Wipazoka Wakpa Oyate
The Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
Governance Website is a key
communication tool for all
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
citizens wherever they reside.
Governance Website is a key
communication tool for all
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
citizens wherever they reside.
Welcome to Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
The Sioux Valley Dakota Nation Governance Website is a key communication tool for all Sioux Valley Dakota Nation (SVDN) citizens wherever they reside. Sioux Valley Dakota Nation strives to provide information in a clear and transparent manner, and to reflect accountability to its citizenship.
SVDN, formerly called the Oak River Reserve, is located on the banks of the Assiniboine River in Southwestern Manitoba. The Oak River Reserve was created by an Order in Council of the Government of Canada in 1876. Sioux Valley Dakota Nation is the largest Dakota Nation in Canada with a membership of approximately 2500. SVDN is not a signatory to a Treaty.
On July 1, 2014, SVDN achieved the status of self-government with recognized jurisdiction by both Canada and Manitoba in over 50 areas, creating a true Nation-to-Nation and Government-to-Government relationship between SVDN, Canada, and Manitoba. The self-government negotiation process took over 20 years to achieve. SVDN continues to lead and progress by becoming the only self-governing Dakota Nation in Canada recognized by both the Federal and Provincial governments, and the only self-governing First Nation in the Prairie Provinces. By continuing with the relationship development with Canada and Manitoba during the negotiation process, Sioux Valley continues to open new doors.
SVDN is abundant in its culture, language and traditions. The ability to continue with the traditional values of the Oceti Sakowin will only bring good things for the community through the spirit of sharing and helping each other now and for generations to come.
Upcoming
Upcoming Events
- SVDN Event: BIRS Workshop #4 - Visualization and Field Scenario September 23, 2023 at 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Brandon University, 270 18th St, Brandon, MB R7A 6A9, Canada Workshop #4: Visualization and Field Scenario: Location - Brandon University. In this hands-on workshop, participants will have the opportunity to use computer software to interpret images from different equipment used in the field, including drone and GPR.The final day will be a stimulated scenario where participants will be guided through the entire process - from starting…
- SVDN Event: BIRS Workshop #4 - Visualization and Field Scenario September 24, 2023 at 10:00 am – 5:00 pm Brandon University, 270 18th St, Brandon, MB R7A 6A9, Canada Workshop #4: Visualization and Field Scenario: Location - Brandon University. In this hands-on workshop, participants will have the opportunity to use computer software to interpret images from different equipment used in the field, including drone and GPR.The final day will be a stimulated scenario where participants will be guided through the entire process - from starting…
SVDN School Calendar
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Community News
SVDN – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (2023.09.30)
September 20, 2023
On July 20th, 2021 the Government of Canada officially passed legislation to make September 30th a Federal Statutory Holiday known as the ‘National Day for Truth and Reconciliation’. Formerly ‘Orange Shirt Day’, this day provides an
SVDN Education Notice – Early Dismissal (2023.09.20)
September 20, 2023
September 20, 2023 Han/Good Morning! Just a reminder of the early dismissal at 11:45 AM today for all Sioux Valley Education. All staff will be attending a STANTEC presentation this afternoon. There will be regular
Events
SVDN – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (2023.09.30)
On July 20th, 2021 the Government of Canada officially passed legislation to make September 30th a Federal Statutory Holiday known as the ‘National Day for Truth and Reconciliation’. Formerly ‘Orange Shirt Day’, this day provides an
SVDN Event: Orange Shirt Day At The BIRS Site (2023.09.30)
Orange Shirt DayAt The Brandon Residential School Site Saturday, September 30th, 2023 10:15 AM –Transportation to the event leaving from the Gaming Centre11:00 AM –Opening Prayer, Ceremony, Event Begins12:00 PM –Lunch Feast4:30 PM –Closing Prayer,
SVDN Event: BIRS Site Search Workshop Series: Workshop #4 – Visualization & Field Scenario (2023.09.23+24)
BIRS Site Search Workshop Series: Workshop #4 – Visualization & Field ScenarioSept 23 + 2410:00 AM to 5:00 PMLocation: Brandon University (BB 3-44) Breakfast and Lunch provided.Registrants must be 18 years of age or older
Wayne Chacun NDP Community Engagement (2023.09.21)
Wayne Chacunfor Riding MountainManitoba’s NDPThursday, September 21, 202311:00 amSVDN Governance Building Bagged lunch will be provided for more information, please contact:Tricia HaywardDirector, Intergovernmental Relations & Implementation DepartmentPhone: 204.855.2760Email: irid.director@svdngovernance.com
DTS Annual General Meeting & Celebration (2023.10.12)
DTS Annual General Meeting & Celebration (2023.10.12) DAKOTA TIWAHE SERVICES INC.INVITES YOU TO ATTEND:Annual General Meeting & Celebration of 1st Year Anniversary of receivingOur Provincial Interim Mandate on (July 4, 2022)SAVE THE DATE:Thursday October 12,
