Reconciliation in Action.
A Bold Vision for a Better Future.
SCO’s Wehwehneh Bahgahkinahgohn Project Reimagines Iconic Hudson’s Bay Heritage Building After HBC Governor Makes Historic Gift
A Bold Vision for a New Future
SCO is transforming the iconic Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) heritage building in downtown Winnipeg. SCO has a visionary plan to turn the building into a space for economic and social reconciliation.
The Wehwehneh Bahgahkinahgohn project is the largest redevelopment of an historic building in Manitoba. Its revitalization will help to revive Winnipeg’s downtown.
Read more about the project here.
Save the Date: Binasi Economic Development Forum in March 2027
Binasi is back!
SCO and Southern Chiefs’ Economic Development invite you to register for Binasi 2027.
Join us on March 3 and 4, 2027, at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Treaty One Territory.
The forum will feature presentations, inspiring speakers, a trade show, networking opportunities, and the opportunity to connect, learn, and showcase First Nations economic development.
To register or to sponsor the event, click here.
SCO Honours First Nations Veterans
SCO is honouring First Nations Veterans, sharing their stories, and recognizing their service and sacrifices leading up to Indigenous Veterans Day on November 8 and Remembrance Day on November 11.
Through our First Nations Veterans Program, SCO advocates for First Nations Veterans and helps connect them with support and resources.
Visit and contribute to our Veterans’ Wall of Honour, which recognizes Veterans from SCO’s 33 Anishinaabe and Dakota member Nations.
Visit our Veterans Events page to find events and opportunities to honour those who served.
Learn more about SCO’s work to honour First Nations Veterans.
Interested in events? Visit our events webpage here!
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LEST WE FORGET: MEET VETERAN VINCE HENDERSON FROM PINAYMOOTANG FIRST NATION
Vince Henderson, a member of the Pinaymootang First Nation, dedicated 29 years of his life to the Canadian Armed Forces.
Enlisting in 1982, his career spanned 20 years of regular service and 9 years in the reserves.
Growing up in Transcona and throughout his time in uniform, Henderson frequently faced racism, but he found comfort and strength in his First Nations culture.
When asked what motivated him to enlist, Vince shared that reading about the legendary Sergeant Tommy Prince inspired him.
He wanted to pursue a path that would make his family proud while representing his country and Indigenous people within the military.
Following the completion of his service, Veteran Henderson is now working with SCO as a Program Advisor to our Health Transformation Team.
To honour the service and sacrifices of SCO citizens like Vince, SCO has been sharing stories from First Nations Veterans in recognition of Indigenous Veterans Day on November 8 and Remembrance Day on November 11.
To read profiles of other Veterans, visit SCO's Wall of Honour: scoinc.mb.ca/veterans-wall-of-honour/
To learn about SCO's First Nations Veterans Program, visit: scoinc.mb.ca/veterans-program/
#SCOINCMB #SCOVeterans #PinaymootangFirstNation #LestWeForget #TreatyTwo
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CELEBRATING OUR TALENT
Grand Chief Jerry Daniels of the Southern Chiefs' Organization (SCO), Chief Gordon Bluesky of Brokenhead Ojibway Nation, and other officials and representatives announced that musician Carly Rae Jepsen will host and perform at the Juno Awards on April 4, 2027, at the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg!
Performances by 2026 Polaris award winners Angine de Poitrine and Our Lady Peace will perform—the latter will also be inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
Music and stories of First Nations is part of our rich cultures.
As the Junos head back to Treaty One Territory, First Nations representation will help us ensure that our cultures and talents are celebrated.
The Juno Awards are Canada’s premier music awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in the Canadian music industry since 1970.
SCO welcomes any chance to highlight First Nation artists and inspire future generations of musicians.
We look forward to seeing our First Nations artists shine!
#SCOINCMB #Junoawards #Winnipeg #TreatyOne #Manitoba
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A LOOK BACK AT SCO'S VETERANS SUMMIT
The Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) recently hosted our Fourth Annual First Nations Veterans Summit in Winnipeg on Treaty One Territory.
Veterans, family members, and leaders gathered to recognize the sacrifices of First Nations service members and to learn more about available supports and services for Veterans.
The day included a pipe ceremony, songs, opening remarks/greetings, and a keynote speech by Veteran Dennis MacKenzie.
SCO's Justin Woodcock was recognized for his work and blanketed with a poppy quilt by his colleagues.
Justin reflects that this Summit was our best one yet!
"This was our fourth annual Veteran Summit and four is a sacred number," he shared. "It really shows through—the Summit has come full circle and has really grown."
Chi miigetch, pidamaya ye, and thank you to all the Veterans, families, guest speakers, and Chiefs who joined us.
SCO remains dedicated to advocating for the support our Veterans deserve.
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To learn more about SCO’s First Nation Veterans Program, visit: scoinc.mb.ca/veterans-program/
#SCOINCMB #SCOVeterans #FirstNations #LestWeForget #TreatyOne
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REMEMBRANCE AND CELEBRATION
Both came together in a beautiful way as the Long Plain First Nation marked Indigenous Veterans Day.
Almost 20 drums and dozens of registered dancers filled the Keeshkeemaquah Gaming Centre with incredible sights and sounds, as the Nation played host to its’ annual Veterans pow wow.
Youth Chief Lacy Bird of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization (SCO) joined Long Plain Chief David Meeches, along with other local leadership, in honouring our Veterans and their families.
The pow wow was just one in a series of events held this past weekend to acknowledge the courage and sacrifice that Indigenous Veterans have made while serving in Canada's military and police services—that also included SCO’s fourth annual First Nations Veterans Summit in Winnipeg.
Every November, SCO devotes much of our outreach and advocacy to recognizing and honouring the service of First Nations Veterans, all while providing the assistance they need to thrive in their communities.
SCO thanks Chief Meeches and the Long Plain First Nation for sharing in that mandate and for hosting a beautiful and fitting event to honour those who have served.
#SCOINCMB #SCOVeterans #LongPlainFirstNation #LestWeForget #IndigenousVeterans
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Congratulations to Brokenhead Ojibway Nation!
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SCO works to protect, preserve, promote, and enhance the inherent rights, languages, customs, and traditions of Anishinaabe and Dakota citizens, by working in critical areas such as Child and Family Services, Health Transformation, Justice, Water and Environment, Harm Reduction, Jordan’s Principle, Crisis Response, Non-Insured Health Benefits, Status Card and IDs, and First Nations Veterans.
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