Purpose:

To improve access to nutritious food and reduce food insecurity for eligible Métis citizens and households. The Food Security Support Program is offered through the Huron-Superior Métis Community Support Program.

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Eligibility:

To be eligible for this program, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

1. Be a resident of the Huron-Superior Regional Métis Community (MNO Region 4)

2. Be a Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) Citizen

3. Meet at least one of the following conditions:

• Have a physical disability or functional limitation that affects daily living​

• Be experiencing demonstrated need (e.g., temporary injury, illness, aging-related limitations, food insecurity, financial hardship)

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Priority May Be Given To:

• Elders

• Persons with disabilities

• Single-parent households

• Individuals recovering from illness or injury

• Those experiencing food insecurity or isolation

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Eligible Supports May Include:

• Grocery cards or vouchers

• Access to food pickup points (where applicable)

• Culturally appropriate food supports where possible

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Program Parameters:

• Support amounts vary based on household size and demonstrated need​

• Funding may be issued as:

  • Direct food support

  • Prepaid grocery cards

  • Reimbursement to applicants (with receipts), where appropriate

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*To view the full program policy document, please click here.