), the UNDA and measures included in the Action Plan.

Agreement$381Kvalue2019start–end

The Metis Lands and Waters Guardians Program

Métis Economic Participation in Forest Sector$355Kvalue2023start2026end

The objective of this project is to enhance Indigenous participation in the natural resource economy, and support governance, and First Nation, government, and/or industry engagement.

2122-HQ-000338$205Kvalue2021start2023end

Not Available

Métis Language Revitalization$200Kvalue2020start2021end

Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program

1718-HQ-000084$180Kvalue2017start2026end

1617-P000508

MNO UNDA Implementation 2025-2027$150Kvalue2025start2027end

This multi-year project supports core capacity for ongoing consultation and cooperation activities in the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UN Declaration), the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (UNDA) and measures included in the Action Plan.

Sunset Country Métis Community Centre (SCMCC)$100Kvalue2021start2023end

The objective of the EAF is to support community based projects across Canada that improve accessibility, remove barriers, and enable Canadians with disabilities to participate in and contribute to their community.

Indigenous Justice Strategy$90.0Kvalue2024start2025end

The Recipient agrees to: Participate on a shared table with Métis National Council, Assembly of First Nations, Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, and various Canada departments where common issues arise, which includes bilateral or trilateral meetings with Métis National Council, Governing Members, and Canada to ensure that Métis specific approaches to certain areas of concern are addressed (like policing, for example) is of the utmost importance.

515390$88.1Kvalue2024start2025end

Establish Ontario's first Métis Heritage Centre in Sault Ste. Marie through interactive visitor exhibits in order to grow cultural tourism spending.

2021-HQ-000114$79.7Kvalue2021start2022end

Not Available

2324-HQ-000070$62.5Kvalue2023start2026end

Not Available

Indigenous Habitat Protection Program- Grants$60.0Kvalue2023start2024end

The purpose of the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grant Funding is to meet the legal obligations to support the participation of Indigenous communities in consultations on Departmental Crown conduct (i.e., decisions, such as arrangements, approvals, authorizations and permits) under the Fisheries Act and/or Species at Risk Act.

Policy Dialogue Program$54.0Kvalue2022start–end

Contribution as part of the Policy Dialogue Program to Metis Nation of Ontario Secretariat to assist in preparing for and engaging in participation activities associated with the ongoing Review of Legislative, Regulatory, and Policy Development Processes.

Metis Nation of Ontario 2022AFSAR5038$41.8Kvalue2022start2023end

Enhance the conservation and recovery of species at risk by supporting Indigenous communities as they acquire, develop and apply the technical resources, skills and knowledge necessary to partner in Species at Risk Act (SARA) implementation

Agreement$31.3Kvalue2012start–end
Agreement$25.8Kvalue2012start–end
Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grants$20.7Kvalue2024start2025end

The purpose of the Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grant Funding is to meet the legal obligations to support the participation of Indigenous communities in consultations on Departmental Crown conduct (i.e., decisions, such as arrangements, approvals, authorizations and permits) under the Fisheries Act and/or Species at Risk Act.

Youth - Canada Summer Jobs$13.0Kvalue2023start2023end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

CSJ 2020 - Metis Nation of Ontario - (Ottawa-Vanier)$11.8Kvalue2020start2020end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

CSJ 2020 - Metis Nation of Ontario - (Toronto Centre)$11.8Kvalue2020start2020end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

CSJ2018-Metis Nation of Ontario (Toronto Centre)$11.6Kvalue2018start2018end

N/A

CSJ 2021 - Metis Nation of Ontario (Thunder Bay--Rainy River)$10.7Kvalue2021start2022end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

CSJ2018-Metis Nation of Ontario (Sault Ste. Marie)$10.1Kvalue2018start2018end

N/A

2122-HQ-000098$10.0Kvalue2021start2021end

Not Available

CSJ 2025 - Metis Nation of Ontario (Sault Ste. Marie)$9.6Kvalue2025start2025end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

CSJ 2025 - Metis Nation of Ontario (Nipissing-Timiskaming)$9.6Kvalue2025start2025end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

CSJ 2025 - Metis Nation of Ontario (Ottawa Centre)$9.6Kvalue2025start2025end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

CSJ 2025 - Metis Nation of Ontario (Timmins-James Bay)$9.6Kvalue2025start2025end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

CSJ 2025 - Metis Nation of Ontario (Kenora)$9.6Kvalue2025start2025end

Through the application of national and local priorities, the CSJ program seeks to provide youth, particularly those who face barriers to employment with access to work opportunities. Funded employers must demonstrate that they are providing quality work experiences for youth that provide opportunities to develop and improve their skills.

Departments

Employment and Social Development Canada46agreements$34.5Mvalue6programs
  • ASETS - CRF
  • 0
  • IELCC - Métis
  • Skills and Partnership Fund - CRF
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants

All grants from Employment and Social Development Canada

Public Safety Canada1agreements$4.8Mvalue1programs
  • (ACSDCP) Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program

All grants from Public Safety Canada

Public Health Agency of Canada7agreements$2.6Mvalue3programs
  • Community Action for Prenatal and Child Health Program (CAPCHP)
  • Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention
  • Infectious Disease Prevention and Control

All grants from Public Health Agency of Canada

Health Canada2agreements$1.7Mvalue1programs
  • Canadian Health Systems and Programs

All grants from Health Canada

Department of Justice Canada3agreements$645Kvalue2programs
  • Indigenous Partnership Fund
  • Indigenous Justice Program

All grants from Department of Justice Canada

Environment and Climate Change Canada1agreements$381Kvalue0programs
Natural Resources Canada1agreements$355Kvalue1programs
  • Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships

All grants from Natural Resources Canada

Canadian Heritage1agreements$200Kvalue1programs
  • Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program

All grants from Canadian Heritage

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Fisheries and Oceans Canada3agreements$122Kvalue3programs
  • Indigenous Habitat Protection Program- Grants
  • Aboriginal Funds For Species At Risk (AFSAR)
  • Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grants

All grants from Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Impact Assessment Agency of Canada3agreements$111Kvalue1programs
Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario1agreements$88.1Kvalue1programs

Years

20262agreements$6.3Mvalue2programs
  • (ACSDCP) Aboriginal Community Safety Development Contribution Program
  • Community Action for Prenatal and Child Health Program (CAPCHP)
20258agreements$208Kvalue2programs
  • Indigenous Partnership Fund
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
202413agreements$669Kvalue5programs
  • Indigenous Partnership Fund
  • Indigenous Justice Program
  • Northern Ontario Development Program
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • Indigenous Habitat Participation Program- Grants
202311agreements$543Kvalue4programs
  • Indigenous Natural Resource Partnerships
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
  • Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention
  • Indigenous Habitat Protection Program- Grants
20223agreements$1.1Mvalue3programs
  • Canadian Health Systems and Programs
  • Policy Dialogue Program
  • Aboriginal Funds For Species At Risk (AFSAR)
202112agreements$458Kvalue3programs
  • Infectious Disease Prevention and Control
  • Enabling Accessibility Fund - Grants
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20207agreements$3.9Mvalue3programs
  • IELCC - Métis
  • Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20193agreements$1.7Mvalue2programs
  • Canadian Health Systems and Programs
  • Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention
Show all 13
20183agreements$21.7Kvalue1programs
  • Youth - Canada Summer Jobs
20172agreements$2.4Mvalue2programs
  • Skills and Partnership Fund - CRF
  • Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention
20123agreements$3.7Mvalue1programs
  • 0
20111agreements$3.5Mvalue1programs
  • 0
20101agreements$21.1Mvalue1programs
  • ASETS - CRF

Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada. Source: Government of Canada proactive disclosure of grants and contributions (open.canada.ca, dataset 432527ab-7aac-45b5-81d6-7597107a7013), 1,327,352 rows as published, collapsed to one agreement per agreement number (per reference number where none is given) at its latest amendment, which carries the full agreement value. Years are the agreement start year. Agreements with individuals are counted but not named.