Indigenous News Archive
Indigenous News
‘When you succeed, we succeed’
November 27, 2025 —
The New Buffalo Education Gathering brought 382 Indigenous high school students to UM’s Fort Garry campus, offering guidance, inspiration and a glimpse into the supports available for Indigenous learners. Led by the Indigenous Student Recruitment and Community Relations team, the event highlighted ethical recruitment, community connection and the message that “when you succeed, we succeed.”
November 27, 2025 —
The New Buffalo Education Gathering brought 382 Indigenous high school students to UM’s Fort Garry campus, offering guidance, inspiration and a glimpse into the supports available for Indigenous learners. Led by the Indigenous Student Recruitment and Community Relations team, the event highlighted ethical recruitment, community connection and the message that “when you succeed, we succeed.”
Indigenous News
Building on a decade of Truth and Reconciliation
November 24, 2025 —
To reflect on this milestone, we turn to the voices of those who have helped shape the NCTR and its deep connection to UM over the past decade.
November 24, 2025 —
To reflect on this milestone, we turn to the voices of those who have helped shape the NCTR and its deep connection to UM over the past decade.
Indigenous News
CBC’s Unreserved: Unapologetically Indigenous
November 21, 2025 —
Kookum Karen was featured here in connection with Walking in Two Worlds: A Celebration of Indigenous Identity, a week-long event running November 17–21, 2025.
November 21, 2025 —
Kookum Karen was featured here in connection with Walking in Two Worlds: A Celebration of Indigenous Identity, a week-long event running November 17–21, 2025.
Indigenous News
Expanding the Herd: Indigenous artists bring new life to UM’s iconic bison
November 14, 2025 —
Bison have always been at the heart of the University of Manitoba. More than a symbol, they carry stories of strength, resilience and belonging—values shared across the UM community. This year, that story grows even stronger.
November 14, 2025 —
Bison have always been at the heart of the University of Manitoba. More than a symbol, they carry stories of strength, resilience and belonging—values shared across the UM community. This year, that story grows even stronger.
Indigenous News
UM recognizes Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day
November 6, 2025 —
As we observe National Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day, we pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by Canadian veterans and Indigenous Peoples who served, often in the face of immense adversity.
November 6, 2025 —
As we observe National Indigenous Veterans Day and Remembrance Day, we pause to reflect on the sacrifices made by Canadian veterans and Indigenous Peoples who served, often in the face of immense adversity.
Indigenous News
Walking in Two Worlds: a celebration of Indigenous identity at UM
November 3, 2025 —
Walking in Two Worlds (Nov. 17–21, 2025) is a week-long celebration created by Kookum Karen Courchene to honour Indigenous identity and pride. Each day features a theme—from moccasins and ribbon skirts to beadwork and fashion—ending with the 4th Annual Indigenous Winter Market. The event invites everyone to celebrate Indigenous culture, visibility, and belonging.
November 3, 2025 —
Walking in Two Worlds (Nov. 17–21, 2025) is a week-long celebration created by Kookum Karen Courchene to honour Indigenous identity and pride. Each day features a theme—from moccasins and ribbon skirts to beadwork and fashion—ending with the 4th Annual Indigenous Winter Market. The event invites everyone to celebrate Indigenous culture, visibility, and belonging.
Libraries News
From Resistance to a House of Knowledge
October 29, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba’s Department of Indigenous Studies marks 50 years of leadership in Indigenous education, research and community connection—honouring a legacy that began with student activism in the 1970s and continues to inspire future generations.
October 29, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba’s Department of Indigenous Studies marks 50 years of leadership in Indigenous education, research and community connection—honouring a legacy that began with student activism in the 1970s and continues to inspire future generations.
Indigenous News
CBC News: Indigenous artifacts held in Vatican Museums heading back to Canada
October 22, 2025 —
Dr. Niigaan Sinclair, Professor in the Department of Indigenous Studies at the University of Manitoba, spoke about the slow return of a birch bark scroll from the Vatican amid news that Indigenous artifacts held in the Vatican Museums are finally heading back to Canada.
October 22, 2025 —
Dr. Niigaan Sinclair, Professor in the Department of Indigenous Studies at the University of Manitoba, spoke about the slow return of a birch bark scroll from the Vatican amid news that Indigenous artifacts held in the Vatican Museums are finally heading back to Canada.
Indigenous News
“Language is fragile; it can be forgotten if it’s not passed on or spoken”
October 9, 2025 —
Navajo Nation Poet Laureate Emerita Dr. Laura Tohe will visit the University of Manitoba on Thursday, October 16 at 4:00 p.m. in the John A. Russell Atrium for a lecture and poetry reading on language, memory, and presence. Hosted by the Canada Research Chair in Miyo We’citowin & Digital Sovereignties, Women’s and Gender Studies (Arts), and the Faculty of Architecture.
October 9, 2025 —
Navajo Nation Poet Laureate Emerita Dr. Laura Tohe will visit the University of Manitoba on Thursday, October 16 at 4:00 p.m. in the John A. Russell Atrium for a lecture and poetry reading on language, memory, and presence. Hosted by the Canada Research Chair in Miyo We’citowin & Digital Sovereignties, Women’s and Gender Studies (Arts), and the Faculty of Architecture.
Indigenous News
Exploring how to Research in Good Ways
October 8, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba has launched Researching in Good Ways, an Indigenous-led initiative that brings researchers and Indigenous communities together to foster respectful, reciprocal and relationship-based research practices.
October 8, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba has launched Researching in Good Ways, an Indigenous-led initiative that brings researchers and Indigenous communities together to foster respectful, reciprocal and relationship-based research practices.