Communities
Over the course of the summer, Waterways will be setting up day camps that will run five days in a row in several Manitoba communities. Waterways will be collaborating with Elders, youth, and other leader of the community to empower youth within the communities to use canoeing, outdoor skills, and traditional knowledge in their life
Miskooseepi (Bloodvein)
Located within Treaty 5
Bloodvein First Nations is located in one of the largest boreal forests left in the whole world. Bloodvein is close to both Lake Winnipeg and the Bloodvein River. Getting the children of the community out in the beauty of Bloodvein to find fun and healthy ways to enjoy their summer within their community.
East of Lake Winnipeg
Wanipigow (Hollow Water)
On the shores of Lake Winnipeg
Within Treaty 5
Near the Wanipigow River and off the shores of Lake Winnipeg is Hollow Water First Nations. Hear we will join in the community to teach the kids new things and also strengthen skills they may already have when it comes to be on the water and in the land.
Baaskaandibewiziibing (Brokenhead)
A Treaty 1 nation
Brokenhead First Nation holds education and opportunities for youth that can bring positivity to their lives as a high priority. We are pleased to join them in doing this with their youth. We hope to do this by canoeing through their waters and exploring their land with them and incorporating traditional knowledge.
By Brokenhead river and Lake Winnipeg
Makadewaagamijiwanoonsing (Black River)
On the O’Hanley and Black rivers by Lake Winnipeg
A Treaty 5 territory
North of Pinefalls this beautiful community is close to the waters making it a perfect place to teach and explore the youths canoe skills.
Miimiiwiziibiing (Berens River)
Apart of the Treaty 5 nation
Berens River First Nation is in the boreal forest on the east side of Lake Winnipeg and is right by the mouth of the Berens river. Here with the access to nature we want to teach the youth of Berens life skills through there surroundings and how to have fun and play games within canoes.
East shores of Lake Winnipeg
Azaadiwi-ziibiing (Poplar River)
Along the Poplar river
Within Treaty 5
Between the Poplar river and Franklin river, to the east of Lake Winnipeg. With the Poplar river being one of the last pristine river areas in the world, it is key to find ways to respect and understand it. With teaching and empowering the youth to canoe and explore their beautiful waters, we hope to assist in keeping traditions alive.
Pauingassi (Sandy Narrows)
Treaty 5 territory
Pauingassi First Nation is on a peninsula the goes into the Fishing Lake. Here the youth are surrounded by beautiful waters so with Waterways they will explore their canoeing skills and get the chance to be with nature in a fun care free setting, while also getting to practice basic survival skills.
Surrounded by Fishing Lake
Mishi-baawitigong (Little Grand Rapids)
On Family Lake
A Treaty 5 nation
With water ways from Family lake easily accessible in the community, there is many areas to explore by both land and water in Little Grand Rapids First Nation. While teaching the youth canoeing and survival techniques, we also plan to integrate traditional ways and knowledge.
Misipawistik Cree Nation (Grand Rapids)
Located on Treaty 5
Misipawistik is a Cree speaking community in northern Manitoba with access to both the Saskatchewan River and Lake Winnipeg. Here Waterways will have the chance to work with youth on exploring the land by canoe and learning traditional teachings.
At the mouth of the Saskatchewan River meeting with Lake Winnipeg
Waywayseecappo First Nation
Located in Western Manitoba below Riding Mountain National Park
A part of Treaty 4
Waywayseecappo First Nation has several lakes located on their lands, such as Stony Lake, Berney Lake, and Orgamo Lake. On top of that, there are many smaller bodies of water throughout Waywayseecappo. With Waterways, the youth will get to explore their canoeing skills and get to be with nature while also getting to practice basic survival skills and participate in many fun activities.
Skownan First Nation
Located in Treaty 2 Territory
Waterhen Lake
Skownan First Nation is a Saulteaux (Ojibwe) community located approximately 3 hours north of Winnipeg in Central Manitoba. Skownan is on the south shore of Waterhen Lake between Lake Winnipeg and Lake Winnipegosis. The Waterhen River flows just east of the community. With excellent water access and renowned fishing opportunities Waterways participants will get a chance to explore their local lakes and rivers with a new lens.
Lake Manitoba First Nation
Treaty 2
Along Lake Manitoba
Lake Manitoba First Nation is on the shores of the south basin of Lake Manitoba on Dog Creek 46 Indian Reserve. With so much access to water, Waterways was excited to get to work with the youth on their land on taking to time to connect with their land and culture.