Manitoba Aboriginal Language Strategy Group Set to Renew Agreement

News Release from Manitoba Aboriginal Language Strategy Group:

The Manitoba Aboriginal Languages Strategy (MALS) Partnership Agreement is set to be renewed by four lead organizations, including; Manitoba Education – The Indigenous Inclusion Directorate (IID), Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre (MFNERC), University College of the North (UCN), and the Indigenous Languages of Manitoba (ILM). The signing ceremony took place on October 7, 2021.

The Passing of Chief Orville Smoke

It is with great sadness that MFNERC management and staff send condolences to the family and community of Itancan (Chief) Orville Smoke of Dakota Plains Wahpeton Oyate. Chief Smoke was a highly respected leader who dedicated his life for the self-determination and autonomy for the people of Dakota Plains Wahpeton Oyate. Having served his community with passion and resilience for over twenty-seven years, Itancan Orville Smoke will be deeply missed by all.

Wahbanang: The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for our Survival Launch

Please join us over on our Facebook page Thursday, October 7th, 2021, 10 AM CST to celebrate the virtual book launch of Wahbanang — The Resurgence of a People: Clearing the Path for our Survival.  Included in the launch is a video presentation created by the Turtle Lodge International Centre of Indigenous Education and Wellness.