SVDN Mourners Feast (2026.07.17)
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation will be holding a Mourner’s Feast on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Noon. All are welcome Please bring own dishes, bowls & cutlery
FNSO Emergency Number: 1-204-512-0858
SVDN Drug Tip Line Call or Text: 1-204-901-4527
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
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.
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.
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Events
SVDN – Sunshine & Summer Day Camps (2026.07.07) ***CANCELLED***
***CANCELLED*** SVDN – Sunshine & Summer Day Camps Snacks and Lunch Provided 1:1 Support Available JULY Tuesdays Ages 5-9 Thursdays Ages 10-15 To register please contact: Candace Blahy (204) 855-2690 candace.blahy@svdngovernance.com OR Sasha Blacksmith (204) 901-2751 sasha.blacksmith@svdngovernance.com Tuesdays Ages 5-9July 7th –
*POSTPONED* SVDN Health Fair (2026.07.08)
*POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE* SVDN Health FairSV Park Gazebo10am – 3pm Face Painting, Frozen Treats, Bouncy Castle, BBQ Bison Burgers, Fun games, Guest Speakers & much more… Bring Family & Friends
SVDN Education – Battle of Little Bighorn Youth Learning Gathering (2026.06.25-26)
Battle of the Little Bighorn Youth Learning Gathering Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn (1876–2026) June 25–26, 2026Sioux Valley Dakota Nation Pow Wow Grounds Presented by:Sioux Valley School, in collaboration
POSTPONED – SVDN Lands Presentations & Updates (2026.06.30)
POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES Come join us for presentations and updateshosted by the Lands Department The youth of the Lands Department will be presenting on what projects they’ve been
SVDN Gardens Event – Pshdayapi Planting Workshop (2026.05.29)-POSTPONED
*POSTPONED* Due to the recent passing and out of respect for the family, we have made the decision to postpone this event to a later date. Thank you for your understanding. Pshdayapi Planting Workshop Come
Community News
SVDN Flood Notice – Sand Bagger Assistant Honorariums (2026.07.17) *UPDATED*
July 16, 2026
Honorarium cheques for the emergency flood relief workers who assisted with sand bagging will continue to be available TODAY at the Gaming Centre Security desk for those who were unable to pick them up yesterday.
SVDN Community Notice – Manitoba Highway 21 Now Open (2026.07.16)
July 16, 2026
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation members, Manitoba Infrastructure and Highways (MTI) have officially reopened Highway 21.Please be patient and cautious when crossing.Thank You
SVDN Mourners Feast (2026.07.17)
July 15, 2026
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation will be holding a Mourner’s Feast on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Noon. All are welcome Please bring own dishes, bowls & cutlery
