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.
SVDN Dakota Iapi ProgramOpen House/Registration/Info SessionWednesday, September 21st, 2 – 6 PMSVDN Community Centre The SVDN Dakota Iapi Program is inviting the community to come and check out what Dakota Iapi is about and sharing
Due to recent phone issues we would like to remind our customers that the best number to reach us currently will be: 204-500-1615 We would also like to remind customers that you can still place
The Sioux Valley Housing Department will be accepting applications for the following units: Unit #1004-206 Vacant Rental Unit 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom (prepared tenancy) Rent ($300.00) Unit #1002-208 Vacant Rental Unit 2 Bedroom 1 bathroom
SVDN Department Notice: Housing The Sioux Valley Housing Department will be needing the community’s assistance in completing a questionnaire/survey/report on each home in Sioux Valley. Starting on Monday, September 19, 2022 and continuing until completed
SVDN JOB FAIR SVDN Community CentreWednesday, October 19th, 202210:00 AM – 3:00 PM Please bring your resumes
Wipazoka Wakpa Girls Club Ages 13-17September 15 & 29, 20225:30 – 7:30 PM Limited Spots AvailableTo sign up please call Harlene @204-855-3284 Transportation ProvidedJordan’s Principle Building
VACCINATION CLINIC Ages 3 and under Tuesday September 13, 202210AM – 4PM Sioux Valley Health Centre
