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The primary long-term focus for Abintci Mino-Ayawin is on the health care needs of young Aboriginal children ages 0 -6 and their families. Abinotci serves Aboriginal families who have children residing with them, ages 0 to 6 years, living in Winnipeg, under conditions of risk.

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Since 1995, AHSUNC has provided funding to Indigenous community-based organizations to develop and deliver programs that promote the healthy development of Indigenous preschool children. It supports the spiritual, emotional, intellectual and physical development of Indigenous children, while supporting their parents and guardians as their primary teachers. See the Social Services Section for Manitoba Locations.

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The Aboriginal Single Window is a joint undertaking of the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba and the City of Winnipeg. It enables staff in various government departments, currently working with Aboriginal issues, to co-locate in a single office. The intention of this cooperative plan is to: provide a one-stop-shop to organizations that need access to government-funded Aboriginal programs, make information about these programs easier to obtain, foster co-operation and information-sharing between various government agencies and Aboriginal organizations

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Our resource centre is always working hard to create and bring new cultural based programs to children and families in the communities we serve. Parenting programs, self improvement programs, workshop series and more to help people live a healthy and happy life.

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The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs was formed in 1988 by the Chiefs in Manitoba to advocate on issues that commonly affect First Nations in Manitoba. AMC represents 62 of the 63 First Nations in Manitoba with a total of more than 151,000 First Nation citizens in the province, accounting for approximately 12 per cent of the provincial population. AMC represents a diversity of Anishinaabe (Ojibway), Nehetho (Cree), Oji-Cree, Dene and Dakota people and traditions.

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The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs officially opened the Manitoba First Nations Family Advocate Office (FNFAO) on June 1st, 2015. Their mandate is from Manitoba Chiefs; they support the whole family; they advocate for First Nation-led solutions to address the CFS crisis in Manitoba.

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Jordan’s Principle is a child-first and needs-based principle that applies equally to all First Nations children resident on or off reserve. It ensures there is no denial or delay for First Nations children in receiving essential public services that are available to all other children by having the government department of first contact pay for the service.

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Proudly Representing Anisininew Nations – Garden Hill | Red Sucker Lake | St. Theresa Point | Wasagamack

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Arctic Co-operatives Limited is a service federation that is owned and controlled by 33 community-based Co-operative businesses that are located in Nunavut, Northwest Territories, Yukon and Saskatchewan. The Co-op System in the Arctic is a great example of Indigenous community economic development in Canada. The 33 Co-ops are independently owned and controlled Inuit, Métis and First Nations businesses. They operate retail facilities, hotels, cable operations, construction, outfitting, arts and crafts production and property rentals.

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Assiniboine College recognizes the unique history of Indigenous peoples and commits to an active role in Reconciliation. We foster a respectful and engaging learning environment for all students to grow through the sharing of knowledge, ideas, and experiences. Assiniboine believes that Indigenization is a commitment to instill Indigenous worldviews, knowledge, and perspectives from the diverse Indigenous cultures we are united with at every level of our organization. We support cultural competency and decolonization of our institution through renewed respect and appreciation of traditional ways of being and doing. Our Indigenous Affairs team offers a wide range of support and services to assist students along their post-secondary journey. We liaise with academic advisors, connect students with important community resources and provide guidance to First Nations, Métis and Inuit students from a holistic perspective to support their academic goals. We act as a resource for all students and faculty in their efforts to acquire a true understanding of Indigenous cultures and ways of knowing.

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Gambler First Nation is one of the smallest Indigenous communities in Manitoba, with a total membership of 293 of Ojibway descent, the majority are non resident. We are located approximately five miles west of the village of Binscarth and 17 miles southwest of the town of Russell. Gambler is situated along the Assiniboine Valley, with rolling hills and streams. Our Nation is blessed with breathtaking views, fresh air and a peaceful environment that brings a calmness to our members and all visitors. Our community offers a fully staffed Health Office with a .8 nurse, foot care, diabetes clinic, etc. The recreation center is equipped with a state-of-the art kitchen, It also houses offices for our Council, Social Assistant Administrator, Housing Director and our Jordan Principle program and staff. We have a brand-new Level 1 water transfer building and acts as a fill station for our members water needs. We have 34 homes many of which have received upgrades and renovations with many of the homes still to be renovated this year.

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Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is a proud Nation that is working towards building a healthy, independent, self-sustaining, evolving community, that strives to meet the needs of its citizens by making economic development and our Ojibway identity priorities in every aspect of our planning.

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Pauingassi First Nation is a gorgeous remote community although access to the community is often challenging and expensive. The winter road is open for about a month each year. Float planes can land on the lake in the spring and summer but not during freeze up and break up. There is a helicopter service to transport persons from the Little Grand Rapids Airport which is 24 kilometers away. In the winter, transportation is provided by snowmobile or by vehicles when the ice road is deemed safe for travel. This winter, the community made an airstrip so that the planes can land right on the lake in Pauingassi.

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We serve as a meeting place for anyone wanting a place to relax and have coffee during the day, Programs include: Adult Upgrading, Aboriginal Healing & Wellness, Gakina Abinoojiiyag – Youth Reconnect, Brandon Aboriginal Youth Activity Centre (BAYAC), Brandon Access/Exchange Service (B.A.E.S), Brandon Friendship Housing Authority, Brandon Bear Clan Patrol, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, Community Liaison Program, Cultural Programs, In a Good Way, Kokum’s Early Enrichment Program (KEEP), Kokum’s Early Enrichment Program 2 (KEEP 2), Little Teaching Lodge Head Start Program, Portage Aboriginal Head Start Program, Project Hope Transitional Housing, Stepping Out on Saturdays, BFC & MB Housing, Healing the Family Within , and BFC Tutor Program.

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The IPC is here to serve the heart and mind by providing culturally sensitive services to First Nation, Metis and Inuit students, and by promoting cross–cultural understanding on campus. Our centre becomes a home away from home for students. Here you will find a lounging area of couches to relax on between classes and to engage in supportive conversation with fellow students. We offer free soup for everyone to meet and have a meal together. Most importantly, we offer you a family and friendships that will last you a lifetime. We learn through gathering that even though we may lead different lives, we are the same. The IPC offers the following supports: Transition Supports, Academic Supports, Cultural/ Spiritual Supports and Personal and Social Supports.

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With a population of over 300 people, Canupawakpa Dakota Nation is located in southwestern Manitoba, Canada. Located along the #83 highway, Canupawakpa Dakota Nation has a gaming centre with VLT’s and some convenience items. The community’s Band Office is located centrally between the Health Services building and the Gaming Centre.

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Building on the interest of First Nations child and family services leaders to create a national networking organization, the First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada (the Caring Society) was developed at the Squamish First Nation in 1998 at a national meeting of First Nations child and family service agencies. Meeting delegates agreed that a national nonprofit organization was required to provide research, policy, professional development and networking to support First Nations child and family service agencies in caring for First Nations children, youth and families. An interim board was elected and the plan was approved at a second national meeting at Kingsclear First Nation in 1999. You can read more about the Caring Society and some of their programs in their entry under Foundations of Reconciliation.

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Birdtail Sioux Dakhóta Oyáte (Dakota Nation) is a modern and progressive First Nation located approximately 50 km north of Virden, Manitoba and has a population of about 500 people on approximately 7,128 acres (28.85 km2) of land. It is bordered by the Rural Municipality of Miniota and the Rural Municipality of Archie.

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Our mission is to contribute towards the development of vibrant communities for the well-being of our children and families through service to First Nations that restores family unity and their balance in life. We will always have respect for each individual and work for the preservation of our language, culture and families.

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Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada (CIRNAC) continues to renew the nation-to-nation, Inuit-Crown, government-to-government relationship between Canada and First Nations, Inuit and Métis; modernize Government of Canada structures to enable Indigenous peoples to build capacity and support their vision of self-determination and lead the Government of Canada’s work in the North.

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DOTC is responsible and obligated to provide services and programs to its member First Nations and members. While functioning primarily within the mandated area, the Tribal Council does work in partnership with other relevant entities within and outside the DOTC region as determined by DOTC Administration or directed by the DOTC Council of Chiefs.

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Doorways is a community collaboration designed to meet the needs of individuals, families and youth in Winnipeg who are experiencing chronic (homeless for 6 months or more) or episodic (homeless 3 or more times in the last year) homelessness. Doorways also provides intake and referral services for youth who are close to aging out of CFS care and have no place to live. Doorways matches people in need to the housing program or service that is right for them.

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Drag the Red started in 2014 with the goal of helping to solve cases of missing and murdered Indigenous women by searching the river, and the riverbank, for remains or other evidence.

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Ombigiaawsiwin is a traditional childcare practice program that is provided at our 545 Watt street location. Through this program, parents will have a chance to learn about indigenous teachings that can be later used within their own family. Our group always begins and ends with smudging to welcome positive energy when entering and leaving our parenting group.

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Employment – Join our Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre family and share in our vision of safe, healthy, happy and interdependent community and our mission of strengthening children, families and community…investing in our future. Volunteer – In keeping with the philosophy of the Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre, which is “We All Work Together To Help One Another,” we work alongside volunteers to empower their gifts and strengths in order to gain a sense of belonging and involvement in their own community. Training – Everyone has inherent strengths and it is our role to create opportunities to realize these strengths within our community. Our mission is grounded within this understanding and our belief in the roles we play in the care and nurturing of future generations. Become a Care Provider – Care Providers (otherwise known as Foster Parents) who are part of the Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Caring for Our Relatives Program provide culturally appropriate, safe and nurturing homes for individual and sibling groups based on a community care model.

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Family Group Conferencing (FGC) is an Indigenous-led evidence-based model that assists families involved with CFS mandated agencies become the decision makers in reunifying their families. All members of a family meet to discuss what is needed to ensure their child(ren) will be cared for and safe, supported by a FGC mentor and a broad range of Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata wrap around supports and services. FGC acknowledges that families have the capacity and expertise to address family concerns and develop their own care plans with success and accountability, provided they have adequate resources and relevant information to guide and support their decisions.

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We work cooperatively with parents, community resources, and the child welfare system to keep families together.

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Programs: Class 1 Driver Training Program, Construction Electrician Pre-Employment Program, Powerline Technician Training, Plumbing Program, FPDI Robotics Program, Heavy Equipment Operator Program, Practical Nursing Program, Child Care Program, and the Welding Program. Initiatives: Apprenticeship Support Project, Drone Project – Digital Agriculture Field Data Collection, Food Security Project, First Nations Youth Summit, Labour Market Survey Initiative, Traditional Drums for All, and the Tech for Seniors Workshop.

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A database and related links that provides access to a variety of education resources, information sheets, annotated literature reviews, reports, guides, films, booklets, studies, journal articles and presentations all related to Aboriginal children and families in Canada and similar countries.

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The story of Swan Lake First Nation begins long ago. In 1876, Chief Yellowquill and his followers settled on Swan Lake First Nation Reserve. Swan Lake First Nation is located in South Central Manitoba along junction Highway #23 and #34. SLFN people are known as Anishinabe people, meaning “original-peoples”; their native language is Saulteaux (Wikipedia, 2011). SLFN is divided into four areas: SLFN #7, which is the main reservation; #7a Carberry which consists of residential and commercial developments; #8 Indian Gardens, ¾ of which is under agricultural lease and #8a Headingley which will consist of mainly commercial developments. A recently settled Treaty Land Entitlement (TLE) with the Federal Government has enabled them to expand their land base for future developments.

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Gaagwekwekejiong. Ebb and Flow has a rich Anishinaabe culture and offers a variety of services to the members. Ebb and Flow First Nation Chief & Council currently serve a 2 year term in Leadership Office. Ebb and Flow is located approximately 270 kilometres Northwest of Winnipeg in Manitoba. Ebb and Flow has active Facebook groups for Ebb and Flow first Nation and Ebb and Flow Health with up to date information for community members.

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To create a whole of Manitoba, intersectional approach to MMIWG2S+

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The people of Keeseekoowenin Ojibway First Nations are Anishinabe / Ojibway who have lived in this land for millennia. The Keeseekoowenin Ojibway also known as the Riding Mountain Band signed Treaty #2 AUGUST 21, 1871 with the Government of Canada. 35,700 square miles in central southwestern Manitoba and a portion of southeastern Saskatchewan.

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The Katujjiluta Mandate. Nunavut is ready for transformational change and our government is confident in our collective ability to achieve it. We are determined to revitalize and realize our shared vision for our territory. We have much to do. The Katujjiluta Mandate identifies five urgent priorities to achieve meaningful improvement in the lives of Nunavummiut over the next four years and to lay the foundations for transformative change for future generations: Aging with dignity in Nunavut, Expanding the housing continuum, Enabling health and healing, Reinvesting in education; and Diversifying our local economies.

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Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) works collaboratively with partners to improve access to high quality services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. Our vision is to support and empower Indigenous peoples to independently deliver services and address the socio-economic conditions in their communities. Indigenous Services Canada covers Indian Status, Indigenous Health, Education, Social Programs, Funding Programs, Water in First Nations, First Nations Housing, First Nations community infrastructure, Governance, Community Economic Development, Emergency Management and environment and natural resources.

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Here you can find Government of Canada programs and services for First Nations, Inuit and Métis. There is also information listed to learn more about Indigenous peoples and communities.

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Representing 7 Communities in the Interlake Region. Working together to advance our collective well-being of our member Communities.

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Intertribal Child & Family Services promotes the development and well-being of children, youth and families by assisting requests for children and families that meet eligibility, to access relevant programs, resources and services offered in their communities.

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Skownan is a Cree and Ojibway name meaning “to turn around the point or turning point. Our people respect the lands and waters. We work to ensure that the land and water are clean and healthy for our children and the animals. Our people strive for higher education. We complete high school, excel at our jobs, achieve our goals, and bring meaningful employment requiring skills and education back to Skownan First Nation. Our children are educated in our traditional values, and we have the skills, knowledge and respect needed to survive on the land. Our people speak Ojibway.

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This is the listing for Island Lake First Nations Family Services on the First Nations Child & Family Caring site. The office is located in Garden Hill, Manitoba serving the communities of Garden Hill, St. Theresa Point, Red Sucker Lake, and Wasagamack.

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The mandate of KTC is to promote, advance and protect the interests of its ten member First Nations, and is intended to maintain, strengthen, enhance, lobby for and defend the rights of northern Manitoba First Nations people within its jurisdiction. KTC maintains an office in Thompson with a sub-office in Winnipeg.

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KIM supports health and wellness services for 23 First Nation communities in northern Manitoba with a focus on equitable care, addressing racism in the health care system, responsiveness to emerging needs, and filling gaps in the health care system. This is accomplished through advocacy, collaboration, and integration with the First Nation communities, and federal/ provincial partners.

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NHCN is one of the largest Indigenous communities in Manitoba with a growing population of 7,500 community members and an additional 500 community council members. NHCN has long been recognized as a progressive and vibrant community, boasting a large number of amenities as its serves as a gateway to Northern and Eastern communities of Manitoba.

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The York Factory First Nation (YFFN) Ininéwak have lived on the land that is now northeastern Manitoba for thousands of years – since the glaciers melted. During this time, we developed an intimate relationship with the land that represents an unbroken cultural thread transmitted from our ancestors to current members of the community. To be Ininéwak was, and still is, to be part of an ancient tradition that mastered and specialized in life through the most challenging environments. Through our cultural teachings & practices, our relationship to the land has supported our health and well-being since before recorded history. York Landing (Kawéchiwásik) is now home to our community, but our ancestral home at York Factory (Kischi Wáskáhikan) continues to be at the coast. We remain deeply connected to our traditional territory. At every opportunity, we return to the coast to celebrate our community, land, and culture.

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The community of Garden Hill is located on the North Shore of Island Lake. Garden Hill is located 610 kilometers northeast of Winnipeg and 350 air kilometers southeast of Thompson.

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The Manitoba MMIWG2S Coalition is a Family & Survivor Coalition demanding action and providing support and advocacy against the ongoing genocide being committed on Indigenous Women, Girls and 2S people.

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The Mathias Colomb Cree Nation is a remote northern Manitoba Cree Community, located 210 km north of the Town of The Pas and 819 km northwest of the City of Winnipeg, Manitoba, which has two reserves under its jurisdiction, IR 198 and IR No. 199. Situated beautifully in the heart of the Manitoba’s North, the community has plenty of opportunities and much to offer.

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Berens River First Nation has two reserves: Berens River 13 and Pigeon River 13A, located in the boreal forest east of Lake Winnipeg. Berens River offers many community supports and services and has a very active Facebook page. Our membership is 3,106 strong. Our primary language is Saulteaux. We administer our own Health Care, On-Reserve Social Services & Student Services. https://www.facebook.com/Berensriver

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The original members of Minegoziibe Anishinabe were of Saulteaux descent and hailed from the Ontario Lake Superior area of Sault Ste. Marie. The name “Saulteaux” is derived from the French language meaning “people of the rapids”; they are also formally recognized as Plains Ojibwe or Anishinaabe. Minegoziibe Anishinabe is a healthy, safe and progressive community, balanced and harmonious with all creation.

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The St Theresa Point reserve occupies the area located on the southwestern shore of Island Lake immediately south of the Wasagamack Reserve. Thompson is 350 air kilometers to the northwest and Winnipeg is 600 air kilometers to the southwest.

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Most programs and administration delivered with funding from Indigenous Services Canada. MCN manages reserve lands under the MCN Land Code, effective June 1, 2017. Cree people have occupied the territory for thousands of years, most recently since the retreat of the last glaciers from the area. Cree culture and language reveal the relationships between our people, our territory, and our world, and are the foundations of our nationhood.

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Providing advocacy and support to MKO First Nations children, youth and families involved in the child and family services system in Manitoba, as well as other jurisdictions.

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Opikihiwawin responds to the needs of Indigenous adoptees and foster people in all stages of their lives by providing cultural education, supports and advocacy. We believe that it is every Indigenous adoptee and foster person’s inherent right to know and experience their culture. Our cultural programs create a positive sense of identity and belonging and help adoptees and foster people build relationships in the Indigenous community.

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Over time, and with a great deal of hard work and courageous hearts, staff and financial resources have grown alongside the needs of the community, but it is always a struggle to keep up. The Women’s Centre remains committed to supporting community members where they are at, in a process that is community led, compassionate, and culturally safe. The centre houses many services and programs. Our Drop-In Centre is a safe space that welcomes all women identified people. During the pandemic the drop in has been a door service program so check with the centre on it’s current status. The Drop – In / Door Service offers basic needs like Snacks and beverages, Emergency food, baby items, and hygiene products, Access to computers, phone, and washroom, Laundry (by appointment only; $1/wash $1/dry, soap and dryer sheets provided), Seasonally appropriate shoes and clothing when available, Smudging and traditional medicines, Crisis support, Printing, photocopying, and faxing, and Resources, referrals, & advocacy. The other programs include Red Road to Healing, free counselling, a parenting program for all caregivers, the Women’s Warrior Circle , Men’s Night, Ceremonies, and the Community Oven.

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Fisher River Cree Nation is a community in which our history, language, traditions, and culture are paramount to who we are as a people. We will protect and maintain the spirit and intent of the treaties and our inherent rights. Fisher River will be a self-sustaining progressive community with a strong and accountable government. We will provide an environment where all people are healthy, safe, and respected.

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O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi First Nation consists of over 3500 hectares of land on the shore of Lake Manitoba; it is approximately 225 kilometres northwest of Winnipeg and adjacent to the settlement of Crane River. O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi First Nation has an active community Facebook page. The OCC Health Centre has it’s own Facebook page as well for local healthcare information.

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Opaskwayak Cree Nation is over 6,000 people strong, more than 1/2 of whom live on the 15,002 acres of Opaskwayak Cree Nation land. In our culture, Living the Good Life includes wellness, strong relationships and respect for all of creation. It means living in all the ways that are right with your soul. We exist to heal and strengthen our community, deepening our culture and advancing our independence, so each person can walk their own path. We see a strong, united, self-governing, self-sustaining Opaskwayak Cree Nation of Mino Pimâtisiwin, living our rich culture and beliefs, protecting our land and our language. We are on a mission to improve the lives of the Opaskwayak Ininew, every day.

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Peguis First Nation is a Treaty 1 First Nation, located in Manitoba, Canada. With a population of approximately 10,246 members of Ojibway and Cree descent, it is the largest First Nation community in Manitoba. The main community of Peguis First Nation, Peguis 1B, is located approximately 196 kilometres north of Winnipeg, MB. Peguis First Nation has a rich culture, strong traditions and a significant history within Canada. The community is named after Chief Peguis. Peguis led the band of Saultaux people from present day Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario to a settlement at Netley Creek, Manitoba, and later to St.Peter’s (present day East Selkirk, Manitoba). After an illegal land transfer in 1907, Peguis First Nation was moved to its present location at Peguis 1B. Severe flooding in Manitoba in 2011 caused serious damage to housing and infrastructure and led to people evacuating from 18 First Nations communities. Peguis First Nation was one of the First Nations affected by this flooding.

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The Cross Lake Indian Reserve consists of Reserve No. 19, 19A, 19B, 19C, 19D, and 19E. All are adjacent to each other and located approximately 190 air kilometers (118.5 miles) south of Thompson and 520 air kilometers (325 miles) north of Winnipeg along the shore of the Nelson River, where it enters into Cross Lake. According to the regional population statistics as of August 2016; the Band has an on-reserve population is 6,047 and an off-reserve population of 2,399. The total Band population is 8,446.There are individuals of non-aborginal origin, as well as a number of Metis residing on-reserve. The majority of the population is treaty status.

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Rainbow Resource Centre offers support to the 2SLGBTQ+ community in the form of counselling, education, and programming for individuals ranging from children through to 55±. It also supports families, friends, and employers of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. (204-474-0212). Rainbow Resource Centre offers the following programs: Camp Aurora – Manitoba’s only summer camp experience for 2SLGBTQ+ youth! Counselling – The Rainbow Resource Centre provides free short-term counselling (up to 8 sessions) and single-sessions to 2SLGBTQ+ individuals, Education programs, a Library in a safe affirming space, Over The Rainbow program – designed to connect, inspire, and empower 2SLGBTQ+ folks aged 55± – many of the activities of Over the Rainbow listed on the calendar are Indigenous led, and a Youth Program for ages 10-21. Rainbow Resource Centre hosts Trans ID Clinics so transgender individuals in Manitoba can updating their name or gender marker on their ID documents. They host a Trans Feminine Circle; a social group that meets twice a month and is a space exclusive for trans feminine people to connect, and to share resources and experiences. Rainbow Resource Centre also hosts a Parents Family & Friends of Trans Individuals group which meets monthly at Klinic. BLiNK is a play group for ages 12 and under with a name meant to signify that it is “not only blue and not only pink.” BLiNK is a monthly opportunity for families with gender-creative and trans kids to make friends and participate in fun activities; to be proud of themselves and accepting of each other in an affirming environment, no matter their style.

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Community based foster placements program was initiated by Southeast Child and Family Services in response to reducing the number of children from south east affiliated communities whom were in care and were being placed in Winnipeg due to the lack of placements in their own communities. This program aims to have children remain in their home communities while in care.

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The Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC) Program provides structured and caring homes for youth from the Southeast First Nations, who are currently in the care of Southeast Child and Family Services. Youth in this program are gifted and resilient, and the TFC program aims to support wellness, positive inter/intrapersonal growth and life-skill development.

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The Southern First Nation Chiefs have long been concerned with over-representation of our children in the Manitoba child welfare system, and have sought solutions to maintain control and decision-making for community members.

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The SCO Jordan’s Principle Coordinators assist First Nation children and youth (up to 18 years of age) and their families at the Health Sciences Centre Winnipeg – Children’s Hospital, the Specialized Services for Children and Youth (SSCY) Centre, the Winnipeg School Division, and the Brandon School Division to access programs, services, and supports to improve health, education and social outcomes for First Nation children.

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Southern Chiefs’ Organization represents 34 Anishinaabe and Dakota First Nation communities and more than 81,500 citizens in what is now called southern Manitoba. SCO is an independent political organization that, by following the direction of the 34 Chiefs, protects, preserves, promotes, and enhances First Nations peoples’ inherent rights, languages, customs, and traditions through the application and implementation of the spirit and intent of the Treaty-making process.

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Most southern First Nation parents are unaware of their rights when dealing with Child and Family Services (CFS). The child welfare system can be overwhelming and intimidating to navigate, and the lack of awareness of parent’s rights further compounds these issues. In order to directly address this problem, the Chiefs’ Standing Committee on Child Welfare issued a Directive to the Southern First Nation Network of Care that requires their child and family service workers to verbally inform First Nation parents of their rights when workers attend to child protection matters.

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Southern Chiefs’ Organization is now making it easier to obtain your Status Card! If your card has expired, is lost, or it’s your first Secure Certificate of Indian Satus (SCIS), we can help. Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) is authorized as a Trusted Source to act on behalf of our clients and our trained staff members can assist through the status card renewal, replacement, or 1st time process.

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Sioux Valley Dakota Nation SVDN, formerly called the Oak River Reserve, is located on the banks of the Assiniboine River in Southwestern Manitoba. The Oak River Reserve was created by an Order in Council of the Government of Canada in 1876. Sioux Valley Dakota Nation is the largest Dakota Nation in Canada with a membership of approximately 2500. SVDN is not a signatory to a Treaty.

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Over the last few years, some of our First Nations have taken over program delivery in various areas, e.g. Poplar River First Nation has taken over local control of education and run their own school; Berens River First Nation and Poplar River First Nation have taken over delivery of their own Student Services. Both Berens River and Brokenhead Ojibway Nation now deliver their own Training & Employment Programs. First Nations take over delivery of services when they feel it is beneficial to their communities. In other areas, because of economies of scale, the First Nations believe it is in their best interests to have Southeast Resource Development Council Corp. deliver the services. Each First Nation will deliver local services at their own pace and in tune with their level of development.

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Swampy Cree Tribal Council will pursue the social, economic and political well being and development of member First Nations. Swampy Cree Tribal Council (SCTC) is comprised of 8 First Nations in northwest central Manitoba with a membership of more than 19,000.

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True North Aid is dedicated to serving and supporting northern and remote Indigenous communities in Canada through practical humanitarian support. Our Stones of Support help us to define projects based on various levels of need and support. This includes self-determination, health, food, reconciliation, housing, water, education and culture.

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Waa Pina Kosiis Miiki Waahp or Snowbird Lodge strives to help families achieve Mino Pimatiziwin (a good life) by providing culturally appropriate and culturally relevant programs for children and families. Our facility uses the smudge ceremony for all programs and we offer teachings to many of the families who attend the lodge. If you would like to learn more about programming and see our calendar of events, please download our recent newsletter below.

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The Wasagamack First Nation is located on the western shore of Island Lake, about 12 kilometers to the north of St. Theresa Point, 281 kilometers southeast of Thompson, and 607 kilometers northeast of Winnipeg.

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1JustCity at West Broadway Community Services provides a safe, accepting environment with services and programs that support peoples’ physical and emotional needs. We provide a supper program, emergency food pantry, and programming focused on building healthy families — especially for those expecting babies or raising pre-schoolers. The Indigenous Cultural Program is interwoven in the programming and events at all three of 1JustCity’s spaces: West End Drop-in, West Broadway Community, and Oak Table.

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The Member First Nations of West Region Tribal Council are; Ebb & Flow First Nation; Gambler First Nation; Keeseekoowenin Ojibway First Nation; O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi First Nation; Pine Creek First Nation; Skownan First Nation; Rolling River First Nation; Tootinaowaziibeeng Treaty Reserve. The West Region Tribal Council provides advisory services to the member First Nations in the areas of: Governance, Education, Social Development, Fire Safety, Housing, the Circuit Rider Training Program, and services to the Manitoba First Nations Water and Wastewater Program for the First Nations in Manitoba.

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WRHA Indigenous Health works with Regional programs and facilities in helping identify, develop and implement culturally safe environments, practices and services. WRHA Indigenous Health also provides a range of services for staff, community members, patients and patients’ families through its Patient Services, Workforce Development and Cultural Initiatives programs.

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Opaskwayak Cree Nation is over 6,000 people strong, more than 1/2 of whom live on the 15,002 acres of Opaskwayak Cree Nation land. In our culture, Living the Good Life includes wellness, strong relationships and respect for all of creation. It means living in all the ways that are right with your soul. We exist to heal and strengthen our community, deepening our culture and advancing our independence, so each person can walk their own path. We see a strong, united, self-governing, self-sustaining Opaskwayak Cree Nation of Mino Pimâtisiwin, living our rich culture and beliefs, protecting our land and our language. We are on a mission to improve the lives of the Opaskwayak Ininew, every day.

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Since 1995, AHSUNC has provided funding to Indigenous community-based organizations to develop and deliver programs that promote the healthy development of Indigenous preschool children. It supports the spiritual, emotional, intellectual and physical development of Indigenous children, while supporting their parents and guardians as their primary teachers. See the Social Services Section for Manitoba Locations.

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The Head Start Program promotes healthy child development for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children three to five years of age.  Program components consist of parental/caregiver involvement, culture and language, nutrition, social support, health promotion, and education. The children take part in an assortment of learning activities, such as Numbers and Letters, Letters, Music, Games, Life Skills, Arts and Crafts, Gross and Fine Motor Skills, Science, Library, Drama, Computers, Social Studies and, Physical Activities.

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Poplar River First Nation is an Ojibwa First Nation in Manitoba, Canada. It is named after the Poplar River, which is the main river on which it resides. We are a remote (fly-in) community of 1400 people and the community members from Poplar River are friendly and welcoming to all visitors and guests. Poplar River has winter road access to Berens River, MB, where it connects to the all weather road. The winter road is accessible from December to March.

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Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is a proud Nation that is working towards building a healthy, independent, self-sustaining, evolving community, that strives to meet the needs of its citizens by making economic development and our Ojibway identity priorities in every aspect of our planning.

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We serve as a meeting place for anyone wanting a place to relax and have coffee during the day, Programs include: Adult Upgrading, Aboriginal Healing & Wellness, Gakina Abinoojiiyag – Youth Reconnect, Brandon Aboriginal Youth Activity Centre (BAYAC), Brandon Access/Exchange Service (B.A.E.S), Brandon Friendship Housing Authority, Brandon Bear Clan Patrol, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, Community Liaison Program, Cultural Programs, In a Good Way, Kokum’s Early Enrichment Program (KEEP), Kokum’s Early Enrichment Program 2 (KEEP 2), Little Teaching Lodge Head Start Program, Portage Aboriginal Head Start Program, Project Hope Transitional Housing, Stepping Out on Saturdays, BFC & MB Housing, Healing the Family Within , and BFC Tutor Program.

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Kookum’s Place Daycare provides CAHRD’s students with childcare services while they are attending school. The name “Kookum” means “Grandmother”, originally from the Saulteaux language. It reminds the community of our responsibility to our extended families and our need to serve the children, parents, and the community. We strive to operate by the Seven Sacred Teachings: Wisdom, Love, Honour, Courage, Honesty, Humility, and Truth. The Daycare has 2 centres: Kookum’s Place Daycare – Preschool Centre for children ages 2-6 years old and Kookum’s Place Daycare – Infant Centre for Infants ages 12 weeks – 2 years old. They each have their own location.

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Birdtail Sioux Dakhóta Oyáte (Dakota Nation) is a modern and progressive First Nation located approximately 50 km north of Virden, Manitoba and has a population of about 500 people on approximately 7,128 acres (28.85 km2) of land. It is bordered by the Rural Municipality of Miniota and the Rural Municipality of Archie.

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Chemawawin Cree Nation (CCN) is located next to Easterville, Manitoba: on the south shores of Cedar lake, approximately 440 Kilometers North of Winnipeg on highway 60. Chemawawin Cree Nation is home to a population of approximately 1200 residents. The First Nation is located with Treaty Five territory and is a distance of 440 kilometers north of Winnipeg.

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Dakota Tipi First Nation is situated approximately 2.5 miles southwest of the city of Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, roughly 80 km west of Winnipeg, on the Yellow Quill Trail and can be reached by a paved class “C” highway. The reserve consists of Parish Lot 25 and Parish Lot 24. In 1985, the Reserve also secured Parish Lots 16, 17, and 18 for a total of 371.8 acres or 150.48 hectares. Its population is 418, in which 214 on reserve, 204 off reserve. The Dakota Wicozani Tipi – Health and Wellness Centre and the Oyate Wota Dakota Tipi Food Bank both have Facebook pages/groups that can be found on the Dakota Tipi website. https://www.facebook.com/groups/373511016095251/

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Dakota Tipi also has the Takoza Awanwiciyakapi Child Care Centre, Happy Eagle Park, and DTFN Outdoor Rink Facility with lots of activities for families and youth.

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In the early 1960’s the First Nations people of the Swan River Valley began to see a need for a place of their own, where they could feel comfortable meeting to share concerns or just get together recreation-ally. By 1961 the service providers of the community were becoming aware of the need to provide native people with some assistance in taking their rightful place in the rapidly changing society. By 1963, with the support and encouragement of the larger community, the first site of the Swan River Indian & Metis Friendship Centre Association was purchased. The building was located at 711 North Street South. In May 1990, the Friendship Centre purchased an existing building and completely renovated it. On September 10, 1990, a Grand Opening Ceremony took place opening our present building, which is located at 1413 Main Street East. On June 24, 1993, the Swan River Indian and Metis Friendship Centre name was changed to Swan River Friendship Centre Inc.

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Programs: Class 1 Driver Training Program, Construction Electrician Pre-Employment Program, Powerline Technician Training, Plumbing Program, FPDI Robotics Program, Heavy Equipment Operator Program, Practical Nursing Program, Child Care Program, and the Welding Program. Initiatives: Apprenticeship Support Project, Drone Project – Digital Agriculture Field Data Collection, Food Security Project, First Nations Youth Summit, Labour Market Survey Initiative, Traditional Drums for All, and the Tech for Seniors Workshop.

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Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation exists to deliver culturally appropriate support services through respectful, accountable, transparent communication and leadership for the betterment of the community.

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The people of Keeseekoowenin Ojibway First Nations are Anishinabe / Ojibway who have lived in this land for millennia. The Keeseekoowenin Ojibway also known as the Riding Mountain Band signed Treaty #2 AUGUST 21, 1871 with the Government of Canada. 35,700 square miles in central southwestern Manitoba and a portion of southeastern Saskatchewan.

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Post-secondary funding for certificate or diploma programs up to 2 years or in the last two years of a degree program; Indigenous women, trans-gender, two-spirited and gender diverse; 15 years of age or older; Must be unemployed, under-employed or able to demonstrate an immediate risk of being unemployed. Through NWAC’s agreement with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) we are able to provide supports such as tuition, living allowance, childcare, job starts and other resources that can help Indigenous women reach their employment and skills training goals. The NWAC ISET program helps Indigenous women and gender-diverse individuals to fully participate in economic opportunities. NWAC believes that education can help Indigenous women achieve economic success. Empowered Indigenous women are the foundation for strong families and communities. Through NWAC’s agreement with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) we are able to provide supports such as tuition, living allowance, childcare, job starts and other resources that can help Indigenous women reach their employment and skills training goals.

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Financial assistance to support Inuit students pursuing postsecondary education.Eligible expenses that can be applied for include: transcript and application fees, tuition and other students fees,initial professional certification and examination fees, books and supplies, supplemental Tutoring, guidance and counseling services, living expenses including for dependents, if applicable, transportation supports when needed, expenses associated with travel home including for dependents, as applicable, child care as needed. Funding is also allocated for activities based on local needs assessments to promote students’ pursuit of post-secondary education and the attainment of a credential. These include:information technology and remote location access to allow students the opportunity to complete distance education or online courses from their home communities.

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Skownan is a Cree and Ojibway name meaning “to turn around the point or turning point. Our people respect the lands and waters. We work to ensure that the land and water are clean and healthy for our children and the animals. Our people strive for higher education. We complete high school, excel at our jobs, achieve our goals, and bring meaningful employment requiring skills and education back to Skownan First Nation. Our children are educated in our traditional values, and we have the skills, knowledge and respect needed to survive on the land. Our people speak Ojibway.

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The mandate of KTC is to promote, advance and protect the interests of its ten member First Nations, and is intended to maintain, strengthen, enhance, lobby for and defend the rights of northern Manitoba First Nations people within its jurisdiction. KTC maintains an office in Thompson with a sub-office in Winnipeg.

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NHCN is one of the largest Indigenous communities in Manitoba with a growing population of 7,500 community members and an additional 500 community council members. NHCN has long been recognized as a progressive and vibrant community, boasting a large number of amenities as its serves as a gateway to Northern and Eastern communities of Manitoba.

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The York Factory First Nation (YFFN) Ininéwak have lived on the land that is now northeastern Manitoba for thousands of years – since the glaciers melted. During this time, we developed an intimate relationship with the land that represents an unbroken cultural thread transmitted from our ancestors to current members of the community. To be Ininéwak was, and still is, to be part of an ancient tradition that mastered and specialized in life through the most challenging environments. Through our cultural teachings & practices, our relationship to the land has supported our health and well-being since before recorded history. York Landing (Kawéchiwásik) is now home to our community, but our ancestral home at York Factory (Kischi Wáskáhikan) continues to be at the coast. We remain deeply connected to our traditional territory. At every opportunity, we return to the coast to celebrate our community, land, and culture.

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Empowered Indigenous women are the foundation for strong and healthy families and communities. That is why Manitoba Moon Voices Inc. (MMVI) is proud to deliver the Indigenous Skills & Employment Training program (ISET) in Manitoba. ISET helps Indigenous women and gender diverse individuals fully participate in economic opportunities by supporting education and skills training that can help them achieve economic independence.

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Berens River First Nation has two reserves: Berens River 13 and Pigeon River 13A, located in the boreal forest east of Lake Winnipeg. Berens River offers many community supports and services and has a very active Facebook page. Our membership is 3,106 strong. Our primary language is Saulteaux. We administer our own Health Care, On-Reserve Social Services & Student Services. https://www.facebook.com/Berensriver

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Financial assistance to support Métis Nation students pursuing post-secondary education. Funding is allocated annually for direct financial support for Métis Nation post-secondary students. Eligible expenses include: transcript and application fees, tuition and other students fees, initial professional certification and examination fees, books and supplies, supplemental tutorial, guidance and counseling services, living expenses including for dependents, if applicable, transportation supports when needed, expenses associated with travel home including for dependents, as applicable, and child care as needed. Programs and services available include: academic readiness and support, wraparound services to students and their families such as; student-peer mentorship, career counselling, clinical and mental health services, Elder guidance, Knowledge-keeper, student cultural support, outreach and navigation services, cultural education and life-skills development, including fostering awareness and cultural belongings as a citizen of the historic Métis Nation, and information technology and remote locations access to allow students the opportunity to complete distance education or online courses from their home communities.

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The original members of Minegoziibe Anishinabe were of Saulteaux descent and hailed from the Ontario Lake Superior area of Sault Ste. Marie. The name “Saulteaux” is derived from the French language meaning “people of the rapids”; they are also formally recognized as Plains Ojibwe or Anishinaabe. Minegoziibe Anishinabe is a healthy, safe and progressive community, balanced and harmonious with all creation.

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Most programs and administration delivered with funding from Indigenous Services Canada. MCN manages reserve lands under the MCN Land Code, effective June 1, 2017. Cree people have occupied the territory for thousands of years, most recently since the retreat of the last glaciers from the area. Cree culture and language reveal the relationships between our people, our territory, and our world, and are the foundations of our nationhood.

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The NWAC ISET program helps Indigenous women and gender-diverse individuals fully participate in economic opportunities. NWAC believes education can help Indigenous women, girls, and gender-diverse people achieve economic success. Empowerment is the foundation for strong families and communities. Through NWAC’s agreement with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) we are able to provide financial supports such as tuition, living allowance, childcare, job starts, and other resources to help Indigenous women and gender-diverse people reach their employment and skills training goals.

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Fisher River Cree Nation is a community in which our history, language, traditions, and culture are paramount to who we are as a people. We will protect and maintain the spirit and intent of the treaties and our inherent rights. Fisher River will be a self-sustaining progressive community with a strong and accountable government. We will provide an environment where all people are healthy, safe, and respected.

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Opaskwayak Cree Nation is over 6,000 people strong, more than 1/2 of whom live on the 15,002 acres of Opaskwayak Cree Nation land. In our culture, Living the Good Life includes wellness, strong relationships and respect for all of creation. It means living in all the ways that are right with your soul. We exist to heal and strengthen our community, deepening our culture and advancing our independence, so each person can walk their own path. We see a strong, united, self-governing, self-sustaining Opaskwayak Cree Nation of Mino Pimâtisiwin, living our rich culture and beliefs, protecting our land and our language. We are on a mission to improve the lives of the Opaskwayak Ininew, every day.

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R.B. Russell is a vocational high school. The school offers 10 Vocational Programs: Level One Apprenticeship Standing – Culinary Arts, Building Construction, Hairstyling Sr. Years Technology High School Diploma Mature Student Diploma Pre-Industry Training Program Indigenous Leadership Development Institute Construction Program Active Parent/Community Council World Of Work Centre. Cross curricular unit and lesson plan development/ delivery between academic and vocational programs is a priority. Students develop electronic online academic & vocational learning portfolios for self assessment and ongoing learning. Students learn about and plan for the future in regards to work and post-secondary opportunities, including the High School Apprenticeship Program. Aboriginal perspectives are integrated into academic and vocational curricula to strengthen student learning outcomes. Respect/Belonging/Responsibility are the foundation words on which we build our school community. We have an active student voice (council) to build leadership capacity within the student body. Technology is a resource embedded in current curriculum and assessment practices. New technology supports instructional strategies. R.B. Russell has a student group called the Rainbow Eagle Feather; R. B. Russell’s Gay-Straight Alliance.

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Rossbrook House is open 365 days of the year, 24 hours on weekends and any school holidays for ages 6 to 24 The building closes at 12:00 midnight on school days.

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Sapotaweyak Cree Nation is located in beautiful West-Central Manitoba, just under 600 km north-west of Winnipeg along the south/southeast shore of Lake Winnipegosis. Settlement is primarily centered on either side of Shoal River and extends approximately 5 kilometers northeast along Lake Winnipegosis to a point known as Nee-ack or Beardy’s Point and adjacent to the Metis community of Pelican Rapids located just to the west. Sapotaweyak Cree Nation has a population of approximately 1,000 people on-reserve, total population of 2206. In addition to the new school, the community has several organizations in operation including the SCN Band Office, SCN Health Centre, Northern Convenience Store & Gas Bar, Bertha Gott Daycare Centre, SCN Arena Complex, SCN Community Centre, SCN Loonie Bin, and the 96.9 FM Radio Station broadcasting both NCI-FM and daily local programming. The community also has many small home based businesses that sell beadwork, sweetgrass braids and traditional moccasins.

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Sioux Valley Dakota Nation SVDN, formerly called the Oak River Reserve, is located on the banks of the Assiniboine River in Southwestern Manitoba. The Oak River Reserve was created by an Order in Council of the Government of Canada in 1876. Sioux Valley Dakota Nation is the largest Dakota Nation in Canada with a membership of approximately 2500. SVDN is not a signatory to a Treaty.

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Tataskweyak First Nation is located in the community of Split Lake, Manitoba. It is located 169 kilometers (105 miles) west of Gillam, Manitoba and 143 kilometers (89 miles) west of Thompson, Manitoba on Provincial Road 280 in Manitoba’s far north. It is considered the half-way point on the dangerous winter drive on MB 280.

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At Urban Circle, our goal is to provide culturally appropriate education and training to First Nations, Metis, and Inuit women and men in Winnipeg. Since 1991, we have offered certified programming that connects to both our cultural teachings and labour-market demands. At our Centre, students are provided with a sense of belonging and community, and we are committed to enriching the quality of their educational experience by providing them with opportunities for personal growth and success.

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Hollow Water first Nation is approximately 190 kilometres north of Winnipeg and within the Precambrian shield region of Manitoba.

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Since 1995, AHSUNC has provided funding to Indigenous community-based organizations to develop and deliver programs that promote the healthy development of Indigenous preschool children. It supports the spiritual, emotional, intellectual and physical development of Indigenous children, while supporting their parents and guardians as their primary teachers. See the Social Services Section for Manitoba Locations.

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The Head Start Program promotes healthy child development for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children three to five years of age.  Program components consist of parental/caregiver involvement, culture and language, nutrition, social support, health promotion, and education. The children take part in an assortment of learning activities, such as Numbers and Letters, Letters, Music, Games, Life Skills, Arts and Crafts, Gross and Fine Motor Skills, Science, Library, Drama, Computers, Social Studies and, Physical Activities.

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Lake Manitoba First Nation is nestled along theshores of Lake Manitoba and is a 2 hour drive (160kms) north of Winnipeg on Highway 6.

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Gambler First Nation is one of the smallest Indigenous communities in Manitoba, with a total membership of 293 of Ojibway descent, the majority are non resident. We are located approximately five miles west of the village of Binscarth and 17 miles southwest of the town of Russell. Gambler is situated along the Assiniboine Valley, with rolling hills and streams. Our Nation is blessed with breathtaking views, fresh air and a peaceful environment that brings a calmness to our members and all visitors. Our community offers a fully staffed Health Office with a .8 nurse, foot care, diabetes clinic, etc. The recreation center is equipped with a state-of-the art kitchen, It also houses offices for our Council, Social Assistant Administrator, Housing Director and our Jordan Principle program and staff. We have a brand-new Level 1 water transfer building and acts as a fill station for our members water needs. We have 34 homes many of which have received upgrades and renovations with many of the homes still to be renovated this year.

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Poplar River First Nation is an Ojibwa First Nation in Manitoba, Canada. It is named after the Poplar River, which is the main river on which it resides. We are a remote (fly-in) community of 1400 people and the community members from Poplar River are friendly and welcoming to all visitors and guests. Poplar River has winter road access to Berens River, MB, where it connects to the all weather road. The winter road is accessible from December to March.

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Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is a proud Nation that is working towards building a healthy, independent, self-sustaining, evolving community, that strives to meet the needs of its citizens by making economic development and our Ojibway identity priorities in every aspect of our planning.

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Pauingassi First Nation is a gorgeous remote community although access to the community is often challenging and expensive. The winter road is open for about a month each year. Float planes can land on the lake in the spring and summer but not during freeze up and break up. There is a helicopter service to transport persons from the Little Grand Rapids Airport which is 24 kilometers away. In the winter, transportation is provided by snowmobile or by vehicles when the ice road is deemed safe for travel. This winter, the community made an airstrip so that the planes can land right on the lake in Pauingassi.

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The Pinaymootang First Nation is situated 240 kilometers northwest of Winnipeg and about 40 kilometers north of Ashern. It is signatory to Treaty 2, signed on August 21, 1871. The reserve is designated as I.R. no. 50 with an area of 11,315 acres. The native language is Ojibway. The population is at 2812; on-reserve 1233 and off-reserve of 1579. Approximately 50% of the on-reserve population is under 20 years of age. Severe flooding in Manitoba in 2011 caused serious damage to housing and infrastructure and led to people evacuating from 18 First Nations communities. Pinaymootang First Nation was one of the First Nations affected by this flooding.

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We serve as a meeting place for anyone wanting a place to relax and have coffee during the day, Programs include: Adult Upgrading, Aboriginal Healing & Wellness, Gakina Abinoojiiyag – Youth Reconnect, Brandon Aboriginal Youth Activity Centre (BAYAC), Brandon Access/Exchange Service (B.A.E.S), Brandon Friendship Housing Authority, Brandon Bear Clan Patrol, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, Community Liaison Program, Cultural Programs, In a Good Way, Kokum’s Early Enrichment Program (KEEP), Kokum’s Early Enrichment Program 2 (KEEP 2), Little Teaching Lodge Head Start Program, Portage Aboriginal Head Start Program, Project Hope Transitional Housing, Stepping Out on Saturdays, BFC & MB Housing, Healing the Family Within , and BFC Tutor Program.

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Bunibonibee Cree Nation (Oxford House) is located along the eastern shoreline of Oxford Lake at the mouth of the Hayes River and is approximately 950 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg. The reserve is located on a ridge of land between Oxford Lake to the west and Back Lake to the east. The First Nation has an outstanding treaty land entitlement. The First Nation is signatory to the 1909 adhesion to Treaty 5. First settled in 1798 as a Hudson’s Bay trading post, it now hosts a new school, churches and seniors home.

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With a population of over 300 people, Canupawakpa Dakota Nation is located in southwestern Manitoba, Canada. Located along the #83 highway, Canupawakpa Dakota Nation has a gaming centre with VLT’s and some convenience items. The community’s Band Office is located centrally between the Health Services building and the Gaming Centre.

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Birdtail Sioux Dakhóta Oyáte (Dakota Nation) is a modern and progressive First Nation located approximately 50 km north of Virden, Manitoba and has a population of about 500 people on approximately 7,128 acres (28.85 km2) of land. It is bordered by the Rural Municipality of Miniota and the Rural Municipality of Archie.

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Chemawawin Cree Nation (CCN) is located next to Easterville, Manitoba: on the south shores of Cedar lake, approximately 440 Kilometers North of Winnipeg on highway 60. Chemawawin Cree Nation is home to a population of approximately 1200 residents. The First Nation is located with Treaty Five territory and is a distance of 440 kilometers north of Winnipeg.

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The Northlands Denesuline First Nation is a first nation located at Lac Brochet, in the northwestern part of Manitoba. Lac Brochet is a Dene community (reserve) in Manitoba, Canada. The community has a population of 629. The median age is just under 20 years old. It is near the Northlands Denesuline. There are no roads connecting Lac Brochet with other parts of Manitoba.

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Dakota Plains Wahpeton First Nation is located in South Central Manitoba, 20 miles south west of Portage La Prairie. Dakota Plains has no official councils. Instead, the community are considered unofficial council members. Any meetings held are open to the community members and are welcome to sit in.

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Dakota Tipi First Nation is situated approximately 2.5 miles southwest of the city of Portage La Prairie, Manitoba, roughly 80 km west of Winnipeg, on the Yellow Quill Trail and can be reached by a paved class “C” highway. The reserve consists of Parish Lot 25 and Parish Lot 24. In 1985, the Reserve also secured Parish Lots 16, 17, and 18 for a total of 371.8 acres or 150.48 hectares. Its population is 418, in which 214 on reserve, 204 off reserve. The Dakota Wicozani Tipi – Health and Wellness Centre and the Oyate Wota Dakota Tipi Food Bank both have Facebook pages/groups that can be found on the Dakota Tipi website. https://www.facebook.com/groups/373511016095251/

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Dakota Tipi also has the Takoza Awanwiciyakapi Child Care Centre, Happy Eagle Park, and DTFN Outdoor Rink Facility with lots of activities for families and youth.

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The Rolling River First Nation is a First Nations community in Manitoba, located south of Riding Mountain National Park. About half of the members are residents on its reserves, which are located south and east of Erickson, Manitoba.

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The Tootinaowaziibeeng Treaty Reserve is a First Nation located 35 km east of Roblin, Manitoba, 74 km west of Dauphin, Manitoba, and approximately 5 km north of PTH #5

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The story of Swan Lake First Nation begins long ago. In 1876, Chief Yellowquill and his followers settled on Swan Lake First Nation Reserve. Swan Lake First Nation is located in South Central Manitoba along junction Highway #23 and #34. SLFN people are known as Anishinabe people, meaning “original-peoples”; their native language is Saulteaux (Wikipedia, 2011). SLFN is divided into four areas: SLFN #7, which is the main reservation; #7a Carberry which consists of residential and commercial developments; #8 Indian Gardens, ¾ of which is under agricultural lease and #8a Headingley which will consist of mainly commercial developments. A recently settled Treaty Land Entitlement (TLE) with the Federal Government has enabled them to expand their land base for future developments.

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A signatory to Treaty One, Long Plain First Nation is a proud Ojibway and Dakota community in the central plains region of Manitoba, situated on a land base of 10,800 acres. Long Plain is comprised of a main reserve and urban economic zones, situated along the city limits of Portage la Prairie, and in the city of Winnipeg, resulting from treaty land entitlement under a 2011 settlement.

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Gaagwekwekejiong. Ebb and Flow has a rich Anishinaabe culture and offers a variety of services to the members. Ebb and Flow First Nation Chief & Council currently serve a 2 year term in Leadership Office. Ebb and Flow is located approximately 270 kilometres Northwest of Winnipeg in Manitoba. Ebb and Flow has active Facebook groups for Ebb and Flow first Nation and Ebb and Flow Health with up to date information for community members.

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This Ojibway Kasba Reservation community known as Little Saskatchewan (Sas-ka-chew-wa-niiz in Anishinabe), is located between Lakes Manitoba and Winnipeg, in Manitoba. Their population is 288 according to 2016’s census. It decreased from 2011’s population of 399, to 288 in a 5 year period. What caused this population decline was 2011’s floods. They have 97 dwellings with 72 lived in. Average household size is 4.1 persons per household. Ojibway is spoken by about 75 people at Little Saskatchewan First Nation. Severe flooding in Manitoba in 2011 caused serious damage to housing and infrastructure and led to people evacuating from 18 First Nations communities. Little Saskatchewan First Nation was one of the First Nations affected by this flooding.

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Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation exists to deliver culturally appropriate support services through respectful, accountable, transparent communication and leadership for the betterment of the community.

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The people of Keeseekoowenin Ojibway First Nations are Anishinabe / Ojibway who have lived in this land for millennia. The Keeseekoowenin Ojibway also known as the Riding Mountain Band signed Treaty #2 AUGUST 21, 1871 with the Government of Canada. 35,700 square miles in central southwestern Manitoba and a portion of southeastern Saskatchewan.

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Representing 7 Communities in the Interlake Region. Working together to advance our collective well-being of our member Communities.

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Skownan is a Cree and Ojibway name meaning “to turn around the point or turning point. Our people respect the lands and waters. We work to ensure that the land and water are clean and healthy for our children and the animals. Our people strive for higher education. We complete high school, excel at our jobs, achieve our goals, and bring meaningful employment requiring skills and education back to Skownan First Nation. Our children are educated in our traditional values, and we have the skills, knowledge and respect needed to survive on the land. Our people speak Ojibway.

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The mandate of KTC is to promote, advance and protect the interests of its ten member First Nations, and is intended to maintain, strengthen, enhance, lobby for and defend the rights of northern Manitoba First Nations people within its jurisdiction. KTC maintains an office in Thompson with a sub-office in Winnipeg.

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The Kinonjeoshtegon First Nation is a band of Chippewa Indigenous Peoples in the Interlake Region of Manitoba. The Reserves associated with this band are Jackhead 43 and Jackhead 43A.

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NHCN is one of the largest Indigenous communities in Manitoba with a growing population of 7,500 community members and an additional 500 community council members. NHCN has long been recognized as a progressive and vibrant community, boasting a large number of amenities as its serves as a gateway to Northern and Eastern communities of Manitoba.

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The York Factory First Nation (YFFN) Ininéwak have lived on the land that is now northeastern Manitoba for thousands of years – since the glaciers melted. During this time, we developed an intimate relationship with the land that represents an unbroken cultural thread transmitted from our ancestors to current members of the community. To be Ininéwak was, and still is, to be part of an ancient tradition that mastered and specialized in life through the most challenging environments. Through our cultural teachings & practices, our relationship to the land has supported our health and well-being since before recorded history. York Landing (Kawéchiwásik) is now home to our community, but our ancestral home at York Factory (Kischi Wáskáhikan) continues to be at the coast. We remain deeply connected to our traditional territory. At every opportunity, we return to the coast to celebrate our community, land, and culture.

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Shamattawa is a community in Northern Manitoba, Canada and the location of the Shamattawa First Nation[1] (55°51′30″N 92°05′46″W). It is located on the banks of the Gods River where the Echoing River joins as a right tributary. Shamattawa is a remote, isolated community, only connected to the rest of the province by winter and ice roads. Winter roads also extend east of the community towards Fort Severn, Ontario, and Peawanuck, Ontario. It can also be reached via Shamattawa Airport.

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The Barren Lands First Nation inhabits the Brochet Reserve No. 197, situated on the northern shore of Reindeer Lake. The community is 928 kilometres north of Winnipeg and 19 kilometres east of the Saskatchewan border. The First Nation is signatory to Treaty 10 signed in 1906. Part of the Barren Lands First Nation separated to become the Northlands First Nation which relocated to Lac Brochet, 70 kilometres north of Brochet I.R. No. 197. The native languages spoken are Cree and Dene.

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The community of Garden Hill is located on the North Shore of Island Lake. Garden Hill is located 610 kilometers northeast of Winnipeg and 350 air kilometers southeast of Thompson.

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Black River is located 138 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg and approximately 36 kilometres north of the community of Powerview/Pinefalls, Manitoba. The population of the First Nation is 980 and the primary language used is Ojibwe. The Community has a window plant, water treatment facility, truss plant, health centre, Head Start Program and a general store/gas bar. The Majority of homes are single detached and located within a one-mile radius of the government offices and schools. The community is accessible year round by a paved road, which intersects PTH 304 (6.4 km to the east).

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Fox Lake Cree Nation is located 750 kilometres (1200kms by road) North East of Winnipeg, Manitoba. There are approximately 1300 members, of which approximately 200 live on the Fox Lake reserve land in Bird, as well as on a small piece of reserve land in Gillam. Approximately 1000 members live off reserve, including about 300 in the Town of Gillam, with the remaining living primarily in Winnipeg, Thompson, and Churchill, Manitoba.

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God’s Lake Narrows is located 1037 kilometres Northeast of Winnipeg. The reserve is signatory to the 1909 adhesion Treaty No.5. The First Nation has two communities: the reserve side and the Metis side and the main dialect spoken is Cree and English. God’s Narrows First Nation Administration consists of one Chief and six Council members who are elected through Band custom.

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The community of God’s River was originally part of the God’s Lake First Nation. It was in the mid 1940’s that people moved from the God’s Lake Narrows to form the community of God’s River. Manto Sipi Cree Nation is a signatory to the Adhesion of Treaty 5, which was signed in 1909. The God’s River First Nation is located 585 air kilometers northeast of Winnipeg. The community is located at the mouth of the God’s River along the north shoreline of God’s Lake.

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Marcel Colomb First Nation (Black Sturgeon) is located on Hughes Lake, near Lynn Lake and is part of the Swampy Cree Tribal Council.

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The Mathias Colomb Cree Nation is a remote northern Manitoba Cree Community, located 210 km north of the Town of The Pas and 819 km northwest of the City of Winnipeg, Manitoba, which has two reserves under its jurisdiction, IR 198 and IR No. 199. Situated beautifully in the heart of the Manitoba’s North, the community has plenty of opportunities and much to offer.

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Berens River First Nation has two reserves: Berens River 13 and Pigeon River 13A, located in the boreal forest east of Lake Winnipeg. Berens River offers many community supports and services and has a very active Facebook page. Our membership is 3,106 strong. Our primary language is Saulteaux. We administer our own Health Care, On-Reserve Social Services & Student Services. https://www.facebook.com/Berensriver

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The original members of Minegoziibe Anishinabe were of Saulteaux descent and hailed from the Ontario Lake Superior area of Sault Ste. Marie. The name “Saulteaux” is derived from the French language meaning “people of the rapids”; they are also formally recognized as Plains Ojibwe or Anishinaabe. Minegoziibe Anishinabe is a healthy, safe and progressive community, balanced and harmonious with all creation.

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The St Theresa Point reserve occupies the area located on the southwestern shore of Island Lake immediately south of the Wasagamack Reserve. Thompson is 350 air kilometers to the northwest and Winnipeg is 600 air kilometers to the southwest.

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Our vision is to be a safe, healthy, prosperous, successful and united community where individuals can realize their aspirations and goals while honoring our beliefs, language, values and traditions.

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Most programs and administration delivered with funding from Indigenous Services Canada. MCN manages reserve lands under the MCN Land Code, effective June 1, 2017. Cree people have occupied the territory for thousands of years, most recently since the retreat of the last glaciers from the area. Cree culture and language reveal the relationships between our people, our territory, and our world, and are the foundations of our nationhood.

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Bloodvein First Nation is 210 kilometres north of Winnipeg on the east shore of Lake Winnipeg, directly north of the Bloodvein River. The community is situated along three kilometres of shoreline at the mouth of the river. There is a 3,000 foot gravel airstrip maintained in the community. A ferry/ barge service (39 passenger vehicle) is operated by the Marine Division of the Department of Highways. The ferry/ barge is used during the summer months.

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Red Sucker Lake Reserve No. 1976 is located on a peninsula on the northeast shore of Red Sucker Lake close to the Ontario border, approximately 709 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg.

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War Lake First Nation is located at Ilford, Manitoba. Ilford is located along the Bay line, now owned and operated by OmniTrax, 144 air km northeast of Thompson, 416 km northeast by rail from The Pas and 688 air km north of Winnipeg.

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Mosakahiken Cree Nation (MCN) is located at Moose Lake, Manitoba, approximately 700 Kilometers North of Winnipeg.

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Buffalo Point First Nation is located on the shores of beautiful Lake of the Woods, in the southeastern corner of Manitoba. It is situated right on the Canada and United States international boundary across from Warroad, Minnesota. The Buffalo Point First Nation members live and abide by their own hereditary system of government. In the heart of Buffalo Point community is the unmistakable tipi shape of the Cultural Centre with the traditional thunderbirds gracing the entrance.

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Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation is a vibrant and thriving First Nation based in Nelson House, Manitoba, about 800 kilometres north of Winnipeg and 80 kilometres west of Thompson. We’re focused on providing education and opportunities that can help assure a positive tomorrow for our youth, our families and our Elders.

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O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation of South Indian Lake, became an independent First Nation in 2005,
after years of being amalgamated with Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation.

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Located 225 kilometres northwest of Winnipeg, this Ojibway Kasba Reservation community was located along shores of Lake St. Martin, in Manitoba. That was until May 2011, when a massive flood hit Manitoba. Our community was flooded & destroyed from the diverted Assiniboine River to Lake St. Martin to prevent flooding to Winnipeg. There was extensive damage to housing and infrastructure in 2011. All housing and infrastructure needed replacement. To prevent future flooding, the entire community has been rebuilt in a new location at a higher elevation.

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Fisher River Cree Nation is a community in which our history, language, traditions, and culture are paramount to who we are as a people. We will protect and maintain the spirit and intent of the treaties and our inherent rights. Fisher River will be a self-sustaining progressive community with a strong and accountable government. We will provide an environment where all people are healthy, safe, and respected.

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O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi First Nation consists of over 3500 hectares of land on the shore of Lake Manitoba; it is approximately 225 kilometres northwest of Winnipeg and adjacent to the settlement of Crane River. O-Chi-Chak-Ko-Sipi First Nation has an active community Facebook page. The OCC Health Centre has it’s own Facebook page as well for local healthcare information.

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Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation is a rural community located approximately one hour south of Winnipeg, Manitoba. Roseau River Anishinabe First Nation has three physical reserves. Roseau River No. 2 is the main reserve located 98 kilometers south of the city of Winnipeg. Roseau Rapids No. 2A is considerably geographically smaller. It is located off Highway 218 north (80 kilometers south of Winnipeg). Roseau River No. 2B, even smaller, is located at the junctions of Highways 6 & 236 and the Perimeter Highway on the northwest side of Winnipeg, Manitoba.

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Opaskwayak Cree Nation is over 6,000 people strong, more than 1/2 of whom live on the 15,002 acres of Opaskwayak Cree Nation land. In our culture, Living the Good Life includes wellness, strong relationships and respect for all of creation. It means living in all the ways that are right with your soul. We exist to heal and strengthen our community, deepening our culture and advancing our independence, so each person can walk their own path. We see a strong, united, self-governing, self-sustaining Opaskwayak Cree Nation of Mino Pimâtisiwin, living our rich culture and beliefs, protecting our land and our language. We are on a mission to improve the lives of the Opaskwayak Ininew, every day.

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Peguis First Nation is a Treaty 1 First Nation, located in Manitoba, Canada. With a population of approximately 10,246 members of Ojibway and Cree descent, it is the largest First Nation community in Manitoba. The main community of Peguis First Nation, Peguis 1B, is located approximately 196 kilometres north of Winnipeg, MB. Peguis First Nation has a rich culture, strong traditions and a significant history within Canada. The community is named after Chief Peguis. Peguis led the band of Saultaux people from present day Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario to a settlement at Netley Creek, Manitoba, and later to St.Peter’s (present day East Selkirk, Manitoba). After an illegal land transfer in 1907, Peguis First Nation was moved to its present location at Peguis 1B. Severe flooding in Manitoba in 2011 caused serious damage to housing and infrastructure and led to people evacuating from 18 First Nations communities. Peguis First Nation was one of the First Nations affected by this flooding.

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The Cross Lake Indian Reserve consists of Reserve No. 19, 19A, 19B, 19C, 19D, and 19E. All are adjacent to each other and located approximately 190 air kilometers (118.5 miles) south of Thompson and 520 air kilometers (325 miles) north of Winnipeg along the shore of the Nelson River, where it enters into Cross Lake. According to the regional population statistics as of August 2016; the Band has an on-reserve population is 6,047 and an off-reserve population of 2,399. The total Band population is 8,446.There are individuals of non-aborginal origin, as well as a number of Metis residing on-reserve. The majority of the population is treaty status.

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Sapotaweyak Cree Nation is located in beautiful West-Central Manitoba, just under 600 km north-west of Winnipeg along the south/southeast shore of Lake Winnipegosis. Settlement is primarily centered on either side of Shoal River and extends approximately 5 kilometers northeast along Lake Winnipegosis to a point known as Nee-ack or Beardy’s Point and adjacent to the Metis community of Pelican Rapids located just to the west. Sapotaweyak Cree Nation has a population of approximately 1,000 people on-reserve, total population of 2206. In addition to the new school, the community has several organizations in operation including the SCN Band Office, SCN Health Centre, Northern Convenience Store & Gas Bar, Bertha Gott Daycare Centre, SCN Arena Complex, SCN Community Centre, SCN Loonie Bin, and the 96.9 FM Radio Station broadcasting both NCI-FM and daily local programming. The community also has many small home based businesses that sell beadwork, sweetgrass braids and traditional moccasins.

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Sioux Valley Dakota Nation SVDN, formerly called the Oak River Reserve, is located on the banks of the Assiniboine River in Southwestern Manitoba. The Oak River Reserve was created by an Order in Council of the Government of Canada in 1876. Sioux Valley Dakota Nation is the largest Dakota Nation in Canada with a membership of approximately 2500. SVDN is not a signatory to a Treaty.

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Over the last few years, some of our First Nations have taken over program delivery in various areas, e.g. Poplar River First Nation has taken over local control of education and run their own school; Berens River First Nation and Poplar River First Nation have taken over delivery of their own Student Services. Both Berens River and Brokenhead Ojibway Nation now deliver their own Training & Employment Programs. First Nations take over delivery of services when they feel it is beneficial to their communities. In other areas, because of economies of scale, the First Nations believe it is in their best interests to have Southeast Resource Development Council Corp. deliver the services. Each First Nation will deliver local services at their own pace and in tune with their level of development.

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Tataskweyak First Nation is located in the community of Split Lake, Manitoba. It is located 169 kilometers (105 miles) west of Gillam, Manitoba and 143 kilometers (89 miles) west of Thompson, Manitoba on Provincial Road 280 in Manitoba’s far north. It is considered the half-way point on the dangerous winter drive on MB 280.

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The Sayisi Dene, (People of the East), a Dene First Nation in northern Manitoba. They are members of the “Sayisi Dene First Nation (Tadoule Lake, Manitoba)”.

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Hollow Water first Nation is approximately 190 kilometres north of Winnipeg and within the Precambrian shield region of Manitoba.

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The Wasagamack First Nation is located on the western shore of Island Lake, about 12 kilometers to the north of St. Theresa Point, 281 kilometers southeast of Thompson, and 607 kilometers northeast of Winnipeg.

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Waywayseecappo First Nation is proximate to the town of Russell and the Rural Municipality of Rossburn and, it is approximately 344 kilometres northwest of the City of Winnipeg. Waywayseecappo First Nation is conveniently located on Highway 45 just 20 miles east of Russell and just a few miles from the south-western corner of Riding Mountain National Park. As of March 31, 2013, the total population is 2568 persons of which 1500 persons reside on the reserve. The community language is Anishinaabemowin.

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Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation (WSFN) is located Northeast of Birch River, Manitoba along the western shores of Swan Lake, approximately 554 Kilometers Northwest of Winnipeg.

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Sagkeeng is comprised of Anicinabe people who have resided at or near the Fort Alexander Indian Reserve #3 located along the Winnipeg River and Traverse Bay, since time immemorial. The ancestors of the Anicinabe people of Sagkeeng signed Treaty 1 in 1871. The Fort Alexander Indian Reserve of approximately 21,674 acres was surveyed in 1874 and has a current band membership of 7,637 people with approximately 3,352 living on reserve.

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Dauphin River First Nation is an Ojibway First Nation band government in Manitoba, Canada. Its landbase is the Dauphin River First Nation Reserve 48A, located at the outlet of the Dauphin River into Lake Winnipeg. Severe flooding in Manitoba in 2011 caused serious damage to housing and infrastructure and led to people evacuating from 18 First Nations communities. Dauphin River First Nation was one of the First Nations affected by this flooding.

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The primary long-term focus for Abintci Mino-Ayawin is on the health care needs of young Aboriginal children ages 0 -6 and their families. Abinotci serves Aboriginal families who have children residing with them, ages 0 to 6 years, living in Winnipeg, under conditions of risk.

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Since 1995, AHSUNC has provided funding to Indigenous community-based organizations to develop and deliver programs that promote the healthy development of Indigenous preschool children. It supports the spiritual, emotional, intellectual and physical development of Indigenous children, while supporting their parents and guardians as their primary teachers. See the Social Services Section for Manitoba Locations.

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The Head Start Program promotes healthy child development for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children three to five years of age.  Program components consist of parental/caregiver involvement, culture and language, nutrition, social support, health promotion, and education. The children take part in an assortment of learning activities, such as Numbers and Letters, Letters, Music, Games, Life Skills, Arts and Crafts, Gross and Fine Motor Skills, Science, Library, Drama, Computers, Social Studies and, Physical Activities.

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To ensure the successful integration of an Indigenous workforce, its critical to gain a proper understanding of our cultural nuances. Indigenous Engagement starts with a solid foundation upon which to cultivate and nourish a team based on understanding and acceptance. Without a holistic approach, you will miss a key piece of the puzzle.

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Poplar River First Nation is an Ojibwa First Nation in Manitoba, Canada. It is named after the Poplar River, which is the main river on which it resides. We are a remote (fly-in) community of 1400 people and the community members from Poplar River are friendly and welcoming to all visitors and guests. Poplar River has winter road access to Berens River, MB, where it connects to the all weather road. The winter road is accessible from December to March.

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Brokenhead Ojibway Nation is a proud Nation that is working towards building a healthy, independent, self-sustaining, evolving community, that strives to meet the needs of its citizens by making economic development and our Ojibway identity priorities in every aspect of our planning.

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We serve as a meeting place for anyone wanting a place to relax and have coffee during the day, Programs include: Adult Upgrading, Aboriginal Healing & Wellness, Gakina Abinoojiiyag – Youth Reconnect, Brandon Aboriginal Youth Activity Centre (BAYAC), Brandon Access/Exchange Service (B.A.E.S), Brandon Friendship Housing Authority, Brandon Bear Clan Patrol, Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program, Community Liaison Program, Cultural Programs, In a Good Way, Kokum’s Early Enrichment Program (KEEP), Kokum’s Early Enrichment Program 2 (KEEP 2), Little Teaching Lodge Head Start Program, Portage Aboriginal Head Start Program, Project Hope Transitional Housing, Stepping Out on Saturdays, BFC & MB Housing, Healing the Family Within , and BFC Tutor Program.

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Our mission is to contribute towards the development of vibrant communities for the well-being of our children and families through service to First Nations that restores family unity and their balance in life. We will always have respect for each individual and work for the preservation of our language, culture and families.

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Ombigiaawsiwin is a traditional childcare practice program that is provided at our 545 Watt street location. Through this program, parents will have a chance to learn about indigenous teachings that can be later used within their own family. Our group always begins and ends with smudging to welcome positive energy when entering and leaving our parenting group.

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Employment – Join our Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre family and share in our vision of safe, healthy, happy and interdependent community and our mission of strengthening children, families and community…investing in our future. Volunteer – In keeping with the philosophy of the Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre, which is “We All Work Together To Help One Another,” we work alongside volunteers to empower their gifts and strengths in order to gain a sense of belonging and involvement in their own community. Training – Everyone has inherent strengths and it is our role to create opportunities to realize these strengths within our community. Our mission is grounded within this understanding and our belief in the roles we play in the care and nurturing of future generations. Become a Care Provider – Care Providers (otherwise known as Foster Parents) who are part of the Ma Mawi Wi Chi Itata Centre Caring for Our Relatives Program provide culturally appropriate, safe and nurturing homes for individual and sibling groups based on a community care model.

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Gaagwekwekejiong. Ebb and Flow has a rich Anishinaabe culture and offers a variety of services to the members. Ebb and Flow First Nation Chief & Council currently serve a 2 year term in Leadership Office. Ebb and Flow is located approximately 270 kilometres Northwest of Winnipeg in Manitoba. Ebb and Flow has active Facebook groups for Ebb and Flow first Nation and Ebb and Flow Health with up to date information for community members.

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