OTTAWA --- Outgoing MNO President Tony Belcourt extended his sincere congratulations to Gary Lipinski on his election by acclamation as President of the Métis Nation of Ontario. Mr. Belcourt also offered congratulations to France Picotte, elected as MNO Chair, Tim Pile, re-elected as MNO Secretary Treasurer and all other Councillors elected by acclamation to the Provisional Council of the Métis Nation of Ontario.

“I am extremely pleased to know that the future of the MNO will be led by individuals who I know to be dedicated to the vision and purpose of the Métis Nation. Gary, France, Tim and I have worked closely over the past few years and have been very instrumental in bringing our achievements. I have every confidence Gary and the other leaders of the MNO to build upon our successes of the past and move our agenda to another level. Their election today is a proud moment for all Métis”, Belcourt said.

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