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Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. is a trusted heart of Winnipegโ€™s Indigenous community. Our vision is to lead our people back home to a place where we are self-determining, healthy, happy, and respected for our cultural and spiritual strengths and ways of being.

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What We Do

A number of Indigenous led prevention and intervention programs that help children, youth, women, men, and families heal, succeed, and become leaders. Ka Ni Kanichihk provides education and job-skills training, support for women and families, and mentorship. We walk with people on their path of recovery from trauma.

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Health and Wellness

Our health and wellness programs blend traditional Indigenous knowledge with trauma-informed practices, offering holistic support for mental, physical, and spiritual healing. We provide a safe, supportive space for individuals to reconnect, restore, and grow, guiding our community toward well-being and resilience.

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Children, Youth, and Family

At Ka Ni Kanichihk, we support children, youth, and families through culturally-based childcare, life skills training, and education-focused initiatives. Our programs foster pride, belonging, and responsibility, helping families reconnect to their roots and create safe, nurturing homes. Together, we help youth and families thrive and build stronger communities.

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Education

Our education programs go beyond academics, empowering individuals through life skills, self-worth, and financial independence. Rooted in Indigenous traditions, we create spaces where personal growth and cultural knowledge unite. Whether advancing your career or personal journey, our programs provide the tools and support needed to succeed while honoring each personโ€™s unique strengths.

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Healing and Recovery

At Ka Ni Kanichihk, we honor each healing journey with culturally grounded programs rooted in Indigenous teachings. Our holistic approach supports recovery from trauma, addiction, and adversity. We offer a nurturing space where individuals can reclaim their identity, reconnect with community, and find balance and peace, walking the path of healing together.

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June 15, 2026

Kistesimaw youth with Wally Chartrand, Ka Ni Kanichihk’s Cultural Advisor As we welcome the summer season, many of us are enjoying the warmth, sunshine, and opportunities to spend time on the land with family, friends, and community. This season reminds us of the importance of connection- to each other, to culture, and to the land….
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Honouring Two Lives, One Legacy: Renaming of the Oscar & Amanda Lathlin Memorial Award

June 15, 2026

The 25th Annual Keeping the Fires Burning is just three days away, and we are honoured to share that tickets are officially sold out. We look forward to a memorable evening of celebration as we recognize the achievements, wisdom, and tireless contributions of our Grandmothers and Grandfathers. This year, Keeping the Fires Burning will also…
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Medicine Bear Counselling, Support, and Elder Services- Honouring Red Dress Day

June 15, 2026

Red shirt designed by MBC Family Engagement Worker, Shelby Boulanger May 5, 2026 Medicine Bear Counselling, Support and Elder Services (MBC) provides families of Missing and Murdered women, girls, and Two-Spirited relatives the opportunity to heal from complicated grief and trauma within a culturally safe and supportive environment. In recognition of Red Dress Day and…
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Ka Ni Kanichihk is an Indigenous-led organization providing education and job-skills training, support for women and families, and mentorship.

A huge miigwech to our incredible prize donors for our 1st Annual Golf Tournament this Friday! โ›ณ

Uptown Alley, Wolf Promotions, RBC, Leopoldโ€™s Tavern, Canada Life, Me-Dian Credit Union, Frankieโ€™s Italian, Gallagher Insurance, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Across the Board Game Cafรฉ, Indigenous Reflections, Manitoba Museum, Payworks, and Must Be Nice Indigenous Comedy Festival โ€” your generosity means so much and helps us keep doing the work we do. โค๏ธ

#KaNiKanichihk #GolfTournament #ThoseWhoLead

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A huge miigwech to our incredible prize donors for our 1st Annual Golf Tournament this Friday! โ›ณ Uptown Alley, Wolf Promotions, RBC, Leopoldโ€™s Tavern, Canada Life, Me-Dian Credit Union, Frankieโ€™s Italian, Gallagher Insurance, Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Across the Board Game Cafรฉ, Indigenous Reflections, Manitoba Museum, Payworks, and Must Be Nice Indigenous Comedy Festival โ€” your generosity means so much and helps us keep doing the work we do. โค๏ธ #KaNiKanichihk #GolfTournament #ThoseWhoLead

๐Ÿ“ฃ Reminder that our block party is NEXT FRIDAY!

All are welcome to join us for an afternoon of food, bingo, & fun!โค๏ธ

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๐Ÿ“ฃ Reminder that our block party is NEXT FRIDAY! All are welcome to join us for an afternoon of food, bingo, & fun!โค๏ธ

โ›ณ Huge thanks to Duboff Edwards Schachter Law Corporation for sponsoring the golf carts at our 1st Annual Golf Tournament!

We canโ€™t wait to tee off with everyone this Friday, August 14.

#KaNiKanichihk #GolfTournament #ThoseWhoLead

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โ›ณ Huge thanks to Duboff Edwards Schachter Law Corporation for sponsoring the golf carts at our 1st Annual Golf Tournament! We canโ€™t wait to tee off with everyone this Friday, August 14. #KaNiKanichihk #GolfTournament #ThoseWhoLead

Name a better way to spend a summer morning ๐Ÿค

This morning, Ka Ni Kanichihk staff spent time out at Birds Hill harvesting medicines to be used in our programs and throughout our organization.

Medicine picking is a practice rooted in respect, reciprocity, and caring for the land. Here are a few reminders to keep in mind when harvesting:
๐ŸŒฟ Only take what you need โ€” leave some behind for others and for the land.
๐ŸŒฑ Give the younger medicines a chance to grow โ€” when possible, harvest the larger, more mature plants and leave the smaller ones behind.
๐ŸŒพ Leave female sage behind โ€” female sage carries the seeds that help new plants grow. Female sage can be recognized by the seeds on top. If you do harvest a female sage plant, consider spreading some of its seeds back onto the land to help support future growth.

#MedicinePicking #Sage #Cedar #LandKnowledge

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Name a better way to spend a summer morning ๐Ÿค This morning, Ka Ni Kanichihk staff spent time out at Birds Hill harvesting medicines to be used in our programs and throughout our organization. Medicine picking is a practice rooted in respect, reciprocity, and caring for the land. Here are a few reminders to keep in mind when harvesting: ๐ŸŒฟ Only take what you need โ€” leave some behind for others and for the land. ๐ŸŒฑ Give the younger medicines a chance to grow โ€” when possible, harvest the larger, more mature plants and leave the smaller ones behind. ๐ŸŒพ Leave female sage behind โ€” female sage carries the seeds that help new plants grow. Female sage can be recognized by the seeds on top. If you do harvest a female sage plant, consider spreading some of its seeds back onto the land to help support future growth. #MedicinePicking #Sage #Cedar #LandKnowledge

โค๏ธ This afternoon, Ka Ni Kanichihk staff are teaming up with members of the Downtown Community Safety Partnership Winnipeg to spread a little care throughout downtown Winnipeg.

Together, weโ€™ll be handing out sandwiches, juice boxes, and other snacks to community members. ๐Ÿฅช๐Ÿงƒ

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โค๏ธ This afternoon, Ka Ni Kanichihk staff are teaming up with members of the Downtown Community Safety Partnership Winnipeg to spread a little care throughout downtown Winnipeg. Together, weโ€™ll be handing out sandwiches, juice boxes, and other snacks to community members. ๐Ÿฅช๐Ÿงƒ

Missed our naloxone training session last week? No worries! We created this video to walk you through the basics of recognizing opioid poisoning and how to administer naloxone.

โžก๏ธ Remember: if you think someone may be experiencing an opioid poisoning, itโ€™s always okay to administer naloxone. It wonโ€™t harm someone if opioids arenโ€™t involvedโ€”and it could save a life.

#Naloxone #OpioidAwareness

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Missed our naloxone training session last week? No worries! We created this video to walk you through the basics of recognizing opioid poisoning and how to administer naloxone. โžก๏ธ Remember: if you think someone may be experiencing an opioid poisoning, itโ€™s always okay to administer naloxone. It wonโ€™t harm someone if opioids arenโ€™t involvedโ€”and it could save a life. #Naloxone #OpioidAwareness

๐Ÿ“ฃ Free Drop-In Claims Support Sessions this August

Come receive free support with claim form applications for the Removed Child Class and Removed Child Family Class settlements.

๐Ÿ“… August 6 & August 21, 2026
๐Ÿ• 10:00 AM โ€“ 4:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. โ€” 455 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg, MB

Please bring a government ID. Light refreshments will be provided, and an Elder will be available for support. ๐Ÿค

#KaNiKanichihk #ClaimsHelpers

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๐Ÿ“ฃ Free Drop-In Claims Support Sessions this August Come receive free support with claim form applications for the Removed Child Class and Removed Child Family Class settlements. ๐Ÿ“… August 6 & August 21, 2026 ๐Ÿ• 10:00 AM โ€“ 4:00 PM ๐Ÿ“ Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc. โ€” 455 McDermot Ave, Winnipeg, MB Please bring a government ID. Light refreshments will be provided, and an Elder will be available for support. ๐Ÿค #KaNiKanichihk #ClaimsHelpers

๐Ÿ“ฃ Just a heads up that all our locations will be closed on Monday, August 3 (with exception of Velma`s House) for the long weekend. We will re-open on Tuesday, August 4.

Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend!๐ŸŒž

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๐Ÿ“ฃ Just a heads up that all our locations will be closed on Monday, August 3 (with exception of Velma's House) for the long weekend. We will re-open on Tuesday, August 4. Wishing everyone a safe and happy long weekend!๐ŸŒž

25th Annual Keeping the Fires Burning

Thursday, June 18th, 2026 โ€“ RBC Convention Centre

Grand Entry at 5:30PM CST

Ka Ni Kanichihk is excited to invite you to join us on Thursday, June 18th, 2026, to mark 25 years of celebrating Indigenous resilience, relationship and reconciliation.

Funds raised through Keeping the Fires Burning provide transformative, culturally safe services and programs. They also support research and the integration of best practices in Indigenous-led community leadership. These are all critical elements in the restoration and reclamation of our positive and powerful cultural identity.

For information please contact: Sheri Domenico at sheri.domenico@outlook.com or by phone at 204-881-0337.

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