Manitoba Métis Federation

Membership Cards

The Manitoba Métis Federation is implementing new procedures and cards for membership that will take effect in 2012.  These new cards will be recognized and can be used as Official Government Identification.  This means that your Métis card can be used as an officially recognized I.D. (same way you use your Drivers License).  I'm sure many people within our region have questions regarding the new cards and procedures.  That is why we have devised a frequently asked questions (F.A.Q.) below that will hopefully field most of your questions.  All inquiries regarding membership cards can be fielded by our membership clerk whos contact information is at the bottom of this page.

Q: How does the 2012 shift effect old card holders?

A: All old card holders will be required to fill out a new application and provide the following (if they hadn't previously);

(1) Geneology (if you had already provided one then you don't need to provide another)
*Note: information on attaining a geneology is address in another question*

(2) Long-Form Birth Certificate OR Baptism Certificate (if you had already provided one then you don't need to provide another)
*Note: information on attaining a Long-Form Birth Certificate & Baptism Certificate is addressed in another question*

(3) Government Recognized I.D. (e.g. Drivers License)

Q: How does the 2012 shift effect Métis people who wish to register?

A: It doesn't.  You will have to provide the same information as you did previously.  How to register as a new member is addressed in another question.

Q: I lost the personal copy of my Geneology / Birth Certificate / Baptism Certificate, do I need to buy another?

A: No.  The Manitoba Métis Federation keeps all of your evidence on file.  Whether it be a Geneology, Long-Form Birth Certificate, or Baptism Certificate, they are all here and we can provide you with a copy at your request.

*Note: We can only provide you with this information if it was provided to us.  If you did not provide the MMF with the evidence in your original application then we will NOT have it on file.

Q: How do I become a member of the Manitoba Métis Federation?

A: Your first step is to pick-up an application from the Manitoba Métis Federation.

Q: Which region to I belong to?

A: Each region has several locals that reside within that region.  If you reside in region for more than six months then you are eligible to register as a member within that region.  If you are are unsure which region you reside in please refer to the MMF Region Map.  You may also refer to the local listings.  The abbreviations are NW (Northwest), SW (Southwest), SE (Southeast), TP (The Pas), TH (Thompson), INT (Interlake), and WPG (Winnipeg).

Q: What is the full process that my application goes through for me to become a member?

A: You application goes through a series of steps before you are approved as a member of a region.

Step 1: A new member fills out an membership application attained at their Regional or Local office.
Step 2: A geneology is attained through 'The Heritage Centre' or 'Métis Ressource Centre'.
Step 3: The completed application is given to the members local chair.
Step 4: The local chair signs and provides the application to the Vice-President of the Region.
Step 5: The Vice-President signs the application and ships it to Winnipeg.
Step 6: Winnipeg receives the application and you are now a recognized member of the MMF.

Q: What are the fees associated with attaining membership?

A: We don't have exact numbers but these are prices you can expect to pay when attaining membership.

$20.00 (minimum) for a Geneology (can go as high as $150.00 depending on how far you go back)
$25.00 for a Long-Form Birth Certificate
$10.00 for a Baptism Certificate
$10.00 for a membership card (covers cost of manufacturing the card)

Q: Where can I obtain a Geneology?

A: You can obtain a Geneology at the following;

The Heritage Centre                               
La Socie'te' Historique De Saint-Boniface
340  Provencher Blvd
Saint-Boniface, MB R2H 0G7
Tel:  (204) 233-4888
Fax: (204) 231-2562
Website: www.shsb.mb.ca
Click here to request a Geneology from 'The Heritage Centre'

Metis Culture & Heritage Resource Centre
506-63 Albert Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 1G4
Tel: (204) 956-7767
Fax: (204) 956-7765
Website: www.metisresourcecentre.mb.ca

Q: Where can I obtain a Long-Form Birth Certificate?

A: You can obtain a long-form birth certificate from Vital Statistics.  You can apply via...

IN PERSON
Counter service is available at our location at 254 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg. The building is located at the SW corner of Portage Avenue and Garry Street. The Agency is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Available payment methods are cash, cheque, money order, debit, Visa or MasterCard. Please note personal cheques, unless certified, will NOT be accepted for 24 hour RUSH service.

BY MAIL
Download an application form and mail it to:
Vital Statistics Agency, 254 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg MB R3C 0B6
Available payment methods are cheque, money order, Visa or MasterCard.
Please note personal cheques, unless certified, will NOT be accepted for 24 hour RUSH service

BY FAX
Download an application form and fax it to (204) 948-3128.
Available payment methods are Visa or MasterCard.

Click here to print off a copy of the birth certificate request form

Q: Where can I obtain a Baptism Certificate?

A: You can obtain a Baptism Certificate from your local church.  The cost varies from church to church but it should cost you around $10.00.

For more information please contact Deneka McLeod
Phone #: 204-623-5701 ext. 2225
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Fax #: 204-623-2825