
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.
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Jordan’s Principle PlaygroupAges 2 to 6 years old. February 9 – Playgroup & JP BuildingValentine’s Day Theme February 16 – sliding February 23 – Lunch in Virden1:30 pm – 3:30 pmLimited Spaces Please contactBetsy @
Dakota language classes will now resume on TUESDAY and THURSDAY EVENINGS from 5 – 7 PM at the Community Centre Classes resuming tonight
SVDN is pleased to announce we are partnering with the Brandon Wheat Kings to recognize Truth and Reconciliation. On Tuesday, January 31st, 2023 we will kick off the “Orange Jersey Project”. Orange Jersey Project –
Day 1: 8:00AM – Registration Opens9:00AM – Opening Prayer/Prayer Song9:10AM – Intro by SVDN Chief Jennifer Bone & Director of Intergovernmental Relations Tricia Hayward9:20AM – Roles of Men & Women (Elder Oswald McKay & Elder
Jordan’s Principle Presents: A Milestone Presentation January 24th 2023 1pm 0-2 Years 2pm 3-5 Years Snacks & Gifts For All in Attendance Call (204) 720-2450 For Transportation
Sioux Valley Education Grade’s 5/6 will be having a Hot Dog Sale on Friday January 20th 2023. $2 for a hot dog and juice.
Monday January 23rd 2023 12pm Located at the Wipazoka Wakpa Veterans Hall Bring your own dishes!
January 26th-29th 2023 Keystone Centre, Brandon MB. Admission: $20 Daily Age 0-6 Free Age 60+ Free Events: -Minor Hockey -Adult Hockey -Volleyball -Wacipi -Moccasin Game -Talent Show -Trade Show -3v3 Basketball -Pool Tournament -Bingo -Square