Seal River Watershed Initiative

06/05/2026

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Just wrapped up a very special trip down the Manigotagan River with .riverwatershedinitiative

The point of this trip was to give tools to Community Members from the Nation's making up the Watershed on Eco-Tourism Operation. Over the four days a lot was discussed around guest relations, guide management, risk mitigation, and more. It was an incredible opportunity that we feel extremely privileged to be part of.

📍 Treaty no.5

06/02/2026

Join our team!

We're looking for two Youth Land Guardians to join our team in Lac Brochet, MB.

Deadline to apply: June 16, 2026

06/02/2026

Who has been involved in this proposal process? The short answer: a LOT of people.!🌎

From the beginning, the Alliance has worked to create conversations around this proposal with rights holders, stakeholders, neighbouring communities, governments, and the public.

This process has always been about collaboration, transparency, and making space for people to ask questions and share feedback.

Now it’s your turn. 🌿 TODAY is the LAST day to submit your comments of support at EngageMB.ca and help shape the future of the watershed!

06/01/2026

“I’ve worked at the lodge before and after the protected areas were established, and I can say from experience that it has been great for business.”

➡️More clients
➡️Greater investment
➡️A better understanding of the culture and people who are connected to the land

A must-read from Corey Myers, who operates a lodge in the Thaidene Nëné Indigenous Protected Area, on why the Seal River Watershed IPCA will deliver major benefits for everyone in Manitoba (and beyond). Visit the Winnipeg Free Press for the full opinion piece.

Please add your comments of support at EngageMB.ca by Tuesday, June 2nd!

06/01/2026

The white water canoe training for the SRWA has begun!

This crew was locked loaded and ready to head out before 7am!

Individuals were selected by leadership of their First Nation to attend this white water canoe training program that will take them down the Manigotagan river with trainers from Wild Loon Adventure Company.

OPCN Destiny Spence and Errol Baker
BLFN Robert Merasty Jr and Robbie Lapensee Jr
SDFN Mike Duck and Brenda Duck
NDFN Tom Shaoullie, Pete Tssessaze and Hayden Denechezhe

We are so excited for this training opportunity in preparation for future ecotourism adventures in the north.

05/29/2026

Lodge owners and outfitters are valued contributors to the Seal River Watershed economy, and the Alliance has maintained a dialogue with the operators in our region throughout the feasibility study and negotiations that have led up to this point.

The Seal River Watershed Alliance appreciates the Manitoba Lodges & Outfitters Association’s continued interest and engagement on the Seal River Watershed Protected Area proposal.

The Alliance has welcomed constructive dialogue with MLOA and its members. However, having reviewed MLOA’s Position Statement (May 1, 2026) and several of MLOA’s recent social media posts, we feel it is necessary to address inaccuracies and omissions in the MLOA’s statements that risk misleading your members and the public about what is actually being proposed.

To help clarify those inaccuracies, we sent a letter to the MLOA, please click the link to view the letter.

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SRWA Response to Manitoba Lodges & Outfitters Association May 29 Written By Genae Lako May 15, 2026Lodge owners and outfitters are valued contributors to the Seal River Watershed economy, and the Alliance has maintained a dialogue with the operators in our region throughout the feasibility study and...

05/27/2026

An important reminder: protecting the Seal River Watershed does not mean ending licensed hunting. 🦌🌿

Hunting is deeply important to our communities and to many people who responsibly use the watershed. Under the proposal, outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, guided outfitting, and ecotourism would continue in the proposed provincial park.

This project is about keeping the watershed healthy, not restricting responsible access to the land and waters.

Show your support for our proposal by visiting EngageMB.ca before June 2nd.

05/21/2026

O-Pipon-Na-Piwin Cree Nation; We're looking for Land Guardians to join our team!

Apply by June 3, 2026

05/13/2026

Joint proposed agreement release by four First Nations, Manitoba, and Canada

05/13/2026

if helping to steward the land is something you are interested in, please send us your cover letter and resume.

Deadline is May 29, 2026 at end of day.