Waterways

09/28/2026

We are now taking booking requests for weekday programs in schools and Saturday afternoon programs this fall and winter led by Waterways’ Indigenous staff.

Outdoor activities we've done in the offseason include snowshoeing, hiking and plant walks, ice fishing, skiing, fire making, shelter building, and traditional food preparation. Some indoor options are traditional games and crafts.

Funding support is available for many of our programs if they are serving Indigenous youth. Email us at [email protected] to inquire about dates and funding options for your school or program!

09/21/2026

09/03/2026

Meet Waterways' Program Leader Raven Anderson! "Boozhoo! My name is Raven Anderson and I am from Fisher River Cree Nation as well as Sagkeeng Ojibwe Nation. I currently live in Winnipeg and I am a student at the University of Winnipeg working towards obtaining my Bachelor of Education. My dream is to teach grades 1 to 6 on and off reserve. Outside of school I love spending time outdoors and all different sorts of crafts. Canoeing has been a passion of mine since I started 3 years ago and I have had the pleasure of teaching young ones this summer how to paddle. Being able to be on the water with young people learning and teaching together has been a blessing and highly rewarding. I hope to bring the love of water and canoeing back to young people one paddle stroke at a time. Miigwetch!"

08/31/2026

Thanks for having us again Pinaymootang! The youth practiced tipping, T-rescues, and levelled up their skills with paddling in waves and partner turns. They showed up ready to learn and have fun on the water!

08/27/2026

Meet Xena Spence (She/Her) Program Assistant for Waterways! "Tansi! I am Blue Sky Red Butterfly Woman from Nelson House, Manitoba, but everyone calls me Xena!

Working with Waterways in the summer of 2026 has been a great experience, teaching and learning alongside many different people.

I have worked outdoors for the majority of my life, which has helped me develop a strong focus on safety, teamwork, and creating positive experiences for others. Waterways provides so many great opportunities to connect with people, learn new skills, and enjoy time on the water.

I hope to see you paddling soon!

Ekosani,
Sipiko Wasko Mihko kipapahk Iskwiw!"

08/25/2026

Joiee and Alexisse had a blast joining Rainbow Resource Centre's Camp Aurora! Camp Aurora programming aims to build capacity, resilience, and community for 2SLGBTQ+ youth, and Waterways was able to join in for some canoeing. The northern lights over the Whiteshell made the experience even more magical.

08/22/2026

Herk & Joiee spent last week in Sayisi Dene leading a youth canoeing program. What started as cold, rainy days turned into blue skies and stunning clear water on Tadoule Lake by week's end ☀️ Masi cho for welcoming us to the community!

08/20/2026

Meet Waterways' Program Assistant Carys Smith! "Tansi, my name is Carys Smith. I’m a Cree woman from Pimicikamak Cree Nation (Cross Lake), a mother, writer, paddler, and Bachelor of Education student. I have always loved learning and teaching, and I care deeply about using my voice for my community and our youth. Paddling has been a part of my life from a young age, and through Waterways, I’ve been able to bring my love for teaching and being on the water together. I hope to continue sharing what I know with the next generation while reminding young people of what they are capable of. Ekosani!"

08/17/2026

It's our final week of summer programs at MCKC and we will be holding a one-day program on Wednesday August 19! Sign up required at the link: https://forms.gle/5PwAETc6FNoQbBk16

08/13/2026

Meet Waterways' Program Leader Joiee! "Aniin, boozhoo! My name is Joiee Guimond and I’m from Sagkeeng First Nation which is on Treaty 1 territory. Currently, I am studying Child and Youth Care at VIU. Working with Waterways has allowed me to combine my passion of working alongside Indigenous youth and my love for the waters and lands. It allows me to connect more deeply with others and support the building of healthier communities and relationships. I am very fortunate to be able to practice this work alongside a beautiful staff team and beautiful communities. Together we all work to create and sustain hope for our collective future by sharing and celebrating the joys of being on the land and water which I find very meaningful. Miigwetch!! "