The sacrifices and contributions that Métis Veterans made to defend Canada remain largely unknown. The Commemoration Program invites Metis citizens to propose projects that will honour, respect, and preserve the legacies of Métis Veterans.
It will support and expand the efforts that Metis communities have traditionally undertaken to honour our Veterans — hosting ceremonies, erecting monuments — along with establishing new Metis Veteran-focused initiatives.
Those eligible to apply for funding include:
Canadian citizens and organizations are required to partner with a Metis Nation citizen or recognized organization, and demonstrate the ability to achieve the program mandate.
Examples of eligible projects include:
The MVLP is inviting those interested to apply for funding from the Commemoration Program, by applying with the Expression of Interest form.
Once the form has been assessed, the applicant will be asked to submit their application to the MVLP, whereas all personal information will be removed to ensure anonymity and merit-based approval prior to being sent to the Commission for review.
Once the project has been approved, a contribution agreement will be established between the applicant and the MVLP.
Submit your Expression of Interest online, by email or mail.
Métis Veterans Legacy Program
c/o Manitoba Metis Federation
3rd Floor — 150 Henry Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 0J7
veteran.info@metisveterans.caThere is no deadline for submissions. Submissions are accepted on an ongoing basis throughout the year. Expressions of Interest will be considered for approval for a period of up to three years.
Need help? Call 1-800-532-1993 or email veteran.info@metisveterans.ca
The MVLP may approve partial or full funding for a project. Decisions are based on the number and quality of applications received and available funding.
Funding for any given project, including multi-year programs, will be up to a maximum of $100,000 per project, to a maximum total of $200,000 for multi-year projects.
$100K
Max per project
$200K
Multi-year max
A final report must be submitted at the conclusion of the project, including a complete financial accounting and evaluation.