Whats Up Manitoba

Sagkeeng's Finest's Win from Sagkeeng First Nation

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:25:00 GMT

It was dark because of the projection screen, but you'll get a feel of the energy!

Manitoba Music Presents...The Aboriginal Presenters Workshop

Mon, 14 May 2012 20:49:00 GMT

Friday, June 22nd in Winnipeg!

If you are First Nation, Metis or Inuit and you produce concerts or festivals in your
community, you do not want to miss this workshop.

Errol Ranville from the C-Weed Band along with a panel of industry professionals,
will lead the discussions. Topics covered include artist contract negotiations,
concert production, marketing, business models and sponsorship.

This workshop is FREE in you register by June 14th.

For more info, visit aboriginalmusic.ca or call Alan Greyeyes at 204-975-0284

Homecoming - Lighting The Home Fires

Mon, 14 May 2012 20:33:00 GMT

Sunday, June 15 - 16th @ St. Peter Anglican Church (Selkirk, MB)

Sacred Circles are gathering of people, intent on being with the creator to forge
community and find common direction. Indigenous experiences such as residential
schools has led to a need for healing and reconciliation.

Keynote speaker will be bishop Mark Macdonald

This Sacred Circle will bring together Indigenous and Non-Indigenous people
of all ages for an atmosphere of health and healing.

For more information or to register call 204-992-4200

The Kidney Foundation of Canada invites you...

Mon, 14 May 2012 15:33:00 GMT

Sunday, September 9th @ St. Vital Park (190 River Rd. Winnipeg, MB)

Join the Renal Ride Glide! Walkers, runners, cyclists and roller-bladders along with
volunteers, organizers, supporters and sponsors raise funds towards helping the
Foundation implement important educational and preventative programs throughout
Manitoba to combat kidney disease, help improve the well and participate in a 2km
walk, 5km run or 10km cycle or blade.

Register at kidney.ca/manitobawalk

Seven Oaks 3rd Annual Traditional Pow Wow

Wed, 09 May 2012 19:59:00 GMT

Seven Oaks 3rd Annual Traditional Pow Wow, Garden City Collegiate, Winnipeg - June 7th, 2012

The Seven Oaks 3rd Annual Traditional Pow Wow takes place Thursday, June 7th at Garden City Collegiate. This event is to honor the school’s graduates. All Nations, dancers, singers, arts and crafts vendors, and spectators are welcome.

Grand entry begins at 5:45pm.

For more information visit www.7oaks.org.

Gakina Awiiyaa - Annual International Day Against Homophobia

Wed, 09 May 2012 14:45:00 GMT

Thur, May 17th from 10 - 3pm
@ Red River College Campus (2055 Notre Dame Ave)

An event to connect Aboriginal LGBTT people and Red River College in a meaningful
way that honors the voices of Indian Residential School Survivors

Pipe Ceremony & Feast - Everyone Welcome
Facebook Event Page.

To register for this event or for more info call Cheyenne 204-949-8506
or email chchartrand@rrc.mb.ca

Manitoba Indigenous Education Cultural Centre Monster Bingo

Thu, 10 May 2012 20:26:00 GMT

Sat, June 2nd @ The Indian & Metis Friendship Centre (45 Robinson St.)

$50,000 MONSTER BINGO!

Advance tickets are $80 (limited) or $100 at the door.

For more info, call 204 942 0228.
License # MG CC 46 36 BI BO.

The Sisters In Spirit 8th Annual Mother's Day Walk

Tue, 08 May 2012 14:17:00 GMT

The Sisters in Spirit 8th Annual Mother's Day Walk - May 13th at 1:00 PM in Winnipeg

Walk begins Sunday, May 13th at 1pm at the St. Regis Hotel, 285 Smith, in Winnipeg, and will commence down Portage Avenue, to Main Street and ends at the Odanah Circle at The Forks.
The walk is to honour and remember Murdered and Missing Aboriginal Women.

All are welcome.

NCI Welcomes Sagkeeng's Finest Home May 1/12

Mon, 07 May 2012 15:24:00 GMT

Sagkeeng's Finest returns home from "Canada's Got Talent".

Farmer 2 Farmer Support Group Meeting - Coping with stress

Tue, 01 May 2012 14:43:00 GMT

Farmer 2 Farmer Support Group Meeting - May 28th, 1-3 PM, Unit 1 – 217 10th St, Brandon

Manitoba Farm & Rural Support Services is hosting a Farmer 2 Farmer Support Group Meeting. The topic is Coping with stress. The meeting is free and all are welcome to attend from 1-3 PM May 28th at Manitoba Farm & Rural Support Services, Unit 1 – 217 10th Street in Brandon.

For more information call 571-4183.

Manitoba Foster Family Network 11th Annual Conference

Wed, 09 May 2012 20:16:00 GMT

Wed, May 23 - 26th @ River Lodge Place (Thompson, MB)

This year's theme is "W5, piecing the puzzle, helping our youth answer the
tough questions." Guest speakers include internationally acclaimed filmmakers
Alanis Obomsawi and Clinical and Organizational Consultant Stephen De Groot.

On the evening of Friday, May 25th, Don Burnstick will be performing his own
brand of comedy at the Letkemann Theatre.

For more info, call 1-204-940-1280 or Toll Free 1-866-458-5650

Kildonan-East Collegiate's 13th Annual Show & Shine Car Show

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 14:45:00 GMT

Kildonan-East Collegiate 845 Concordia Avenue, Winnipeg - Saturday May 26th from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM

The 13th annual Show & Shine Car Show will be held in the school parking lot. With a $10.00 registration fee, per car, the driver receives a free Pancake Breakfast. The event is free for spectators. Enjoy a great day of live music, refreshments and of course Classic Cars.

NCI Supports SIDS Awareness

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:27:00 GMT

Please take a moment to to view this video on taking precautions against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome brought to you by Manitoba First Nations Strengthening Families Maternal Child Health Program.

Community Yard Sale

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:48:00 GMT

Sat, May 26th, 2012 @ Denare Beach

Join in on the fun at the Community Yard Sale in Denare Beach!

To register your address call 362-2050

Thompson's Citizens on Patrol Program Annual Community Meeting

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 15:36:00 GMT

Burntwood Hotel May 24th, 2012 at 7:00 PM

Thompson’s Citizens on Patrol Program will be hosting their annual community meeting.
Various information will be available from the Citizens on Patrol Program, Block Parents, Crime Stoppers, Aboriginal Policing Services and The RCMP’s “D” Division of Cultural Awareness.

This is a FREE event and open to the public. Coffee and Tea will be available.

Safety Training with The Construction Safety Association of Manitoba

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:56:00 GMT

Tue, May 15th, 16th, and 17th @
Kikiwak Inn (The Pas) & The Burntwood Hotel (Thompson)

Did you know that working in a safe and healthy workplace isn’t only YOUR right, it’s YOUR responsibility. The Construction Safety Association of Manitoba has scheduled a full slate of safety training.

Visit www.constructionsafety.ca to register online or
call the Construction Safety Association of Manitoba at 204-775-3171.

How safe are you? Remember:
• It’s YOUR Health
• It’s YOUR Safety
• It’s YOUR LIFE

The Thompson Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre offers - The Northern Circle of Youth

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 15:49:00 GMT

The Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre offers The Northern Circle of Youth

This is a program designed to meet the cultural, educational, employment, recreational and social needs of Aboriginal youth ages 12 - 24 years. Activities include outdoor expeditions, youth conferences, cultural activities, sports, traditional teachings, career symposiums, etcetera.

For more information please contact the youth site supervisor at 677-0992

Youth Employment Assistance Services Program in Thompson

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:57:00 GMT

The Thompson Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre
is offering a Youth Employment Assistance Services Program.

Youth will find assistance in seeking and obtaining employment. A variety of services are provided and consist of employment readiness workshops, resume preparation, interview preparation, job search techniques and more. In addition, individual employment and education counseling are conducted.

For more info, contact the youth employment counselor of the
Ma-Mow-We-Tak Friendship Centre in Thompson at 677-0987.

Library Shut In Program

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:39:00 GMT

The Pas

A shut in program is now available for those unable to make use of the library due to accident or illness. At no cost, qualified volunteers will deliver library materials to your home.

For more information call 623-2023

The Pas Centennial Cookbook

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:08:00 GMT

Recipes and stories can be submitted to: thepasrecipes@gmail.com

The Pas Centennial Committee is collecting your recipes and stories for a Centennial Cookbook.
They are also looking for a group to take on the project.

Parents & Tots Story Time

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:02:00 GMT

Wed, evenings 7-8 PM @ Thompson YWCA Dining Room (39 Nickel Rd.)

This is an interactive evening for parents and children ages 2-5. Come out and meet other parents. Enjoy a time to meet other parents, and share your stories.

For information call Tyler at (W) 677-5016 (H) 677-4523 (C) 679-0715

Once upon a time, in The Pas

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:45:00 GMT

The Pas Regional Library is looking for people to share their stories, essays or memories of what living in The Pas is, or was like to add to a collection which will be compiled and titled "Once upon a time ... Now & Then: living in The Pas".

For more information contact Keith Paquette at the library or call 623–2023

Plug In To Volunteering In Winnipeg

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 21:24:00 GMT

The Plug In Institute of Contemporary Art (1-460 Portage Ave. Winnipeg, MB)

Looking for enthusiastic and reliable volunteers to help in a number of areas of our operations. Volunteers gain valuable experience and meet artists and other interesting people.

For more info, email michelle@plugin.org

West Broadway Youth Outreach Centre Needs Volunteers

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 21:17:00 GMT

The West Broadway Youth Outreach Centre
(203-222 Furby St. Winnipeg, MB)

Looking for more volunteers to help with a variety of programs including
sports, tutoring and other programs to benefit inner-city youth.

For more info, call 204-774-0451, visit westbroadwayyouthoutreach.com or stop by!

Get into the spirit of celebrating The Pas' 100th Birthday!

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 21:35:00 GMT

Register for the anniversary celebrations taking place August 3rd to 5th by picking up a form at the Town of The Pas Office, the library, or at ReMax. Your registration will assist the committee in preparing for the celebration, by giving them an idea of how many people will be attending.

Fill out the form, and return it to ReMax.

Babies Best Start in Thompson

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 21:07:00 GMT

Wednesday and Thursday afternoons from 1:30 PM to 3 PM

This is a prenatal nutrition program for pregnant women, and moms with babies less than one year of age.

For details call 778-1209.

Joseph Beeper Spence Youth Drop In Centre

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:50:00 GMT

Indian & Metis Friendship Centre of Winnipeg (45 Robinson St.)

The Joseph Beeper Spence Youth Centre is a safe haven and great for kids.
The centre believes in friendship, bonding and leadership.
Why stand on a boring street when you could have been fun!
All donations and volunteer work is welcomed!

For more information, please call 586-8441

Thompson Steps to Success - Basic Computer Classes

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:33:00 GMT

every Wed from April 11 - May 16th from 1 - 4 PM

The Steps to Success Programs at the YWCA will offer Basic Computer Classes
For more information call 677-5016 or drop in to the YWCA.

South Beach Casino & Resort

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:05:00 GMT

South Beach Casino and resort has an easy way for you to stay, play and getaway.

From Sunday - Thursday, take advantage of their 59 on 59 special.
For only $59/night, you get deluxe accommodations, plus a breakfast buffet
for 2 in Mango's restaurant. Now don't forget, South Beach Casino and resort's
popular customer appreciation day is back!

Every Tuesday from 11am - 5pm, you can enjoy a complimentary lunch if your
Ocean Club membership card shows 3 hours of play in the last 30 days!

For more information on the 59 on 59 special, or customer appreciation day,
Contact South Beach casino and resort, Just 1/2 hour north of Winnipeg on Hwy 59
visit southbeachcasino.ca

Vision Quest Trade Show

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 15:28:00 GMT

Tue, May 15th - 17th @ The Winnipeg Convention Centre (375 York Ave.)

Register before April 9th and save $75!

Vision Quest promotes Aboriginal business, community and economic development
and features workshops, networking, trade show and youth program.

Enjoy culture and entertainment.
Be inspired by this year's Keynote speakers Waneek Horn-Miller and Eric Schweig.

Register online at vqconference.com