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Seeing Everyone: Gender Diversity Data – Statistics Canada Virtual Event on August 22, 2022
Statistics Canada is celebrating Pride Season and honouring the rich history, achievements, and contributions of LGBTQ2+ people and communities. You Read More...
Career Opportunity: Project Manager for Youth Healing Lodge
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Project Manager Youth Healing Lodge Term Position – Read More...
MKO Grand Chief Reflects on Meeting with Manitoba Minister of Health
For immediate release August 8, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) met with Manitoba Read More...
First Peoples Development Inc. Class 1 Driver Training Program
First Peoples Development Inc., in partnership with First Class Training Centre Inc., is offering a Class 1 Truck Driver Training Read More...
Breaking Ground for an Assiniboia Residential School Monument and Gathering Place: August 4, 2022
MKO Vice Chief David Monias. “I’m very thankful for the Legacy Group and what they are doing… The Read More...
MKO Commends Government of Manitoba for Decision to Not Appeal Court Ruling on Children’s Special Allowance
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release August 4, 2022 Read More...
Let’s Speak Cree Forever: Grand Chief Settee Attends Swampy Cree Tribal Council Assembly
“Our language is our history, our identity. The promotion of language is very important, we need to implement strategies on Read More...
Oshki Annishinabe Nigaaniwak Indigenous Student Scholarship: Apply by August 12, 2022
The City of Winnipeg’s Indigenous Youth Strategy, Oshki Annishinabe Nigaaniwak, offers scholarships to Indigenous students to help them with their Read More...
Emergency Management Assistance Program: Call for Proposals for the 2022-2023 year
The Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) Emergency Management Assistance Program (EMAP) provides funding to First Nations communities so they can build Read More...
Career Opportunity: ISET Program Receptionist
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Receptionist Indigenous Skills and Employment Training (ISET) Full Read More...
Non-Insured Health Benefits: COVID-19 Question and Answers
The Non-Insured Health Benefits Program (NIHB) has shared commonly asked questions and answers related to COVID-19. If you would like Read More...
MKO Youth Ages 13 to 21: Apply to Join the National Youth Advisory Committee for the RCMP by September 12, 2022
Canadian residents ages 13 to 21 may apply to become a part of the RCMP’s National Youth Advisory Committee (NYAC)! Read More...
Grand Chief Settee’s Letter to Pope Francis: July 29, 2022
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. Letter to His Holiness, Pope Francis Your Holiness: Read More...
Mental Health Resources: July 2022
To download the printable poster PDF of this information, please click here. Mental Health Resources It is important to remember Read More...
Career Opportunity: Child Wellness Worker
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Career Opportunity: Medical Transportation Coordinator
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Medical Transportation Coordinator Traditional Healer Program Full Time Read More...
Career Opportunity: MMIWG Wellness & Support Liaison
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. MKO Employment Opportunity MMIWG Wellness & Support Liaison Read More...
MKO Response to Papal Apology
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 26, 2022 Treaty Read More...
Pimicikamak Cree Nation Statement on the Papal Visit
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 25, 2022 Read More...
Sacred Healing Space Available for Survivors in Winnipeg: July 25 to 29, 2022
The ANISH Corporation, along with the Aboriginal Health and Wellness Centre of Winnipeg Inc. and Wa-Say Healing Centre, are creating Read More...
MKO Participating in Papal Visit – Edmonton, Alberta
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 19, 2022 Read More...
Career Opportunity: Support Worker for Residential School Survivors/MMIWG2S+
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. MKO Employment Opportunity Support Worker: Residential School Read More...
Plan to Attend an MKO Family Fun Day in Winnipeg on July 22, 2022
MKO’s MMIWG Liaison Unit is hosting a Family Fun Day on Friday, July 22, 2022, at the St. John’s Park Read More...
MKO Alarmed by Ongoing Nursing Shortages in Northern Manitoba First Nations
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 15, 2022 Read More...
MKO’s Upcoming Journey to Alberta to Hear Apology from Pope Francis
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Career Opportunity: Medical Transportation Coordinator
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Medical Transportation Coordinator Traditional Healer Program Full Time Read More...
MKO Expresses Condolences to Those Who Loved Two-Year-Old Santaya Tyo-Greyeyes
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 7, 2022 Read More...
Opportunity to Travel to Papal Visit in Lac Ste. Anne, Alberta: Apply by July 15, 2022
MKO’s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) Liaison Unit is providing sponsorship for citizens actively planning on making Read More...
MKO Statement on RCMP Shooting in Shamattawa
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 4, 2022 Read More...
NIHB Updated Private Vehicle Kilometric Rates
To view this information in a PDF format, please click here. The NIHB Program has shared their updated kilometric Read More...
MKO Encourages Ongoing Reclamation of First Nations Culture and Movement Towards Reconciliation on July 1, 2022
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 30, 2022 Read More...
MKO Commends Cyclists Working to Raise Awareness of Sexual Violence
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 29, 2022 Read More...
National Cree Gathering Taking Place in Opaskwayak Cree Nation: July 26 to 29, 2022
2022 National Cree Gathering Opaskwayak Cree Nation, Manitoba from July 26 to 29, 2022 For more information, please call: 204-627-7130 Read More...
Government of Manitoba Seeking Youth (Age 15-21) to Be Part of a New Leadership Council: Apply by August 31, 2022
Manitoba Families is creating a Youth Leadership Council to engage community experts and youth from across the province to provide Read More...
First Peoples Development Inc. Construction Electrician Pre-Employment Program
First Peoples Development Inc., in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), is offering a Construction Electrician Pre-Employment Read More...
Update from the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program: June 2022
Click here to read updates from the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program for June 2022. There are updates related to: Read More...
Career Opportunity: Medical Transportation Coordinator
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Medical Transportation Coordinator Traditional Healer Program Full Read More...
MKO Continues to Be Concerned for the Safety of Indigenous Women Using Taxis in the City of Winnipeg
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 24, 2022 Read More...
Canadian Roots Exchange Seek Indigenous Youth (Ages 18-29) to Attend Online Engagement in July 2022
First Peoples Wellness Circle (FPWC) is collaborating with the Canadian Roots Exchange (CRE), a national Indigenous organization with a mission Read More...
Call for Proposals: Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities: Apply for Funding by July 22, 2022
Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has launched an open call for proposals (CFP) under the Opportunities Fund for Persons Read More...
MKO Acknowledges 50 Years Since the Loss of Youth from Bunibonibee Cree Nation Due to a Tragic Plane Crash in Winnipeg
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 24, 2022 Read More...
Grand Chief Settee Attends Graduation Ceremonies in Pimicikamak Cree Nation
“I was very honoured to attend the graduation ceremonies for Mikisew High School in Pimicikamak Cree Nation June 23, 2022. Read More...
Reflecting on National Indigenous Peoples Day: MKO Grateful for Support for Annual Celebration
June 21, 2022: National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration in Thompson, MB. Photo taken by Jessica Merasty-Moose. Manitoba Keewatinowi Read More...
Mamawitenamatowin Summer Healing Camp Set to Take Place in Cross Lake from July 18 to 22, 2022
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 23, 2022 Read More...
A New Day: MKO Encourages Actions to Advance Reconciliation on July 1, 2022
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 22, 2022 Read More...
Manitoba Hydro Indigenous High School Student Awards: Apply by July 15, 2022
Manitoba Hydro offers various scholarships, awards and bursaries to students in high school and post-secondary institutions. Applications are currently being Read More...
MKO Expresses Continued Support and Sympathies for the Family and Friends of the Late Rebecca Contois
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 22, 2022 Read More...
Manitoba Government Seeks Feedback on COVID-19 Vaccination Plans for Young Children
The Manitoba government is seeking feedback from Manitobans on emerging COVID-19 vaccination plans for young children. Work is underway to Read More...
Grand Chief Garrison Settee and his Band Perform at Stony Mountain to Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day
“Well if they freed me from this prison If that railroad train was mine I bet I'd move it on Read More...
MKO Assists with Organizing Celebration of National Indigenous Peoples Day in Thompson on June 21, 2022
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 20, 2022 Read More...
First Nations Financial Management Board 10-Year Grant Funding Webinar
First Nations Financial Management Board (FMB) is holding a free 90-minute webinar to explain what a 10-Year Grant can do Read More...
Age Well at Home Calls for Proposals: Apply by 2:00 pm on July 22, 2022
Employment and Social Development Canada has released the Age Well at Home (AWAH) 2022-2023 Calls for Proposals (CFPs) for projects Read More...
The Senate of Canada Seeks Input From Indigenous Youth Ages 18 to 35: Share Your Voice by July 24, 2022
As Canada celebrates National Indigenous History Month, the Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples is excited to launch Voices of Youth Read More...
First Peoples Development Inc. Construction Electrician Pre-Employment Program
First Peoples Development Inc., in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), is offering a Construction Electrician Pre-Employment Read More...
Grand Chief Settee Meets with Manitoba Crown Attorneys: Opportunities for Change and Transformation in Justice
Grand Chief Garrison Settee “The ultimate goal is to create a better society,” shared Grand Chief Garrison Settee Read More...
Career Opportunity: Support Workers- Residential School Survivors/MMIWG2S+
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. Support Worker: Residential School Survivors/MMIWG2S+ MMIWG Liaison Unit Read More...
Vigil Held in Thompson for 31-Year-Old Tessa Perry on June 5, 2022
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO)’s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Girls (MMIWG) and Liaison Unit planned and attended a vigil for Tessa Read More...
Search for 26-Year-Old Leonard Bland Continues in Thompson
Pictured: Leonard "Andrew" Bland. Leonard Bland (also known as “Andrew”), age 26, was last seen in Thompson, Manitoba Read More...
MKO Launches Minoayawin Keewatinowi Askik: New Vaccine Project Aimed at Increasing Vaccine Uptake
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 3, 2022 Read More...
MKO Introduces Heidi Spence, Director of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Liaison Unit
MKO introduces Heidi Spence Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is pleased to introduce Heidi Spence (she/her) as the new Director Read More...
MKO Hosting Events to Honour Third Anniversary of the Release of “Reclaiming Power and Place” on June 3, 2022
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 2, 2022 Read More...
MKO Seeking Indigenous Artist to Paint Mural in Thompson
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. *****Please Note: Strathallen in collaboration with MKO Read More...
First Peoples Development Inc. Powerline Technician and Class 1 Driver Training Programs
First Peoples Development Inc., in partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) and First Class Training Centre Inc., Read More...
MKO Sends Condolences to Those who Loved Tessa Perry
If you would like to donate to the family of Tessa Perry, please visit their GoFundMe page. To view Read More...
The Band Reparations Class Action: Apply by May 31, 2022
The Band Reparations Class Action is a settlement claim that can be applied for by First Nations Communities that: had Read More...
First Nations Leaders in Manitoba Declare a State of Emergency on Health Services in the North
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release May 26, 2022 Read More...
Career Opportunity: ISET Program Finance Officer
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. Finance Officer Indigenous Skills & Employment Training Read More...
MKO Statement in Response to Homicide of Doris Lydia Trout
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release May 24, 2022 Read More...
LGBTQ2 Projects Fund: Call for Proposals
Women and Gender Equality (WAGE) Canada is accepting project proposals from legally constituted not-for-profit Canadian organizations that work primarily or Read More...
Manito Ahbee Festival 2022: MKO Grand Chief Enters Pow Wow Circle as Traditional Dancer
“I was so happy to have the opportunity to do that,” shared Grand Chief Garrison Settee in reference to his Read More...
MKO Sends Condolences to the Family and Friends of Rebecca Contois
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release May 19, 2022 Read More...
MKO Pleased with Court Ruling Confirming Manitoba Government Discriminated Against Foster Children in Manitoba
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release May 19, 2022 Read More...
Career Opportunity: Mobile Crisis Intervention Team Members
To view this employment opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Mobile Crisis Intervention Team Member Mobile Crisis Response Read More...
Career Opportunity: MCRT Intake and Deployment Coordinator
To view this employment opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Intake and Deployment Coordinator Mobile Crisis Response Team Read More...
Nominate an MKO Citizen for an Indigenous Award of Excellence from the Forest Products Association of Canada: Nominations Due by June 3, 2022
To view a PDF poster with this information, please click here. The Forest Products Association of Canada (FPAC) is Read More...
MKO and KTC Moose Hide Campaign Event in Thompson
"Tell someone if you're experiencing violence, it will give you strength and courage. You are not alone." The Moose Hide Read More...
Career Opportunity: Tataskweyak Community Justice Worker
To view this employment opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Community Justice Worker Justice Program Tataskweyak Cree Nation – Read More...
Career Opportunity: Justice Program Administrative Assistant
To view this employment opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Administrative Assistant Justice Program Winnipeg Sub-Office – Full Time Read More...
The Connection Between Intergenerational Trauma and Incarceration: MKO Grand Chief Returns to the Headingley Correctional Centre
“It is important to heal ourselves. We must do this work before we can heal our families and communities. Your Read More...
Career Opportunity: Logistics Support Leader for Atik Mason Indigenous Pilot Pathway
To view this employment opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Logistics Support Leader Atik Mason Indigenous Pilot Read More...
Celebrating Indigenous Nurses Day and National Nursing Week
For immediate release May 11, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) and Keewatinohk Inniniw Read More...
Manitoba’s Conservation and Climate Fund has Funding Available for Northern and Indigenous Communities: Apply by June 17, 2022
The Manitoba government is accepting applications for the Conservation and Climate Fund. The size of the fund is $1.5 million. Read More...
Moose Hide Campaign Day Event and Community Walk: Thursday, May 12, 2022
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) and Keewatin Tribal Council (KTC) invite you to join us on the Moose Hide Campaign Read More...
The Search for Justice: MKO Grand Chief Hosts Sharing Circles in Women’s Correctional Centre
Grand Chief Garrison Settee with Knowledge Keeper Shannon Buck at the Women's Correctional Centre. “In our culture, our Read More...
Strong Women Advocate for Change: Remembering and Honouring MMIWG2S+ on May 5, 2022
Mothers often become advocates for change as they wish to leave a better world behind for their children. Earlier this Read More...
Career Opportunity: Indian Residential School Survivors/MMIWG2S+ Support Worker
To view this employment opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Indian Residential School Survivors/MMIWG2S+ Support Worker MMIWG Read More...
Career Opportunity: Child Welfare Wellness Worker in Shamattawa
To view this employment opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Child Welfare Wellness Worker Child Welfare Secretariat Read More...
RCMP National Youth Services Fast Facts for May 2022
To view this information in a PDF format, please click here. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have provided Read More...
MKO Hosts Awareness Walk in Thompson to Honour and Remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two Spirit, and Gender-Diverse People
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release May 5, 2022 Read More...
MKO Concerned by Ongoing Practice of Releasing Raw Sewage into Winnipeg Rivers
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release May 4, 2022 Read More...
Career Opportunity: Child Welfare Wellness Worker
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Child Welfare Wellness Worker Child Welfare Secretariat Winnipeg Read More...
MKO Congratulates Angela Levasseur for Graduating as a Juris Doctor
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release April 29, 2022 Read More...
National Day of Awareness for MMIWG and 2SLGBTQQIA+: Join MKO’s Community Awareness Walk in Thompson on May 5, 2022
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak’s (MKO) Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG) Liaison Unit invites you to attend our community Read More...
Atik Mason Indigenous Pilot Pathway: Apply by May 6, 2022
For more information on the Atik Mason Indigenous Pilot Pathway, please click here. Exchange Income Corporation (EIC), with the Read More...
Nominate an MKO Citizen for a Community Leadership Award by May 30, 2022
You are invited to nominate someone for the Lieutenant Governor’s Community Leadership Awards, to be presented to three deserving individuals Read More...
MKO Cup: Bringing people back together through athletics and sport!
To view this information in a PDF format, please click here. Please scroll to bottom of page to view event Read More...
Acquisition of The Bay Building is an Iconic Step Towards Reconciliation
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release April 22, 2022 Read More...
Safety Precautions to limit spread of Avian Influenza
The following information was taken from an information sheet shared with MKO by the government of Manitoba. To view the Read More...
Government of Manitoba Invites Applications for Queen’s Counsel Appointments: Nominate an MKO Citizen by August 31, 2022
The Manitoba government is issuing a call for applications for Queen’s counsel (QC), a prestigious opportunity for lawyers to be Read More...
Update on MKO’s Advocacy to Address Racism at The Brick in Thompson, Manitoba: April 12, 2022
Staff at Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) have worked to address the racism experienced by Mr. Edwin Beardy at The Brick Read More...
MKO Launches Weekly Email Newsletter: Subscribe Today to Receive Updates on News, Events, and Opportunities
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) is launching a weekly email newsletter. The newsletter is distributed by email each Monday. When there Read More...
Career Opportunity: Indian Residential School Survivors/MMIWG2S+ Support Worker
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Indian Residential School Survivors/MMIWG2S+ Support Worker MMIWG Liaison Read More...
MKO Recognizes April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release April 8, 2022 Read More...
Grand Chief Settee joins Danish Ambassador to Canada for Visit to Bunibonibee Cree Nation: April 8, 2022
“Today I had the opportunity to travel to beautiful Bunibonibee Cree Nation to welcome Hanne Fugl Eskjaer, the Danish Ambassador Read More...
MKO Cup in the Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation: April 27 to May 1, 2022
MKO Cup Event: Youth Athletic Development Bringing people back together through athletics! The MKO Cup will be taking place Read More...
Learn About Infrastructure Corridors at an Engagement Session in Thompson, Manitoba: April 25, 2022
The University of Calgary's School of Public Policy is seeking input from residents of the Thompson, MB region on the Read More...
MKO’s Response to Budget 2022
For immediate release April 7, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is issuing this Read More...
MKO Acknowledges Student Leaders and Other Helpers: Ready, Set, Spring Event a Huge Success
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak's (MKO) Ready, Set, Spring Event was a huge success with all the students, friends, families, and allies Read More...
Cross Lake Band/Pimicikamak Cree Nation to Commence their Search Project
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release April 5, 2022 Read More...
MKO Career Opportunities: Positions Available in Thompson and Winnipeg
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) is hiring for the following positions: Youth Engagement Worker: Apply by April 6, 2022 Project Manager: Read More...
MKO Response to Apology from Pope Francis
For immediate release April 1, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is acknowledging the Read More...
Career Opportunity: Decolonizing Anti-Racism Coordinator
Full-Time Position (Winnipeg) Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO)'s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Liaison Unit is seeking an Read More...
Career Opportunity: Office and Community Liaison Worker
Full-Time Position (Thompson Office) Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Liaison Unit is seeking Read More...
Career Opportunity: Wellness and Community Support Liaison
Full- Time Position (Winnipeg) Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO)'s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Liaison Unit is seeking Read More...
Career Opportunity: Health Policy Analyst
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Health Policy Analyst Health Program Winnipeg or Thompson Read More...
Career Opportunity: Minoayawin Keewatinowi Askik Project Manager
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Project Manager Minoayawin Keewatinowi Askik Project Winnipeg or Read More...
Career Opportunity: Minoayawin Keewatinowi Askik Project Assistant
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Project Assistant Minoayawin Keewatinowi Askik Project Winnipeg or Read More...
Grants Available for Non-Profits to Purchase Musical Instruments and Equipment: Apply by May 12, 2022
MusiCounts TD Community Music Program is accepting grant applications for non-profits to purchase up to $20,000 in new musical instruments Read More...
Empowering Our Children’s Footprints: MKO Assembly Takes Place from March 29-31, 2022
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak's (MKO) Child Welfare Secretariat is hosting a Chiefs' Assembly from March 29 to 31, 2022 at the Read More...
MKO Update on Progress with Healing Efforts in Sayisi Dene Denesuline Nation: “Trailers for Tadoule” Partnership Initiative
For immediate release March 25, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is issuing this Read More...
MKO Commends Vincent Sinclair of the Opaskwayak Cree Nation: Mr. Sinclair Sworn in as Provincial Court Judge in Manitoba
For immediate release March 24, 2022 Judge Vincent Sinclair Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Read More...
Career Opportunity: Youth Engagement Worker
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Youth Engagement Worker Thompson Office 2 Year Term Read More...
MKO Provides Support for People Impacted by the Issue of Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women, Girls, Two Spirit, and Gender-Diverse People
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release March 21, 2022 Read More...
Free Resources to Help Guardians and High School Students Learn About Human Trafficking
The Joy Smith Foundation offers free educational resources to help Canadians understand and fight human trafficking. The first resource is Read More...
MKO Supports God’s Lake First Nation During Recovery Efforts
God's Lake First Nation's Leonard Bland. “On behalf of MKO, I send heartfelt sympathy to Chief Hubert Watt Read More...
Career Opportunity: Human Resource Coordinator
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Human Resource Coordinator Winnipeg or Thompson Office Read More...
Transforming Health Care in Northern Manitoba: MKO and KIM to Host Second Engagement Session for Leaf Rapids Citizens
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release March 8, 2022 Read More...
MKO Statement on International Women’s Day
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release March 8, 2022 Read More...
Healing Gathering for Family Members of MMIWG: Register by 12:00pm on March 13, 2022
The MMIWG Liaison Unit will be hosting a Healing Gathering in Thompson, MB for family members of Missing and Murdered Read More...
Nominate an MKO Citizen for an Annual Historical Award by April 1, 2022
The Lieutenant-Governor, Janice Filmon, is encouraging the public to nominate a worthy Manitoban who has provided prolonged and meritorious service Read More...
MKO Statement about The Brick in Thompson: Collaboration is Key to Combatting Anti-Indigenous Racism
For immediate release March 7, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is issuing Read More...
Career Opportunity: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women & Girls (MMIWG) Liaison/Director
MMIWG Liaison Unit Director MMIWG Liaison Unit Full Time Position Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) Missing and Murdered Indigenous Read More...
Call for Proposals for the Skills and Partnership Fund: Apply by May 9, 2022
A call for proposals (CFP) for the Skills and Partnership Fund (SPF) at Employment and Social Development Canada is now Read More...
Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation Program Scholarships: Apply by April 1, 2022
The Verna J. Kirkness Education Foundation is offering full scholarships for successful applicants to participate in the VJFK Program to Read More...
MKO Reiterates Warning for First Nations Citizens: Remain Vigilant When Using Taxis in the City of Winnipeg
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release March 2, 2022 Read More...
RCMP Fast Facts March Update
To view this information in a PDF format, please click here. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have provided the Read More...
Canadians’ Access to and Experiences with COVID-19 Testing: Share Your Perspective by March 13, 2022
Statistics Canada invites you to participate in a crowdsourcing initiative to collect data on Canadians’ access to and experiences with Read More...
Manitoba’s Long-Term Energy Framework: Survey Open Until March 14, 2022
The Climate and Green Plan Implementation Office with the Department of Environment, Climate and Parks, invites you take part in Read More...
Information for MKO First Nations: National Indigenous Fire Safety Council
The National Indigenous Fire Safety Council (NIFSC) Project is the result of a new Indigenous developed framework designed to support Read More...
Grants Available from the Manitoba Accessibility Fund: Apply by April 15, 2022
The Manitoba Accessibility Fund (MAF) for 2022-23 includes $750,000 to be awarded in grants. This amount represents the growth of Read More...
MKO Statement on Pink Shirt Day: Grand Chief Encourages Lateral Kindness
To read this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release February 23, 2022 Read More...
Seeking Donations for Skating Program in Sayisi Dene Denesuline Nation
Do you have any supplies that would be suitable for a children and youth skating program in Manitoba’s most Northern Read More...
MKO ISET Celebrating your Success: Call for Success Stories
To view this information in a downloadable poster format, please click here. MKO's Indigenous Skills & Employment Training (ISET) Read More...
Barren Lands First Nation – Community Restrictions
The following restrictions were shared with MKO by the Barren Lands First Nation Chief Trina Halkett: We need to remain Read More...
MKO Statement About Fatal House Fire in Pimicikamak Cree Nation
If you wish to donate to the family affected by this fatal house fire, you can find the GoFundMe, organized Read More...
Indigenous Suicide Risk Assessment in the Canadian Context: February 25, 2022
The Network Environments for Indigenous Health Research (NEIHR) Ontario presents a webinar about Indigenous suicide prevention and complex crisis response. Read More...
Enter the My Vaxx Journey Giveaway: Enter by March 31, 2022
The National Association of Friendship Centres (NAFC), along with an Indigenous Youth Working Group on Vaccine Uptake, announced the official Read More...
Dialogue on Species at Risk: March 8, 2022
The IISAAK OLAM Foundation and the Assembly of First Nations’ (AFN) Environment sector is hosting a regional dialogue on species Read More...
Take Part in MKO’s Healing Hearts Project
Healing Hearts Project: The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Liaison Unit invites you to participate in recognizing the Read More...
Call for Proposals for the Canada Service Corps: Apply by March 22, 2022
There is a call for proposals for the Canada Service Corps (CSC). The CSC promotes civic engagement among young people, Read More...
God’s Lake First Nation Responds to Improper Administration of COVID-19 Vaccines
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release February 11, 2022 Read More...
York Factory First Nation: Media Release About the Joint Keeyask Development Agreement
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. YFFN calls on the Province of Manitoba Read More...
MKO Commends Partners for Working Swiftly to Assist the Sayisi Dene Denesuline Nation
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release February 8, 2022 Read More...
Government of Canada Funding Opportunities
The following are funding opportunities Indigenous Services Canada: https://www.sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1100100035253/1533304683142 The Family Violence Prevention Program (FVPP) funds the operations of emergency Read More...
MKO Commends Heroic Efforts of RCMP Officers in Moose Lake
For immediate release February 4, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is issuing Read More...
Senator Joins Indigenous Leadership Response to “Freedom Convoy”
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 4, 2022 Treaty One Territory, Manitoba - The Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC), the Manitoba Read More...
MKO Congratulates Dr. Barry Lavallee for Receiving Canadian Association for Medical Education 2022 Certificate of Merit
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release February 4, 2022 Treaty Read More...
Manitoba Indigenous Tuberculosis History Project: Virtual Presentation by Dr. Anne Lindsay on February 16, 2022
On February 16, 2022, from 12:30-1:20 pm, post-doctoral fellow Dr. Anne Lindsay will provide an update on her archival research Read More...
Funding Opportunity from the Federal Anti-Racism Secretariat at the Department of Canadian Heritage: Apply by February 21, 2022
Youth Forums Canada funds Canadian organizations that provide workshops and conferences that connect youth – generally between the ages of Read More...
MKO Concerned with Allegations of Anti-Indigenous Racism at Hudson Bay Railway
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release February 2, 2022 Read More...
MKO Encourages Citizens to Take Part in “I Love to Read” Month
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release February 1, 2022 Read More...
MKO Calls for Whole of Government Approach to Address Raging Epidemic of Bootlegging and Drug Dealing
For immediate release January 30, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is issuing this Read More...
Statement from Sayisi Dene Denesuline Nation: Community Tragedy Shows Need for Urgent Action to Support Young People
For immediate release January 29, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is issuing this Read More...
MKO Acknowledges Williams Lake First Nation in British Columbia: Potential Human Burial Sites Identified at Site of Residential School
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 27, 2022 Read More...
MKO to Host Northern Manitoba Engagement Session on Gender-Based Violence and the 231 Calls for Justice
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 26, 2022 Read More...
MKO and KIM to Host Engagement Session About Health Services in Leaf Rapids in Northern Manitoba
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 25, 2022 Read More...
Virtual Engagement Session for Residents of Leaf Rapids, Manitoba: January 26, 2022
On Wednesday, January 26, 2022, representatives from Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) and Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin (KIM) will host a virtual Read More...
MKO Statement Regarding Homicide at Headingley Correctional Centre
For immediate release January 22, 2022 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak is issuing this statement in response Read More...
MKO’s Letter to Manitoba Ministers Re: Need for Restoring Medical Services and Declaring a State of Emergency for Leaf Rapids
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. January 20, 2022 The Hon. Eileen Clarke Minister Read More...
Northern Manitoba Engagement on the 231 Calls for Justice: February 1, 2022
You are invited to join us virtually for the Northern Manitoba Engagement, where we will be reviewing and determining priorities Read More...
Free Training for Indigenous Citizens: Building Statistical Capacity
The Centre for Indigenous Statistics and Partnerships’ Indigenous Statistical Capacity Development Initiative enables Indigenous organizations and communities to develop and Read More...
MKO Urges Province to Transform Health Care to Assist Citizens in Leaf Rapids
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 19, 2022 Read More...
Statement on Manitoba’s Cabinet Shuffle: MKO Urges Government Leaders to Continue on Path to Reconciliation
To read this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 18, 2022 Read More...
MKO Commends Staff Sergeant Shayne Smith for Service to Northern Manitoba First Nations: RCMP Long Service Medal Awarded in Recognition of Commitment
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 18, 2022 Read More...
The Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime
The Government of Canada is committed to supporting the families of young victims of crime. To ensure parents get the Read More...
Funding for Indigenous Women’s and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Organizations Programs: Apply by February 11, 2022
Call for Proposals: Supporting Indigenous Women's and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Organizations Programs Deadline to apply: February 11, 2022 The objective of this Read More...
Engagement dates for Manitoba Budget 2022: Share Your Ideas by January 31, 2022
The provincial government continues to seek public input to inform Budget 2022 through public engagement sessions, adjusting the previous format Read More...
Become a Parliamentary Intern: Apply by January 31, 2022
The Parliamentary Internship Programme is accepting applications. Please share this information with any students and/or youth from Northern Manitoba who Read More...
MKO Statement about Missing Person Candace McKay-Paul
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. UPDATE on January 14, 2022: Candace has Read More...
Become Part of the Shared Health Board of Directors: Apply by January 31, 2022
The Manitoba government is accepting nominations for the first permanent board of directors for Shared Health, which will be officially Read More...
Statement About the Ongoing Closure of the Leaf Rapids Health Centre: MKO Extremely Concerned about Safety of Citizens who Need Health Services
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 10, 2022 Read More...
Northern Leaders Emphasize Importance of Proactive Measures on One-Year Anniversary of COVID-19 Vaccines Arriving in Manitoba First Nations
For a PDF version of this media release, please click here. For immediate release January 7, 2022 Treaty Five Read More...
Career Opportunity: Wellness and MCRT Administrative Assistant
To view this career opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Administrative Assistant Wellness Program and Mobile Crisis Read More...
MKO Concerned About Impact of Rising COVID-19 Cases in Northern Manitoba First Nations
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 6, 2022 Read More...
MKO Congratulates Ovide Mercredi on Being Appointed as an Officer of the Order of Canada
“We will rise.” ~Ovide Mercredi shared this message at a gathering of former and present MKO leaders in July 2021. Read More...
RCMP’s Family Violence Initiative Fund: Apply for Funding by March 11, 2022
The RCMP is now accepting applications to its Family Violence Initiative Fund (FVIF). The objective of the fund is to Read More...
MKO Supports Agreements-in-Principle on Compensation and Long-Term Reform of First Nations Child and Family Services
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release January 5, 2022 Read More...
MKO Grand Chief’s Year-End Message for 2021
Reflecting on the year 2021, it has been another challenging time as we continued to live through the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More...
Call for Proposals for Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk: Apply by January 25, 2022
The application period for projects commencing in 2022-2023 is now open. It will close on January 25, 2022. The Aboriginal Read More...
Grand Chief Garrison Settee’s Holiday Message
On behalf of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. and our Northern First Nations, I send greetings for a happy holiday season. Read More...
Remembering and Honouring Dora Kematch
Dora Kematch started working with Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) on March 31, 2009. She provided 11 years of service as Read More...
MKO Reaches Goal of Helping 2500 First Nations Citizens in 2021 to Apply for Secure Status Cards
For immediate release December 21, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. has reached its Read More...
Non-Insured Health Benefits Program Update for December 2021
The following information is an update from the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program for December 2021. You can print a Read More...
Grand Chief Settee’s Letter to Manitoba’s Infrastructure Minister: Northern Manitoba citizens need safe roads and highways
December 17, 2021 The Honourable Ron Schuler Minister of Infrastructure Province of Manitoba Room 203 Legislative Building 450 Broadway Winnipeg, Read More...
MKO Missing and Murdered Women and Girls Liaison Unit Receives a Nation-Directed Approach and Activities to End Gender-Based Violence and Implement the Calls for Justice
For immediate release December 16, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – At the November 16-18, 2021, Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. Read More...
MKO Continues to Advocate for First Nations Children as Federal Government Sets Aside up to $40 Billion for Child Welfare
For immediate release December 15, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. continues to advocate for MKO Read More...
Support for Indigenous-Led Consultation and Engagement: Achieving the Objectives of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act
Consultation, cooperation, and engagement on an action plan to achieve the objectives of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights Read More...
MKO Grand Chief Reflects on Visit to Stony Mountain Institution
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release December 10, 2021 Read More...
Career Opportunity: Executive Assistant to the Executive Director
To view this posting as a PDF file, please click here. Executive Assistant to the Executive Director Core/Administrative Thompson Read More...
National Rebuilding Funding Available: Apply by December 17, 2021
About the program The Government of Canada has committed to a forward-looking and transformative agenda to renew relationships with Indigenous Read More...
Paskwayak Business Development Corporation Announces Future Commercial Development Site
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release December 3, 2021 Read More...
MKO calls for an Inquiry into systemic failures of the Manitoba Justice System related to the lack of action against Peter Nygard to ensure fair and equitable justice to victims and survivors of gender-based violence
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release December 3, 2021 Read More...
Call for Proposals: Legal Services and Supports for Racialized Communities Apply by January 10, 2022
The Justice Partnership and Innovation Program (JPIP) is launching an anticipatory call for proposals that seeks to fill gaps in Read More...
New Horizons for Seniors Program Call for Proposals for Community-Based Projects: Apply by December 21, 2021
The Government of Canada launched the New Horizons for Seniors Program 2021-2022 call for proposals for community-based projects across Canada. Read More...
NIB Trust Fund: Call for Applications Open Until January 14, 2022
The NIB Trust Fund (NIBTF) has launched the 2022-2023 Call for Applications from Groups/Organizations for programs aimed at education, healing Read More...
Upcoming Grizzly Bear Indigenous Knowledge Workshops
Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) is developing a national Management Plan for Grizzly Bear in Canada. Early engagement with Read More...
COVID-19 Vaccine Information for Children from the Manitoba First Nations Pandemic Response Coordination Team
The Manitoba First Nations Pandemic Response Coordination Team (MFNPRCT) developed the following information about COVID-19 vaccines for First Nations children Read More...
Career Opportunity: Mobile Crisis Intervention Team Member
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Mobile Crisis Intervention Team Member Mobile Crisis Read More...
MKO’s Response to Manitoba’s Speech from the Throne
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release November 23, 2021 Read More...
MKO Statement on COVID-19 Vaccines for Children Ages 5 to 11
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release November 23, 2021 Read More...
Strathallen Partners with MKO to Recognize Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation and to Launch the 26 Feathers Store at Thompson’s City Centre Mall
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is pleased to partner with Strathallen on two initiatives aiming to recognize and show Read More...
Reclaim, Revitalize, Maintain, and Strengthen Indigenous Languages: Apply for Funding by November 29, 2021
The Indigenous Languages Component of the Indigenous Languages and Cultures Program supports the efforts of Indigenous communities and organizations to Read More...
Leading the Way on Transformative Change: MKO Leaders Pass 10 Resolutions at Chiefs Assembly
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release November 19, 2021 Read More...
MKO Chiefs Assembly: Leading the Way on Transformative Change, November 16-18, 2021
MKO is hosting a Chiefs Assembly, "Leading the Way on Transformative Change," from November 16-18, 2021. Leaders will gather at Read More...
Victims and Survivors of Crime Week 2021 – Virtual Webinar on Indigenous Led Victim Centered Approaches
Scan this QR code to take you to the registration page for this webinar. The Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Read More...
MKO’s Letter to New Premier of Manitoba Heather Stefanson
To view a PDF version of the letter, click here. November 3, 2021 The Honourable Heather Stefanson Premier of Manitoba Read More...
Career Opportunity: CWS Community Engagement Coordinator
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. CWS Community Engagement Coordinator Child Welfare Secretariat Read More...
Career Opportunity: Child Welfare Jurisdiction Worker
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Child Welfare Jurisdiction Worker Child Welfare Secretariat Read More...
Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak, Southern Chiefs’ Organization, and the 60s Scoop Legacy of Canada Call for National Inquiry into the Sixties Scoop
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release November 1, 2021 Read More...
MKO Statement Welcoming New Leader for Manitoba: Heather Stefanson Becomes First Female Premier for the Province
For immediate release October 30, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is issuing this Read More...
MKO Disappointed by Government of Canada’s Appeal of the Federal Court Ruling
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release October 29, 2021 Read More...
Funding Available for Recovering Species at Risk and Protecting Habitats: Apply by December 17, 2021
The 2022-2023 Aboriginal Fund for Species at Risk (AFSAR) Call for Proposals is open. Established in 2004, the AFSAR provides Read More...
Honour, Recognize, and Implement First Nation Treaties and the Treaty Relationship for all Canadians: Free Webinars in November 2021
The Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba is hosting a series of virtual events called “Agowiidiwinan (Treaties): Moving Forward Together” in Read More...
MKO Statement About Little Ray
For immediate release October 27, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is issuing Read More...
MKO Responds to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Cabinet Shuffle
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release October 26, 2021 Read More...
Letter to Mayor Bowman regarding Safety concerns for MKO citizens who need to access Winnipeg taxis
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. October 26, 2021 Dear Mayor Bowman, I Read More...
Letter to Premier Goertzen regarding Safety concerns for MKO citizens who need to access Winnipeg taxis
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. October 26, 2021 Dear Premier Goertzen, I Read More...
Letter to Prime Minister Trudeau regarding a National Inquiry into the Sixties Scoop and Removal of Indigenous Children
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. October 26, 2021 Dear Prime Minister Trudeau, Read More...
MKO Concerned About Police Shooting in Thompson
For immediate release October 25, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is aware Read More...
MKO Supports and Stands with Indigenous Women, Girls, Two Spirit, and Gender-Diverse People in Manitoba who Experience Gender-Based Violence
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release October 25, 2021 Read More...
Free Animal Control and Welfare Course for Northern First Nations
The City of Winnipeg’s Animal Services Unit is offering a free three-day Animal Control and Welfare Course for Northern First Read More...
Free Webinars for Cancer Patients in Manitoba
Medicine Wheel: November 19 Who: Any interested First Nations patients or family members What: Learn about self-care, finding balance, and Read More...
RCMP “D” Division Community & Indigenous Policing Services are recruiting for the Commanding Officer’s Youth Committee: Apply by October 31, 2021
The Community Indigenous Policing Services are now recruiting for their 2021-2022 Commanding Officer’s Youth Committee (COYC). The RCMP "D" Division Read More...
Unique opportunity to join the Board of Directors for Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoayawin
The gaps in healthcare facing our northern Manitoba communities will leave you wondering "how can this be happening right here?" Read More...
Virtual Information Session about the Cultural Spaces in Indigenous Communities Program: October 26, 2021
On Tuesday, October 26, 2021, from 11am-1pm Central Time, the Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Read More...
MKO Honours Students of Elkhorn Residential School: Ceremony and Feast Held in Honour of Children from Northern Manitoba
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release October 20, 2021 Read More...
Norway House Cree Nation Statement on COVID-19 Outbreak
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release October 18, 2021 Read More...
MKO Encourages First Nations Citizens Accessing Taxis in the City of Winnipeg to Remain Vigilant
For immediate release October 15, 2021 Treaty One Territory, Winnipeg, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) continues to be Read More...
Norway House Cree Nation Statement on COVID-19 Outbreak
For immediate release October 14, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Norway House Cree Nation, MB – Norway House Cree Read More...
Funding for Energy Efficiency Advocates Available for First Nations: Apply by December 15, 2021
Efficiency Manitoba has created the Indigenous Community Energy Efficiency Program. This program gives support and resources for First Nation communities Read More...
Update from the Non-Insured Health Benefits Program Regarding Unregistered Infants
The Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) Program has extended coverage of unregistered infants up to 24 months of age until further Read More...
MKO Applauds Federal Court of Canada’s Decision to Dismiss Government of Canada’s Challenge to First Nations Child Welfare Compensation Orders Issued by Canadian Human Rights Tribunal
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release October 5, 2021 Read More...
MKO Hosts Memorial Walk and Candlelight Vigil on October 4 to Remember and Honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release October 4, 2021 Read More...
Indigenous Organizations and Hunters Challenge Provincial Moose Management Regulation
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. **Please note this media release is shared Read More...
MKO Statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation:
For immediate release September 29, 2021 September 30 Opportunity to Continue Dialogue on Impacts of Residential Schools Treaty Five Read More...
Unity Walk Arrives in Winnipeg: Walkers complete emotional journey to Honour Residential School Survivors
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. **Please note this media release is posted Read More...
Career Opportunity: KIM Operations Manager
To view this career opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Operations Manager Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoaywain Inc. (KIM) Read More...
Career Opportunity: KIM Executive Assistant
To view this career opportunity in a PDF format, please click here. Executive Assistant Keewatinohk Inniniw Minoaywain Inc. (KIM) Read More...
Grand Chief thanks Deidre Makinaw for Beadwork on MKO Medallions
Grand Chief thanks Deidre Makinaw for her beading talents after she beaded 27 MKO medallions for the 40th MKO Annual Read More...
Career Opportunity: TUAS Coordinator
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. TUAS Coordinator Thompson Urban Aboriginal Strategy (TUAS) Program Read More...
Career Opportunity: Store Manager
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Store Manager Thompson – Full Time Read More...
Career Opportunity: Community Justice Worker
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Community Justice Worker Justice Program Thompson – Term Read More...
MKO Statement on Outcome of Federal Election
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release September 21, 2021 Read More...
Media Release from the Fox Lake Cree Nation: Unity Walk to Honour Residential School Survivors
September 17, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: UNITY WALK TO HONOUR RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS --- Fox Lake Cree Nation calls Read More...
“I am First Nation and I Vote”: AMC, MKO, SCO and AFN MB Encouraging First Nations Citizens to Vote in Upcoming Election
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release September 17, 2021 Read More...
Career Opportunity: Justice Program Administrative Assistant
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Administrative Assistant Justice Program Winnipeg – Full Time Read More...
Career Opportunity: Finance Administrator Support
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Finance Administrator Support Finance Support Thompson – Full Read More...
Interim Public Health Advice: Public Health Measures in Indoor Public Settings to Support First Nations in Response to Delta and Other Highly Transmissible COVID-19 Variants of Concern
Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) has shared interim public health advice intended for ISC-FNIHB health workers who provide services to First Read More...
Call for Proposals for the First Nations Environmental Contaminants Program: Apply by November 5, 2021
This information is for community leaders and researchers who may be interested in conducting community-based environmental health research. The Environmental Read More...
Funding for Crime Prevention Initiatives: Apply by October 6, 2021
Public Safety Canada is working to build a safe and resilient Canada through the National Crime Prevention Strategy (NCPS). The Read More...
Free Webinars for Cancer Patients: Information from a First Nations Perspective
Free online learning sessions presented by CancerCare Manitoba The first webinar is on September 24, 2021, at 10:00 AM. It Read More...
Career Opportunity: Mobile Crisis Intervention Team Member
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Mobile Crisis Intervention Team Member Mobile Crisis Response Read More...
Funding Opportunity for Indigenous-Led Research Projects: Apply by September 30, 2021
The Indigenous-Led Data Research Projects Program funds innovative Indigenous-led approaches to improving data methodologies specific to missing and murdered Indigenous Read More...
Funding Opportunity to Support Well-Being of Families and Survivors of MMIWG2S+: Apply by September 30, 2021
Support for the Wellbeing of Families and Survivors of MMIWG2S+ Contribution Program This program funds projects that provide assistance and Read More...
Graduate Award in Reconciliation Research: Apply by October 31, 2021
Please share information about this Graduate Award in Reconciliation Research with your networks and those who may be eligible to Read More...
MKO Grand Chief’s Meeting with Warrior William Hart
“We believe in your dream, we believe in your vision, and we believe in your goal… you are truly a Read More...
Call for Proposals for the Habitat Stewardship Program: Apply by December 17, 2021
Established in 2000, the Habitat Stewardship Program provides funding for projects submitted by Canadians that contribute directly to the recovery Read More...
Career Opportunity: Health Senior Analyst
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Health Senior Analyst Office of the Grand Chief Read More...
September 2, 2021 The Honourable Alan Lagimodiere Minister of Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations Rom 301 Legislative Building 450 Read More...
MKO Pleased with Premier Kelvin Goertzen’s Actions on First Day in New Role
For immediate release September 1, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is issuing Read More...
MKO Statement on End of Term for the Premier of Manitoba
For immediate release September 1, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is issuing Read More...
Celebrating 40 Years of Advocacy: Motions and Resolutions Passed at MKO’s 40th Annual General Assembly
For immediate release August 31, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. held its Read More...
The Winnipeg Sun continues to spread lies about First Nations people
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. August 30, 2021 Mr. Mark Hamm, Editor-in-Chief Winnipeg Read More...
Grand Chief Settee congratulates Grand Chief Harper of Island Lake Anishininew Nation
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. August 24, 2021 Grand Chief Scottie Harper Island Read More...
MKO Supports Victim of Aggravated Sexual Assault
For immediate release August 20, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is responding to Read More...
MKO Grand Chief’s Letter to Norway House Cree Nation: Thanks for Helping MKO Celebrate 40 Years of Advocacy
August 20, 2021 Chief Larson Anderson and Councillors Norway House Cree Nation PO Box 250 Norway House, MB R0B Read More...
MKO Grand Chief’s Letter to Minister Alan Lagimodiere Requesting Support For Youth Wellness in Northlands Denesuline First Nation
August 20, 2021 The Honourable Alan Lagimodiere Minister of Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations Rom 301 Legislative Building 450 Read More...
MKO Grand Chief’s Letter to NAN Grand Chief Derek Fox: Congratulations on Your Election
August 20, 2021 Grand Chief Derek Fox Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) 100 Back Street Unit 200 Thunder Bay, ON Read More...
Garrison Settee Wins Second Term of Office as Grand Chief of Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak at 40th Annual General Assembly
For immediate release August 18, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Norway House Cree Nation, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. Read More...
MKO Statement on Upcoming Federal Election
For immediate release August 16, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is responding Read More...
Funding For Recovering and Protecting Aquatic Species at Risk: Apply by October 7, 2021
The Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) announced a new Call for Proposals for the Canada Nature Fund for Aquatic Read More...
MKO Response to Announcement from Manitoba’s Premier
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release August 10, 2021 Read More...
Call for Applications – Communities at Risk: Security Infrastructure Program Apply by September 22, 2021
The Call for Applications under the National Crime Prevention Strategy’s Communities at Risk: Security Infrastructure Program (SIP) is accepting online Read More...
Call for Proposals for Substance Use and Addictions Programs: Apply by September 24
Health Canada launched the 2021 national call for proposals (CFP) for the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP). SUAP provides Read More...
Info About Non-Insured Health Benefits
Health Canada developed Facebook and Twitter updates for people to have access to updates about Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB). You Read More...
Norway House Cree Nation Signs Protocol Agreement with Norway House Community Council
This media release share on behalf of Norway House Cree Nation. To view this media release in a PDF format, Read More...
MKO Statement in Response to ‘Apology’ from Manitoba Premier
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release August 4, 2021 Read More...
Remembering and Honouring Bobbie Lynn Lee Moose: Journey for Justice Begins with Arrest and First-Degree Murder Charge
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release August 3, 2021 Read More...
Memo from the Electoral Officer: Grand Chief Candidates Updated Contact Information
To view this memo in a PDF format, please click here. From: Steph Connors, Electoral Officer Date: July 27, Read More...
Second Annual Remembering Kendara Memorial Walk: August 6, 2021, in The Pas
You are invited to attend the second annual Remembering Kendara Memorial Walk in The Pas, Manitoba. The memorial walk will Read More...
Pimicikamak Cree Nation Plans to Break Ground at Site of New Hospital
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 26, 2021 Read More...
Call for Proposals for Indigenous Communities Engaged in Cumulative Effects Assessments Apply by September 13, 2021
ICCE Community Funding Program 2021-2023 Calls for Cumulative Effects Proposals in Indigenous Communities - Round 2 The Indigenous Centre for Read More...
Call for Proposals: Indigenous Justice Program Apply by August 19, 2021
The Department of Justice Canada’s Indigenous Justice Program is accepting funding applications for its Call for Proposals: “Systemic change informed Read More...
Call for Funding Proposals for Victims and Survivors of Crime Week 2021: Apply by July 30, 2021
The Policy Centre for Victim Issues at the Department of Justice Canada is pleased to announce that Victims and Survivors Read More...
Official Candidates for the MKO Grand Chief Election 2021
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 21, 2021 Read More...
MKO Grand Chief’s Letter to Wab Kinew
You can read a PDF version of this letter here. July 16, 2021 Mr. Wab Kinew Leader of the Read More...
There is No Reconciliation Without Truth: MKO Disappointed by New Minister of Reconciliation and Northern Relations
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 15, 2021 Read More...
MKO Statement on Eileen Clarke’s Resignation from Position as Manitoba’s Minister of Indigenous and Northern Relations
For immediate release July 14, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak (MKO) Inc. is issuing Read More...
MKO Supports Tataskweyak Cree Nation: State of Emergency Declared for Northern Manitoba Community
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 14, 2021 Read More...
Tataskweyak Cree Nation Declares State of Emergency
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 14, 2021 Read More...
MKO Statement on 160+ Unmarked Graves Found by the Penelakut Tribe in British Columbia
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 13, 2021 Read More...
Congratulations to newly elected AFN National Chief RoseAnne Archibald
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. July 8, 2021 National Chief RoseAnne Archibald Assembly Read More...
MKO Grand Chief Garrison Settee Condemns the Remarks of Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister regarding the restoration of Statues
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 8, 2021 Read More...
Winnipeg Police Service hosting Indigenous Careers Workshop: Register by July 9, 2021
The Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) Community Relations/Indigenous Partnership Section is hosting a unique career workshop on August 19th and 20th Read More...
Residential Schools Cause Ongoing Trauma: MKO Statement on Peaceful “No Pride in Genocide” Event on July 1
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 2, 2021 Read More...
MKO Statement on Canada Day 2021: Grand Chief Garrison Settee Encourages Canadians to Stand in Solidarity with Indigenous People Across the Country
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release July 1, 2021 Read More...
MKO Congratulates Doctor Barry Lavallee on Being Named as a 2021 Honorary Fellow of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
For immediate release June 30, 2021 Photo: Dr. Barry Lavallee speaks to media in 2020 Treaty Read More...
Grand Chief Settee’s Letter to Manitoba Ministers re: Residential School Sites
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. June 30, 2021 The Hon. Cameron Friesen Minister Read More...
MKO Hosting a Pride Flag Contest: Enter by July 14, 2021
Pride flags are flown across the country as a celebration of diversity and a visual symbol of inclusion and safety Read More...
MKO Statement on Supportive Guardianship Program
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 25, 2021 Read More...
Joint Statement from SCO and MKO: Reflections on Residential Schools in Manitoba Following Latest Discovery of Children Buried at Residential School Site
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 24, 2021 Read More...
Funding Available for First Nations Experiencing a Decline in Own-Source Revenue: Apply by August 31, 2021
The Government of Canada has created the Own-Source Revenue in Indigenous Communities Initiative (OSRICI) to support communities that have experienced Read More...
Honouring the Gifts: Contests for MKO Youth Ages 12 to 17
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. For immediate release June 11, 2021 Read More...
Winnipeg Sun Contributes to the Denial of the Atrocities Experienced by Indigenous Children Forced to Attend Residential Schools
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. June 11, 2021 Mr. Mark Hamm, Editor-in-Chief Winnipeg Read More...
Grand Chief Settee’s letter to Manitoba Ministers re: Request to Immediately Withdraw Bill 64, The Education Modernization Act
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. June 7, 2021 The Hon. Cliff Cullen Minister Read More...
Career Opportunity: Thompson FNJS Community Justice Worker
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Career Opportunity: God’s Lake Narrows FNJS Community Justice Worker
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Career Opportunity: God’s River FNJS Community Justice Worker
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Funding opportunity: Intersectoral Action Fund at the Public Health Agency of Canada
The deadline to submit an application for this funding opportunity is July 12, 2021, at 2 pm Central Time. Intersectoral Read More...
Career opportunity with the National Film Board of Canada: Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Apply for this position by June 11, 2021. The Director is a member of the Executive Committee. In this role, Read More...
Increasing Uptake of COVID-19 Vaccines in Manitoba: Community Outreach and Incentive Grants Available
The Province of Manitoba announced new ProtectMB Community Outreach and Incentive Grants: Grants of up to $20,000 will be available Read More...
Career Opportunity: Health Senior Analyst
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Health Senior Analyst Office of the Grand Read More...
Funding to Address the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action #74-76 Re: Missing Children and Burial Grounds
The shocking news that remains of children were found in the area of the Kamloops Indian Residential School is once Read More...
MKO Pleased to Support Health Care Heroes
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Norway House Cree Nation, Cross Lake Band of Indians and Opaskwayak Cree Nation Demand Action to Assess former residential school sites
To view this media release in a PDF format, please click here. The remains of 215 children, including some Read More...
MKO Calls on Federal Attorney General to Investigate Indian Residential School System as a Crime Against Humanity
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Crimes Against Humanity: MKO Grand Chief’s Letter to Prime Minister Trudeau and Minister of Justice
To view this letter in a PDF format, please click here. June 3, 2021 The Right Hon. Justin Trudeau Read More...
Career Opportunity: MMIWG Wellness and Community Support Liaison
To view this job posting in a PDF format, please click here. Wellness and Community Support Liaison Missing and Read More...
MKO Honours the 215 Children Found at the Kamloops Residential School: Virtual Ceremony on June 4, 2021
MKO is honouring the 215 children who were found buried on the site of the Kamloops Residential School in British Read More...
MKO Youth Ages 12 to 25: Become a Youth Advisor to a Cannabis Vaping Study Apply by July 15, 2021
If you are interested in this opportunity, please email [email protected] with any questions you may have or to express that Read More...
Grand Chief Settee’s Letter to Winnipeg Mayor Bowman: Renaming Bishop Grandin Boulevard One Step Towards Reconciliation
You can view a PDF version of this letter here. June 1, 2021 His Worship Mayor Brian Bowman 510 Read More...
Release of the National Action Plan on MMIWG and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People: June 3, 2021
Thursday, June 3 marks the 2nd anniversary of the release of the Final Report of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Read More...
Call for Proposals- Electoral Officer: Submit by June 25, 2021
To view this call for proposals in a PDF format, please click here. Background Incorporated in 1981 as the Read More...
MKO Statement on the Discovery of the Remains of 215 Children at the Site of the Former Kamloops Indian Residential School in British Columbia
For immediate release May 28, 2021 Treaty Five Territory, Thompson, MB – Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc. (MKO) is issuing this Read More...
Swampy Cree Tribal Council (SCTC) and MKO disappointed by The Pas Mayor’s complaints about people experiencing homelessness
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MKO, Manitoba RCMP, and Public Prosecution Service of Canada Roll Out COVID-19 Protocol to Enhance the Safety of First Nation Communities
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Honouring the Gifts: MKO Youth Cultural Celebration Set to Take Place from June 21 to 25, 2021
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Shamattawa First Nation Declares State of Emergency
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Three MKO First Nations Receive Support from the Rapid Housing Initiative: MKO Pleased with Today’s Announcement
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Acknowledging Indigenous Nurses Day and National Nursing Week
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Winnipeg Career Opportunity: MMIWG Wellness and Community Support Liaison
To view this posting in a PDF format, please click here. Wellness and Community Support Liaison Missing and Murdered Indigenous Read More...
Thompson Career Opportunity: MMIWG Wellness and Community Support Liaison
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