2025 National Métis Health Policy Forum

About the National Métis Health Policy Forum

The annual National Métis Health Policy Forum offers a unique opportunity for networking and dialogue between the Métis Nation and various partners. The event centres on the Métis Nation's current health priorities, innovations, and advancements, while also exploring opportunities for new and renewed investments to address these priorities. This event not only encourages collaboration but also celebrates Métis culture, amplifying Métis voices.

The 2025 forum will feature a curated menu showcasing traditional Métis dishes, along with lively cultural performances such as jigging and fiddling. Attendees can also enjoy two dedicated respite rooms—a wellness space and an Elder’s room—designed to enhance the event experience.

Applying a strengths-based approach, the 2025 forum will spotlight the successes of Métis health programs, practices, structures, and systems. Through panel discussions, keynote presentations, and concurrent sessions, the event will focus on the Métis social determinants of health as a holistic approach to addressing health and wellness for Métis people.

Theme of the 2025 National Métis Health Policy Forum

The theme of the 2025 forum will centre on storytelling – making space for stories of Métis resilience and Métis culture in healing.

Audience

The annual National Métis Health Policy Forum brings together a diverse assembly of Métis citizens including youth and Elders, Métis elected leadership, federal and provincial partners, policymakers, pan-Canadian health organizations, health leaders, scholars, activists, students, and individuals working in the health sector.

Registration Links

National Métis Health Policy Forum 2025 - February 5-6th, 2025 - Register here

Feedback from the 2024 Forum

Previous attendees have indicated the following on what was useful from the 2024 forum:

“Hearing the work of all nations and the lived experience of our Métis peoples. Having a place to learn more about Métis culture and how to better support them.”

“Clear examples of distinctions based policy research and programs for Métis people.”

“The sessions illustrated collaborations between Métis organizations and other entities such as government and not-for-profits.“

“Networking - The ability to chat and network with others, hearing about what is happening in different regions, chance to connect with governing members in person over multiple days.”