Walking Forward Together

05/25/2026

Due to some last-minute changes, we are currently reworking our Carry the Fire Youth & Elders Gathering taking place July 14–16, 2026, in Timmins, Ontario.

At this time, Walking Forward Together is actively looking for:

-A space in Timmins to host the gathering
- Sponsors and/or in-kind donations
- Community partners willing to support youth and Elders coming together in a safe and welcoming environment

This gathering will be open to all youth and Elders across NAN Territory and may include drop-in activities, cultural teachings, workshops, meals, wellness spaces, and opportunities for community connection.

We believe bringing youth and Elders together is an important step in strengthening community, sharing knowledge, and creating space for healing and connection.

If your organization, business, or community group is interested in supporting this gathering through sponsorship, donations, supplies, food, activities, or venue space, we would love to connect with you.

For more information, please contact:
📧 [email protected]

Miigwech for your continued support.

05/25/2026

🚨 YOUTH CALL OUT — JOIN OUR TEAM 🚨

Walking Forward Together is seeking youth ages 18–30 who are passionate about community, culture, leadership, and creating change.

We’re looking for youth with different experiences, skills, and interests, including:
✨ Advocacy & community leadership
✨ Social media & content creation
✨ Land-based learning
✨ Culture & traditional teachings
✨ Event planning & outreach
✨ Mental health awareness
✨ Art, music, photography, and creative skills
✨ Youth engagement & peer support

Whether you already have experience or you’re looking to grow and learn, we want to hear from you. Your voice, story, and lived experience matter.

Join a team focused on supporting one another, uplifting youth voices, reconnecting with culture, and building stronger communities together.

📍 Ages 18–30
📩 DM us or contact us to get involved
📞 705-363-8750
📧[email protected]
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05/05/2026

Red Dress Day is May 5.

We honour and remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people. ❤️

Thank you to everyone who came out to Quilts for Survivors today. Your presence, your voices, and your care mean so much.

The Red Dress Day / MMIWG2S Committee was created in response to the lack of coordinated action from organizations, systems, and the city. Our people deserve more.

Our missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit community members, family members, friends, and loved ones deserve to be honoured, protected, and never forgotten.

This committee is about community voices, accountability, remembrance, advocacy, and action.

We gather because they deserve to be honoured.
We organize because they deserve justice.
We continue because they deserve more.

If you want to be part of this work, reach out and join us.

📧 [email protected]

04/24/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out today 🤍

Even though our group was a bit small, it was still such a meaningful time together. We shared songs on the drum, had some really good conversations, told stories, and held space for one another. We also kept our friends in our thoughts who are currently at the United Nations, lifting them up and feeling proud of the work they’re doing.

We spent some time talking about what’s next too, including future rallies, events, and ways to keep building together.

Small gatherings can still be powerful, and today was a reminder of that. Miigwetch for showing up, for sharing, and for being part of this work 🤍

04/24/2026

Opening remarks today by cofounders Sierra Groulx from Mattagami First Nation and Kendrick Jeremiah from Missanabie Cree First Nation.

We’re here at Hollinger Park in Timmins. Come stand with us, bring your voice, your drum, your signs 🪧

04/24/2026

We’re here at the circle at Hollinger Park, Timmins and ready to rally 🔥

Come join us, bring your voice, your drum, your signs 🪧
Say some words, stand with us, and be part of this moment.

This is our space to be heard.
Pull up now. We’re here.

04/24/2026

📍 Bill 5 Rally Today at Hollinger Park, Timmins at 3PM

Come stand with us as we continue to raise our voices against Bill 5. Bring your signs, your drums, your energy. This is a space to be heard.

We are also holding space for our friends Here We Stand & Okiniwak who are at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. Indigenous youth from Treaty 9 are bringing this fight to the global stage and we want to show up in support of them here at home.

🪶 Make signs for the fight against Bill 5
🪶 Make signs uplifting our youth and the work they are doing

Let’s show up in a way that reflects the strength they are carrying.

See you there.

04/23/2026

Check this out 🤍

“We’re still standing up for rights, our voices and our future.”

I’m honoured to be featured in Timmins Today speaking on the rally opposing Bill 5 and what this moment means for our communities.

This isn’t just about one day or one event. It is about protecting our lands, asserting our rights, and making sure youth voices are heard loud and clear.

We’re not asking for rights. We’re enforcing them.

Join us:
Location-Hollinger Park, Timmins
Date- Friday April 23rd
Time-3 PM

Read the full article on Timmins Today

04/12/2026

Walking Forward Together is proud to introduce Sierra Groulx, our Co-Founder and Community Engagement and Youth Programs Coordinator. 🖤

Sierra is a member of Mattagami First Nation and is deeply committed to uplifting youth voices, building relationships, and creating spaces where young people feel supported, connected, and inspired.

Through her work, she helps lead and develop youth programming, gatherings, and workshops that strengthen community connections and encourage leadership. She shows up with intention, care, and a strong belief that when youth are given space and support, they can create meaningful change.

“Youth voices matter and deserve to be heard, valued, and uplifted.”

Miigwech, Sierra, for the heart, dedication, and energy you bring to Walking Forward Together and the communities you serve. 🤍

04/12/2026

Walking Forward Together is proud to introduce Katherine Jeremiah-Genier, our Co-Founder, Executive Director, and Operations Coordinator. 🖤

Katherine is a youth advocate from Missanabie Cree First Nation and North Caribou Lake First Nation whose work is rooted in uplifting youth voices, community healing, culture, and connection. Through leadership, advocacy, and care, she creates spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered.

From organizing youth gatherings to supporting survivors and families, and showing up behind the scenes with heart and intention, Katherine brings purpose into everything she does.

“Showing up imperfectly is still showing up.”

Miigwech, Katherine, for the care, strength, and vision you bring to Walking Forward Together every day. 🤍