Past Events
TYRMC Voyageur Paddle 2026
On August 9, 2026, TYRMC hosted their Annual Voyageur Paddle from the Toronto Harbourfront to the Toronto Islands. TYRMC Senator Paul Irvine started us off in a good way with introductions, a land acknowledgement and an opening prayer before we headed off. We were grateful for the beautiful weather. We practiced our teamwork as we […]
9th Annual Youth Gathering
On August 8th, 2026, TYRMC joined Council Fire in the 9th Annual Youth Gathering at Regent Park. It was great to see all the young dancers and to speak to people about Métis culture, showing our furs and our sashes. We participated in the Grand Entry where we carried our Métis flag alongside the Eagle […]
2026 TYRMC Summer Gathering
Our Saturday, July 18th Summer Gathering was set to take place on Snake Island, on the Toronto Islands. But by Thursday, the Saturday forecast was calling for a 100% chance of rain and thunderstorms—we had to make a decision. Fortunately, we were able to move the event indoors to the Toronto Aboriginal Support Services Council (TASSC) […]
Toronto & York Region Métis Citizens at FIFA Fan Festival
On June 26, 2026, some lucky TYRMC citizens got to experience FIFA Fan Fest at Fort York and the Bentway. They had a great time watching the game with others, participating in the on-site activities, visiting the Tkaronto section, and browsing the vendors. TYRMC was present at the FIFA Tkaronto Market sharing information about to […]
Indigenous Arts Festival at Biidaasige Park
On June 20, 2026, TYRMC attended the City of Toronto’s Indigenous Arts Festival as a vendor. People were very interested in the colours and beauty of the sash, as it caught their eye. Council had discussions with many people about a variety of topics regarding Metis people. Alicia Blore and the Tkaronto Metis Jiggers got […]
