Indigenomics Institute Cites Leadership, Excellence and Innovation in Re-Developing Former Kapyong Barracks One of the corporations at the forefront of Canada’s burgeoning indigenous economy is none other than the Treaty One Development Corporation (T1DC), responsible for re-developing the 160-acre site at the former Kapyong Barracks in Winnipeg. In being recently named one of the ‘10 to…
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KAPYONG “PREFERRED CONCEPT PLAN” UNVEILED Record Numbers Offer Support for Multi-Use, Integrated Community October 22, 2020 – Thanks to extensive input from Treaty One First Nations members and Winnipeg neighbours, the preferred concept plan for the redevelopment of the former Kapyong Barracks has been unveiled. In what has been described as the highest…
Indigenous Man Killed While in Custody Chief Dennis Meeches today joined calls for an Inquiry into the tragic death of William Ahmo on Sunday. Ahmo was found unresponsive after an incident with correctional officers and was then taken to hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. “The murder of William Ahmo of Sagkeeng First…
Matching Donations Will Help Keep Homeless Warm Treaty One Nation Government and The North West Company today joined forces and committed a combined $10,000 to the Community Care Camp to help keep Winnipeg’s homeless population warm during these extreme temperatures. “It’s amazing what can be done when communities come together,” said Chief Dennis Meeches, Spokesperson…
Treaty One Development Corporation (T1DC) & Treaty One Nation (T1N) would like to welcome: Katherine Legrange, Program Director of Treaty One Nation “I am honoured and thrilled to be leading the development of the Treaty 1 Governance Secretariat for the seven Treaty 1 Nations in Manitoba. My progressive work experience in several political and First…
MEDIA ADVISORY Winnipeg, MB – January 29, 2021 – Through a collaboration between Treaty One Development Corporation (T1DC) and Scatliff + Miller + Murray (SMM), The Benesii (Thunderbird) hut will be one of the newest additions to The Winnipeg Foundation Centennial River Trail at The Forks this winter. The Benesii, which is inspired by the…
Roseau River First Nation Mourns Loss of True Trailblazer Our most sincere sympathies are extended to the family and friends of music legend and trailblazer, Curtis ‘Shingoose’ Jonnie on January 12, 2021. Born in 1946, Jonnie was adopted by a family in Steinbach as part of the 60’s scoop. His musical career, which took him…
The Treaty One Nation Government sends its heartfelt condolences to the Treaty One Development Corporation (T1DC), CEO Whelan Sutherland on the sudden passing of his father, Maurice Sutherland. “We also extend our most sincere condolences to Gladys, Maurice’s wife of 53 years, and to their seven children and 42 grandchildren and great-grandchildren,” said spokesperson, Chief…
Manitoba Chiefs Demand Bergen To Step Down From Her Deputy Leader Position of The Conservative Party The Treaty One Government is appalled by the recently published photo of Member of Parliament (MP) Candice Bergen wearing a MAGA (“Make America Great Again”) baseball cap. Candice Bergen is the current Deputy Leader of the Conservative Party and…
The Treaty One Nation Government is saddened by the news on the sudden passing of Kinonjeoshtegon (Jackhead) First Nation Chief Dave Traverse. Chief Traverse died on Tuesday, December 8, 2020. “We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family of Chief Traverse, to his friends and to the community of the Kinonjeoshtegon First Nation (KFN),” said…
Meeting Between Manitoba Chiefs and Premier Must End Racial Overtones: Chief Meeches The Treaty One Government has joined forces with other Chiefs and Indigenous organizations in Manitoba in condemning the language used by the provincial government to unnecessarily drive divisions between indigenous and non-indigenous people in Manitoba regarding the distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine. “As…
In August 2019, the Treaty One First Nations signed a Comprehensive Settlement Agreement with Canada for the transfer of Kapyong Lands to the Treaty One Nation. As part of the Agreement, the Treaty One Nation established a governance structure that will form the foundation for the Treaty One Nation Government, led by the Governing Council.…
The beat of a drum resounded through Lower Fort Garry on Monday as people from different nations and backgrounds came together to mark the 149th anniversary of Treaty 1, remembering the past, preparing for the future and dealing with the present and the COVID-19 pandemic. About 40 people attended the annual ceremony. This year was…
The Treaty One Development Corp. plans to convert the Kapyong Barracks land to a mixed-use development geared more towards walking than cars, but it will likely include a gas bar. As part of an urban reserve, the bands say the site will include First Nations designs, street names and traditional plants. They plan to negotiate a…
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KAPYONG PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT GOES VIRTUAL Detailed Website & Webinar Replace Face-to-Face Sessions, Due to COVID-19 May 19, 2020 – Manitobans interested in learning the latest on the re-development plans at the former Kapyong Barracks in Winnipeg can now do so from the comfort of their own homes. This is a change from the face-to-face…
On January 30, members of Treaty 1 Nation met with Leadership of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe to discuss future Relationship building, investment opportunities, property development, etc between to the two nations Treaty 1 Nation spokesman Chief Dennis Meeches and Chief Executive Officer, Whelan Sutherland presented gifts to Leadership of the Tribe in appreciation for their…
The Treaty One Council of Knowledge Keepers invites you to be a part of history! Enter your idea to create the legal name for our upcoming Urban Reserve (former Kapyong Barracks). $500.00 Cash Prize for the chosen name! Let your language, your indigenous heritage & your creativity shine! Learn more about the for background information…
Initial plans for the development of the Treaty 1-owned portion of Kapyong Barracks include homes, condos and student and elder housing, as well as an Indigenous War Museum and arena with an NHL-sized rink. The design and planning process officially began this week, with public consultation and the release of specific concepts expected to take…
On November 5, 2019, Treaty One Development Corporation held its first meeting with the Master Planners team to begin the strategic land planning for the Kapyong Barracks, the team will work with the Board and Staff in concrete planning for the development of Kapyong Barracks.
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Canada and Treaty One First Nations sign Comprehensive Settlement Agreement for Kapyong Barracks August 30, 2019 – Winnipeg, Manitoba – National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces In the spirit of collaboration and renewed relationships, the Government of Canada and the Treaty One First Nations today signed a Comprehensive Settlement Agreement for the former Kapyong Barracks…
Join us tomorrow at the Assiniboia Downs at 10:00am for an exciting announcement between the Treaty One Nations and Canada regarding the Kapyong Barracks that has been history in the making for the last 17 years.
Kathleen Martens – APTN News He is one of Canada’s most-decorated Indigenous war veterans. And on Saturday more accolades were heaped on Sgt. Tommy Prince of Manitoba. “(We have) designated Tommy Prince as a person of national historic significance,” Indigenous MP Robert Falcon-Ouellette told a crowd of military, political and Indigenous dignitaries at Lower Fort…
JUNE 21ST, 2019 – KAPYONG GATHERING LIST OF SPONSORS PCL Constructors Canada MNP LLP ODK Engineering Brokenhead Ojibway Nation – Chief Deb Smith Long Plain First Nation – Chief Dennis Meeches Peguis First Nation – Chief Glenn Hudson Sagkeeng First Nation – Chief Derrick Henderson
Hundreds of people from Treaty 1 First Nations gathered at the future home of an urban reserve in the heart of Winnipeg for a pow wow in celebration of National Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Friday. First Nation elders and chiefs, members of the Royal Canadian Air Force, and a few councillors from the city marched…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 7 Drums, 7 Tipis, 7 Treaty 1 Nations Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day – June 21 Kapyong Barracks Lands (Winnipeg, MB) On June 21, seven drums and seven tipis at Kapyong Barracks represent seven Treaty 1 Nations to share information with the public on the development of this area. “As…
A redeveloped Kapyong Barracks may include a sports facility, hotel, convention centre, war museum and an Indigenous hospice, a new drawing of the site reveals. The rendering shows the abandoned military base could also house numerous commercial and residential complexes and gas bars. The seven Treaty 1 First Nations taking over the site revealed a vision for the urban…
After more than a decade of court wrangling and negotiation, the Government of Canada and Treaty One First Nations have reached an Agreement in Principle for Winnipeg’s Kapyong Barracks. The announcement came from seven First Nations and Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan Wednesday morning. “I am absolutely excited about it,” said Long Plain Chief Dennis Meeches on Tuesday. “It’s been a long time…
