Indigenous Tourism Manitoba

06/09/2026

🎤 Keynote Spotlight 💫 2026 Indigenous Tourism Manitoba Conference

"Jordin Tootoo made history as the first Inuk player to be drafted by the NHL. Over his 13-year career, he played for the Nashville Predators, Detroit Red Wings, New Jersey Devils, and Chicago Blackhawks, banking 161 points, including 65 goals, in 723 career games. A trailblazer both on and off the ice, Tootoo has since become a vocal mental health advocate dedicated to giving back to his communities. He delivers a powerful message about resilience and overcoming challenges and adversity to reach our dreams.

Tootoo is the bestselling author of All the Way: My Life on Ice, a searing, honest look at the tragic loss of his brother and his ensuing battle with alcoholism, and Mind Over Matter: Hard-Won Battles on the Road to Hope. He is also the co-founder of the Team Tootoo Foundation with his wife, Jennifer, and in 2016 was awarded a Meritorious Service Medal through the Order of Canada in recognition of his work.

As a keynote speaker, Tootoo openly shares his journey from rising star and fan favourite to losing it all, including his addiction and fight to claim sobriety. This is the story of family, mentors, and tragedy, and one man's journey to understand how his past struggles gave him the strength to find his own truth."

Jordin will be speaking on day 2 of this year's event. Make sure to get registered before June 30 to take advantage of early bird pricing! 🔗shorturl.at/VKXeL

06/05/2026

Hey ITM family! 👋 We love seeing all the incredible things you’re doing and want to help boost your business’s visibility! 🚀

If you have a post you'd like to request we reshare, please remember to tag us! While we can't guarantee we’ll be able to share every one, tagging us ensures it lands on our radar 😊

Let’s keep lifting each other up—tag away!

06/05/2026

✨ Celebrating National Indigenous History Month ✨

June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to celebrate the cultures, traditions, and histories of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples in Canada.

At Indigenous Tourism Manitoba, we believe that history isn’t just found in books—it is alive, vibrant, and waiting to be discovered! What is your favourite Indigenous-owned spot or experience in Manitoba? Let us know in the comments!

Here is how Indigenous history shapes the tourism landscape in Manitoba:

🌱 Deep Connection to the Land: Authentic Indigenous tourism experiences offer visitors a unique chance to connect with Manitoba's landscapes through a worldview that has cared for this land for thousands of years.

🥁 Living Traditions: From Inuit throat singing, to captivating powwows, to the intricate artistry of Métis beadwork, sharing these living traditions creates deeply meaningful memories for travelers.

🦅 Economic Growth: Choosing Indigenous-led tourism experiences directly supports local entrepreneurs and communities, ensuring that vibrant heritage continues to thrive for generations to come.

Every story shared, every dish tasted, and every path walked enriches our province’s tourism sector and brings us closer together.

05/30/2026

What a week at ! 🍁

ITM met with over 40 buyers who were either interested in bringing global travellers to Manitoba to discover Indigenous Tourism, or, buyers who want to expand their experiences.

Commonly, we heard that those who have already experienced Indigenous tourism in Manitoba have been to Churchill, but, are curious about what ELSE our [hidden gem] of a province has to offer!

We heard a lot of buyers say "Our travelers want to slow down, regenerate and connect with nature. They want to visit communities, and hear authentic stories about the people and places". And isn't that exactly what Indigenous tourism is? It's not just a destination, it's where and how we tell our stories 🪶

We are so proud to have been joined by four of our member businesses - Moon Gate Guest House, Borealis Beading, Spence Custom Carving and Wyndham Garden Hotel. These businesses had their own booths and meetings with buyers to speak about their product directly.

We look forward to what new potential opportunities come from the connections made this week!

Until next year ✈️

05/27/2026

We are here in Toronto at meeting with tourism stakeholders from around the world to market Manitoba as an Indigenous Tourism destination!

Wonderful conversations were had and connections made, and at lunch sponsored by , we had the honour of enjoying music by Manitoba's own from Peguis First Nation!

Looking forward to the next two days!

05/26/2026

🎨 Live Painting & Showcase with Jackie Traverse

Join us for a special live painting experience and artisan showcase featuring Indigenous artist Jackie Traverse. Guests will have the opportunity to browse featured artwork, connect with the artist, and experience Indigenous creativity in an interactive and welcoming space.

🗓️ May 30th, 2026

🕕 12:00-3:00PM

📍Explore Indigenous - The Forks Market

05/13/2026

05/08/2026

Coming up in less than two days!

05/08/2026

Congratulations to our friends, Moon Gate Guest House for this incredible achievement. These are the strides that demonstrate just how steadily the Indigenous tourism Industry in Manitoba is growing and diversifying! 🙏🏼🪶

05/07/2026

Celebrate the moms in your life with authentic Indigenous artistry! 🌷

The Pitaw Mino Muskiki Mother’s Day Market is at Union Station (123 Main St) this Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9. Shop from approximately 100 Indigenous makers and entrepreneurs.

Admission is Free!

Come experience the gift of medicine through handmade art!
✨ Dates: May 8, 5 pm to 9pm & May 9, 10 am to 5 pm
✨ Location: VIA Rail Union Station, Winnipeg
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