Metis Nation BC (MNBC)

A literacy program for Métis children from birth to four years. Registered children receive a free, age-appropriate book each month. Registration form available online. Open to MNBC citizens.

The registry compiles and maintains a database of Metis citizens in BC and serves as the official political representative of Metis people in BC, as recognized by provincial and federal governments. Eligibility is based on self-identification, ancestral connection to the historic Metis community, an...

Governing organization representing Metis youth ages 15 to 30 across BC. Youth representatives empower Metis youth to become leaders and take ownership in their skills and cultural heritage. Provides programs and initiatives for Metis youth in BC, including a provincial forum, and entrepreneurship s...

Provides financial support to Metis families with children from birth to eight years of age who are enrolled in the Métis Family Connections Program. Assists with the cost of services, programs, and products for children who require multiple supports. Services may include, but is not limited to, res...

Helps Métis citizens with financial needs by covering the expenses of up to 10 hour-long counselling sessions. Applicants must be Métis citizens. On approval of application, applicants will receive a letter from the MNBC MCC Program Portal to provide to their mental health clinician. Apply online. P...

Helps lower income Métis Elders and seniors purchase health-related necessities not covered by the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP). The funds can be used for the purchase of items such as hearing aids, dentures, walkers, and glasses. MNBC will work directly with service providers to set up direct bil...

Helps families with Métis children from birth to eight years of age build a network of support that provides children with opportunities for early learning and childhood development. Métis Family Connections Navigators assist families to access programs and services that are available in their regio...

Connects families with Métis children ages nine to 12 years to culture, and provides opportunities for families and children to learn more about Métis identity and the Métis Nation; to be up to date on virtual and cultural community events; to connect with other Métis families; and to receive access...

Connects families with Métis children ages 13 to 18 to community, culture, and opportunities to access relevant programs and services that support healthy transitions to post-secondary education, skills training, and the workforce.?Secondary Years Navigators help Métis learners and their families in...

Supports low-income Métis renters with rent supplement payments for a temporary period. Individuals and families spending more than 30 percent of their household income on rent may qualify for a payment up to a maximum of $475 a month. Payments are delivered to the applicant through an electronic fu...

Provides housing loss prevention and housing stabilization services to low-income Métis citizens and self-identified Métis who are homeless, precariously housed, or facing housing instability. Services include, but are not limited to housing crisis interventions and eviction prevention support; assi...

Provides financial assistance to support education and training for Metis people age 15 and over who are unemployed, underemployed, self-employed, or whose work environment is subject to change. Provides financial assistance to pursue training that is employable, builds transferable skills, and resu...

Provides financial assistance to support education and training for Metis people age 15 and over who are unemployed, underemployed, self-employed, or whose work environment is subject to change. Provides financial assistance to pursue training that is employable, builds transferable skills, and resu...

Provides financial assistance to support education and training for Metis people age 15 and over who are unemployed, underemployed, self-employed, or whose work environment is subject to change. Provides financial assistance to pursue training that is employable, builds transferable skills, and resu...

Provides financial assistance to support education and training for Metis people age 15 and over who are unemployed, underemployed, self-employed, or whose work environment is subject to change. Provides financial assistance to pursue training that is employable, builds transferable skills, and resu...

Provides financial assistance to support education and training for Metis people age 15 and over who are unemployed, underemployed, self-employed, or whose work environment is subject to change. Provides financial assistance to pursue training that is employable, builds transferable skills, and resu...

Provides financial assistance to support education and training for Metis people age 15 and over who are unemployed, underemployed, self-employed, or whose work environment is subject to change. Provides financial assistance to pursue training that is employable, builds transferable skills, and resu...

Provides financial assistance to support education and training for Metis people age 15 and over who are unemployed, underemployed, self-employed, or whose work environment is subject to change. Provides financial assistance to pursue training that is employable, builds transferable skills, and resu...

Supports Métis people with a history of homelessness by providing the essentials required to build a new future in their homes. Supports individuals and families with lived experience of homelessness who are transitioning to stable housing from a precarious living situation; individuals who are flee...