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by ghostpepper 1725 days ago
Correct me if I'm wrong but aren't the Métis not entitled to the same tax benefits as other indigenous groups?
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> 2) Can an MNO citizenship card be used for a tax exemption?

> No. Métis are not presently exempt from paying provincial or federal taxes. You should not attempt to use an MNO citizenship card for this purpose. If you do, you will be personally liable for any legal consequences.

(from https://www.metisnation.org/registry/citizenship/frequently-... )

The same page almost comes close to answering the question I had, which is, "what make a person Métis"? It seems to be someone who is not otherwise "aboriginal" but also not entirely not so either.