The Forks

Attack of the Bloodsuckers! Exhibition

Explore the science of what’s biting you in the skin-crawling Attack Of The Bloodsuckers! exhibition at the Manitoba Children's Museum! This family-friendly exhibition examines the what, why, when, and how of mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, leeches, and other parasites. Learn why bloodsuckers are important to the ecosystem – and how to keep them out of YOUR system!

Live leech feedings will occur at 11:00 AM on the following days:

• Thursday, July 17
• Thursday, August 7
• Thursday, August 28

Location: Manitoba Children's Museum

National Indigenous Peoples Day at the Children's Museum

Join us on Saturday, June 21 from 11:00AM - 3:00PM as we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day. This is a day to celebrate and learn about the history and diversity of Indigenous Peoples in Manitoba. Create a bison herd with Ojibwe artist Alice RL, experience traditional storytelling with respected Elder Barb Nepinak, help us build a teepee in Time Squared, and join us for story times at 12:00PM & 2:00PM.

Learn more.

11AM-3PM

Location: Manitoba Children's Museum

National Indigenous Peoples Day at The Forks

On June 21, The Forks will co-host National Indigenous Peoples Day with the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba (TRCM).

The day will be celebrated with Indigenous performers, including dancers, musicians, and DJs. Programming will also include Inuit games, Pitikwé demonstrations at The Plaza Skate Park, a Kookum fashion show, a handmade market, and more. Start Indigenous Peoples Day with a Pipe Ceremony and teachings shared by Elders, honouring the stories, strength, and resilience of Indigenous communities, especially in this moment of significant displacement due to Manitoba’s wildfires.

Events running throughout the day 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

• Oodena Celebration Circle: Sacred Fire and Handmade Market
• Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba (TRCM) Agowiidiwinan Centre: Elders Space, bannock and stew
• Food Trucks

HOURLY BREAKDOWN

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

• Oodena Celebration Circle: Pipe and Water Ceremony

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

• The Market/Patio: Bannock Breakfast
• Oodena Celebration Circle: Singing and Drumming with Mary Black
• STARTING AT 10:30 AM The Plaza Skate Park: Píhtikwé Demo – spray paint and stencils for boards/shirts, sticker giveaway
  • For people who want to make a donation for fire relief, Píhtikwé Skatepark will be accepting donations for the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs at The Plaza Skate Park from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Port: Children’s Workshop with Echo Theatre

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

• The Market/Patio: Bannock Breakfast
• Oodena Celebration Circle: Two-Spirit Teachings
• The Plaza Skate Park: Píhtikwé Demo – spray paint and stencils for boards/shirts, sticker giveaway
  • For people who want to make a donation for fire relief, Píhtikwé Skatepark will be accepting donations for the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs at The Plaza Skate Park from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Port: Poetry Workshop with Erin McGregor

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

• The Market/Patio: Kookum Fashion Show
• Oodena Celebration Circle: Children's Book Reading with Ashley Cook
• The Plaza Skate Park: Píhtikwé Demo – spray paint and stencils for boards/shirts, sticker giveaway
  • For people who want to make a donation for fire relief, Píhtikwé Skatepark will be accepting donations for the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs at The Plaza Skate Park from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Port: “Critter Dipping” activity with Oak Hammock Marsh

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

• The Market/Patio: Singing by Ayaya
• Oodena Celebration Circle: Music by KWIAT
• The Plaza Skate Park: Píhtikwé Demo – spray paint and stencils for boards/shirts, sticker giveaway
  • For people who want to make a donation for fire relief, Píhtikwé Skatepark will be accepting donations for the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs at The Plaza Skate Park from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Port: “Critter Dipping” activity with Oak Hammock Marsh

2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

• The Market/Patio: Fiddle Performance with Kieran and Lily
• Oodena Celebration Circle: Live Music by Sassy Mellows
• The Plaza Skate Park: Píhtikwé Demo – spray paint and stencils for boards/shirts, sticker giveaway
  • For people who want to make a donation for fire relief, Píhtikwé Skatepark will be accepting donations for the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs at The Plaza Skate Park from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Port: Jingle Dress Dancer
• Teepee at The Port: Indigenous Bar Association discussion on Indigenous Law Development with Melinda Moch and Janell Jackson

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• The Market/Patio: DJ set with The Kaptain
• Oodena Celebration Circle: Tobacco Tie Making
• UNTIL 3:30 PM The Plaza Skate Park: Píhtikwé Demo – spray paint and stencils for boards/shirts, sticker giveaway
  • For people who want to make a donation for fire relief, Píhtikwé Skatepark will be accepting donations for the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs at The Plaza Skate Park from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM
• Port: Fancy Bustle Dancers
• Teepee at The Port: Indigenous Bar Association discussion on Indigenous Law Development with Melinda Moch and Janell Jackson

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

• The Market/Patio: Gator  
• Oodena Celebration Circle: Inuit Games with Tunngasuigit Inuit Resource Centre
• Port: Hoop Dancers

5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• The Market/Patio: Inuit Games with Tunngasuigit Inuit Resource Centre
• Oodena Celebration Circle: Smudge and Closing Ceremony
• Port: Fancy Shawl and Grass Dancers

Schedule, times and locations may be subject to change on-site.

This project has been made possible in part by the Government of Canada. 

Join The Forks for 11 days of programming! "Many Nations, One Heartbeat" takes place June 21-July 1. 

Location: Multiple Locations