{"id":49,"date":"2025-07-11T10:02:59","date_gmt":"2025-07-11T14:02:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/?post_type=chapter&#038;p=49"},"modified":"2025-07-23T17:12:31","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T21:12:31","slug":"advisory-groups","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/chapter\/advisory-groups\/","title":{"raw":"Advisory Groups","rendered":"Advisory Groups"},"content":{"raw":"<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Advisory groups exist to make sure specific voices don't get lost in larger discussions. These aren't token positions - they have real influence on decisions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_141\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"1161\"]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlakenationnews.com\/story\/2023\/01\/25\/news\/mtis-nation-of-ontario-youth-council-partners-with-the-gordon-foundation-to-host-a-youth-self-government-simulation\/111524.html\"><img src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1161\" height=\"774\" class=\"wp-image-141\" \/><\/a> M\u00e9tis Nation of Ontario Youth Council partners with The Gordon Foundation to host a youth Self-Government Simulation.[\/caption]\r\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Youth Council (MNOYC)<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">That's us. Youth aged 16-30 from across Ontario.<\/p>\r\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">We focus on:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Advocating for programs that matter to young people<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Running leadership development and cultural activities<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Ensuring youth perspectives shape policies<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Connecting young people across the province<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Developing the next generation of leaders<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">The MNOYC President sits on the PCMNO, so youth concerns go directly to provincial decision-making.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_142\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"990\"]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.metisnation.org\/governance\/governing-structure\/mno-womens-council\/\"><img src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/womens-council-cropped_418x209-300x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"990\" height=\"495\" class=\"wp-image-142\" \/><\/a> Participants and guests at the MNO Women\u2019s Council gathering prior to the 2018 MNO Annual General Assembly in Peterborough in August.[\/caption]\r\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Women's Council (MNOWC)<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">M\u00e9tis women addressing issues affecting women and families:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Violence prevention and support services<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Women's leadership development<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Family support programs<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Ensuring women's voices influence governance<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.metisnation.org\/news\/mno-veterans-council-holds-gathering-in-ottawa\/\"><img src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1043\" height=\"695\" class=\"wp-image-143 aligncenter\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\r\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Veterans' Council (MNOVC)<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">M\u00e9tis veterans and their families:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Advocating for proper benefits and recognition<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Preserving M\u00e9tis military history and contributions<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Supporting M\u00e9tis families of current serving members<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Working with government on veterans' issues<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n<hr \/>\r\n\r\n<h2><\/h2>\r\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Senators<\/h2>\r\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Respected Elders and knowledge keepers who have been elected to:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Provide cultural guidance and traditional knowledge<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Ensure governance respects M\u00e9tis values and teachings<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Mentor younger community members<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Advise on cultural and spiritual matters<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--exercises\"><header class=\"textbox__header\">\r\n<h1 class=\"textbox__title\" style=\"text-align: center\">Reflect<\/h1>\r\n<\/header>\r\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">What advisory councils are you a part of?<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Are you part of just one or more than one?<\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">How they collaborate<\/h3>\r\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">All of these councils:<\/p>\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Meet regularly to discuss their focus areas<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Send representatives with issues to the PCMNO when needed<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Provide specialized input on policies and programs<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Organize events for their communities<\/li>\r\n \t<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Work together when issues overlap<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div class=\"textbox shaded\">\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>As a youth representative, you'll likely collaborate with multiple advisory groups, especially when youth issues connect with women's concerns, veterans' families, 2-Spirit issues, or cultural preservation.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n<\/div>","rendered":"<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Advisory groups exist to make sure specific voices don&#8217;t get lost in larger discussions. These aren&#8217;t token positions &#8211; they have real influence on decisions.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_141\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-141\" style=\"width: 1161px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redlakenationnews.com\/story\/2023\/01\/25\/news\/mtis-nation-of-ontario-youth-council-partners-with-the-gordon-foundation-to-host-a-youth-self-government-simulation\/111524.html\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1161\" height=\"774\" class=\"wp-image-141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is-65x43.jpg 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/s_topXEXT1535x34870is.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1161px) 100vw, 1161px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-141\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">M\u00e9tis Nation of Ontario Youth Council partners with The Gordon Foundation to host a youth Self-Government Simulation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Youth Council (MNOYC)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">That&#8217;s us. Youth aged 16-30 from across Ontario.<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">We focus on:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Advocating for programs that matter to young people<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Running leadership development and cultural activities<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Ensuring youth perspectives shape policies<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Connecting young people across the province<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Developing the next generation of leaders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">The MNOYC President sits on the PCMNO, so youth concerns go directly to provincial decision-making.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<figure id=\"attachment_142\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-142\" style=\"width: 990px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.metisnation.org\/governance\/governing-structure\/mno-womens-council\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/womens-council-cropped_418x209-300x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"990\" height=\"495\" class=\"wp-image-142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/womens-council-cropped_418x209-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/womens-council-cropped_418x209-65x33.jpg 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/womens-council-cropped_418x209-225x113.jpg 225w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/womens-council-cropped_418x209-350x175.jpg 350w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/womens-council-cropped_418x209.jpg 418w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 990px) 100vw, 990px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-142\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Participants and guests at the MNO Women\u2019s Council gathering prior to the 2018 MNO Annual General Assembly in Peterborough in August.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Women&#8217;s Council (MNOWC)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">M\u00e9tis women addressing issues affecting women and families:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Violence prevention and support services<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Women&#8217;s leadership development<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Family support programs<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Ensuring women&#8217;s voices influence governance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.metisnation.org\/news\/mno-veterans-council-holds-gathering-in-ottawa\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1043\" height=\"695\" class=\"wp-image-143 aligncenter\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-65x43.jpg 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/pressbooks.library.torontomu.ca\/mnoycleadingwithpride\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/438\/2025\/07\/IMG_2045-scaled-1-350x233.jpg 350w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1043px) 100vw, 1043px\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Veterans&#8217; Council (MNOVC)<\/h2>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">M\u00e9tis veterans and their families:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Advocating for proper benefits and recognition<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Preserving M\u00e9tis military history and contributions<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Supporting M\u00e9tis families of current serving members<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Working with government on veterans&#8217; issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">Senators<\/h2>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Respected Elders and knowledge keepers who have been elected to:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Provide cultural guidance and traditional knowledge<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Ensure governance respects M\u00e9tis values and teachings<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Mentor younger community members<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Advise on cultural and spiritual matters<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"textbox textbox--exercises\">\n<header class=\"textbox__header\">\n<h1 class=\"textbox__title\" style=\"text-align: center\">Reflect<\/h1>\n<\/header>\n<div class=\"textbox__content\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">What advisory councils are you a part of?<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\">Are you part of just one or more than one?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"text-xl font-bold text-text-100 mt-1 -mb-0.5\">How they collaborate<\/h3>\n<p class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">All of these councils:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"[&amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [&amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc space-y-1.5 pl-7\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Meet regularly to discuss their focus areas<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Send representatives with issues to the PCMNO when needed<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Provide specialized input on policies and programs<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Organize events for their communities<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Work together when issues overlap<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"textbox shaded\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><strong>As a youth representative, you&#8217;ll likely collaborate with multiple advisory groups, especially when youth issues connect with women&#8217;s concerns, veterans&#8217; 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