Michif Word of the Day - Apr 30, 2023 LI DIZHANII Meaning: "breakfast" Sourced through the Gabriel Dumont Institute: conta.cc/3K4bUmB. #RedRiverMétisGovernment #RedRiverMétis

This yr's Keepers of the Fire are instrumental in preserving language, culture, ceremony, traditions. They work in community, supporting members, working on solutions, giving unconditionally. Join us on June 15th RBC Convention Centre Wpg to honour their work: 🎟️bit.ly/3XgdoAE

In a project initiated by master’s student Uche Nwankwo, #BrokenheadOjibwayNation & University of Manitoba joined hands to reintroduce wild rice & promote food security for the First Nation, who planted 50 lbs of wild rice seed last year. winnipeg.ctvnews.ca/what-food-is-h… #SupportLocal #FoodSecurity

#KFB2023 will honour Joachim Ayaruak nominated by Tunngasugit. Born in Rankin Inlet, #Nunavut, he uses his lived experience as a residential school survivor&Urban Inuk to educate&advocate for Inuit rights&for Inuit voices to be heard. Join us June15: bit.ly/3XgdoAE

Aboriginal Council of #Wpg has selected Elder Glenn Cochrane for #KFB2023. Elder Cochrane is a visionary Pipe Carrier & has worked in community for over 30yrs. He's an Activist, Educator & Cultural Leader. Join us June 15th to honour his contributions: bit.ly/3XgdoAE

On Thursday, June 15 at RBC Convention Centre Wpg, we'll honour & celebrate the tireless efforts of Grandmothers & Grandfathers who give of themselves day in & day out; working to share knowledge, wisdom and insight. Celebrate with us by getting your tickets today: bit.ly/3XgdoAE

#KFB2023 is so excited to welcome back the Kinew Youth Dancers this year. They will be accompanied by the Kinew Fiddle Students. Your toes will tap & your hands will clap! You don't want to miss their performance. Get your tickets for June 15 today: bit.ly/3XgdoAE

#KFB2023 is truly honoured to have Ray "Coco" Stevenson & Rhonda James back for another yr of Keeping the Fires Burning. We're humbled by your continued support for this Gathering&Honouring Ceremony. Chi-Miigwech, Ekosani ♥️ Join us June 15 to celebrate: bit.ly/3XgdoAE

On Thursday, June 15 at #KFB2023 Elder Jessie Howell will welcome all in attendance and offer an Opening Prayer to start us off in a good way. ♥️ Please join us on Thursday, June 15 RBC Convention Centre Wpg to celebrate this year's Honorees. 🎟️bit.ly/3XgdoAE

We're so pleased to have Dr. Lisa Monkman render an Honour song to celebrate the Grandmothers & Grandfathers at #KFB2023. Dr. Lisa is an Anishinaabe rural Family Physician & also provides primary care at the Brokenhead First Nation Medical Clinic. Miigwech Lisa, #love

WoW!!! #KFB2023 has SOLD OUT! Miigwech, Ekosani, Maarsii, Masi Cho, Qujjanamiit, Wopila, Thank you, Merci to everyone who sponsored a table and bought tickets ♥️. It'll be a beautiful evening as we honour the Grandmothers & Grandfathers for all their teachings & wisdom.

There is still ⏰ to get your 🎟️ for #KFB2023. It's an opportunity to celebrate & honour this year's Keepers of the Fire. Each has made significant contributions to community. It's because of them our people are healing & living their best lives. Join us: bit.ly/3XgdoAE

UPDATE: #KFB2023 is SOLD OUT! We are so grateful to everyone who has sponsored a table and bought tickets! We look forward to seeing you June15th.

Elder Martha Peet, Tookanacheak, will light the Qulliq [koo-lick] and share important Inuit teachings to start #KFB2023 off in a good way. Elder Peet was born and raised in the community of Taloyoak, #Nunavut and resides in Winnipeg.

Kinanaskomitin to everyone who's bought tix & to our Sponsors for supporting #KFB2023. We can hardly wait to honour&celebrate this yr's Keepers of the Fire. Each are instrumental in preserving our languages, cultures & traditions. Congratulations to all.

Congratulations Zac! We're so proud of you and all that you've accomplished to-date. . You are an exceptional young man and an outstanding role model for all our children and youth that will follow ♥️

Ekosi Shelley Cook for sharing the story of some of our Keepers of the Fire! The contributions they have made & continue to make are important to celebrate. The SOLD OUT #KFB2023 Gathering takes place tonight and we're looking forward to honouring these amazing individuals ♥️

#KFB2023 is underway with 890+ people in attendance & we couldn't be more excited! What an amazing show of support for the Elders & Knowledge Keepers in our communities and they work they are doing on so many levels ♥️

Thanks for the great evening of learnings so far, Ka Ni Kanichihk! #KFB2023

Here are this year's Keepers of the Fires. What an amazing evening and a beautiful way to honour all the Grandmothers & Grandfathers for all they do in, and for, our communities. We are extremely grateful. Much love to you all ♥️ #KFB2023