What we do

Projects

Every year LFMO undertakes many projects and initiatives addressing a broad range of issues affecting Métis people.

Learn more about each project by scrolling through our list of projects, or narrow your search by filtering our Projects by Priority.

2025 Spring Policy Forum

Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak hosted our annual Spring Policy Forum in Ottawa, ON, from March 17–20, bringing together dozens of Métis women and gender-diverse individuals

2SLGBTQQIA+ Environmental Analysis

This environmental scan examines the services, programs, and organizations that address the distinct needs of Métis 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin. It aims to identify gaps and opportunities

2SLGBTQQIA+ Sash

LFMO, in collaboration with Métis 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin, created a 2SLGBTQQIA+ sash to honor and celebrate them. This sash reflects the historic symbolism of the Métis

A Place from Which We Grow

LFMO’s A Place from Which We Grow is a culturally relevant, trauma-informed toolkit designed to support Métis women impacted by gender-based violence (GBV). This strengths-based

Biodiversity

This project focuses on amplifying the voices of Métis women in national and international forums, advocating for their vital role in biodiversity conservation and sustainable

Blood Memory Project

The Knowledge Keepers Blood Memory project gathers Michif Knowledge Keepers to create a Métis-specific healing and wellness resource. This trauma-informed bundle focuses on awakening ancestral

Commemoration of MMIWG2S+ Remembering Project

LFMO’s data strategy focuses on addressing systemic issues underlying violence against Métis WG2S+ individuals by emphasizing ethical, distinctions-based research. Through collaboration with Pauktuutit Inuit Women,

Creating Safety for 2SLGBTQQIA+

This initiative seeks to address the lack of accessible resources for Métis 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin experiencing Gender-Based and Orientation-Based Violence by fostering connections through cultural gatherings

Economic Development Entrepreneur Research and Directory

This project explores the current landscape for Métis women entrepreneurs, analyzing resources, challenges, and opportunities through data review and community engagement. It aims to enhance

From Seed to Heart

Since its inception, LFMO has championed the strength and wisdom of Métis women, youth, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin to promote equality, health, and reconciliation. The From

Grandmother Ribbon

The Grandmother Ribbon Campaign, launched by Les Femmes Michif Otipemisiwak (LFMO), spreads hope, healing, and light during uncertain times, including the second wave of COVID-19.

Health Policy Capacity

This project focuses on addressing critical health gaps for Métis women and and 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin through culturally relevant, intersectional gender-based analysis. LFMO engaged Métis women

Historical Perspectives of Métis women

Métis women have been integral to the development of the Métis people, serving as life-givers, knowledge keepers, and equal partners in political, social, and economic

Housing Reports

The Closing the Gap project investigates the housing challenges faced by Métis women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin, highlighting key gaps and unmet needs. Through community-driven research,

IELCC Policy and Métis IELCC Framework

The Quality Improvement Project aims to create culturally relevant, high-quality resources for Métis Early Learners and IELCC staff. It also focuses on forming a national

IELCC Quality Improvement Project

The Quality Improvement Project enhances Métis Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) by fostering culturally grounded practices and resources. It emphasizes Métis perspectives while building

Indigenous Justice Strategy

The Métis-specific justice strategy seeks to address the unique experiences of Métis women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin by promoting culturally informed justice reforms. Through engagement

Medical Assistance in Dying

This project engages Métis women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin’s voices in the conversation around Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD), with a focus on mental illness eligibility

Mental Wellness

The LFMO’s mental health and wellness project explored the unique mental health priorities of Métis women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin, emphasizing the importance of culturally-grounded, community-driven

Metis Perspective on MMIWG2S+

LFMO continues its advocacy on MMIWG2S+ by working with CIRNAC, Métis Knowledge Keepers, and a Métis Nation working group to advance the MMIWG2S+ Action Plan

Metis-Based Gendered and Intersectional Analysis

“Walking in Our Moccasins: A Métis-Based Gendered Intersectional Analysis” empowers Métis women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ kin by providing a toolkit for policymakers to address systemic biases

Midwives and Doula

This project advocates for bias-free and culturally relevant maternal and child health services, focusing on informed consent, trauma-informed care, and returning birthing practices to Métis