Aniin, Boozhoo!
We are proud and honoured to announce that our community of Sagkeeng will be host to the 2025 Manitoba Indigenous Summer Games (MISG) South Sagkeeng taking place from August 17th to August 23rd. This prestigious event will bring together athletes from across the province to showcase their talent and sportsmanship in a spirit of friendly competition.
Sagkeeng Anishinabe First Nation the Hub of the Games are excited to welcome participants, spectators, VIPs, and supporters to our beautiful region for this exciting sporting event. We look forward to providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all involved and are honored to share the culture and hospitality with visitors near and far. We thank the Manitoba Aboriginal Sports & Recreation Council for their support, collaboration, and dedication to promoting sports and recreation within the Indigenous & Metis communities of the province.
The Games are a momentous occasion as the Northeastern Nations Friends of the Games and Sagkeeng prepares to host for the first time on the east side of the province since its inception in 1999. We ask you to join us in celebrating the athleticism, teamwork, and community spirit of all athletes who will be competing in sports of 3D Archery, Athletics, Ball Hockey, Basketball, and Golf with Lacrosse being a demo sport and dragon boat and flag football being exhibition sports.
We welcome you all to the area and pray for a safe journey to and from the event. It is our goal to make these Games a very memorable experience for all who venture to our communities, and we wish all the participants at the Games good luck in their chosen sports!
You are all champions win or lose, have fun and a wonderful time!
Meegwetch,
Chief EJ Fontaine
Chief EJ Fontaine
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The Sagkeeng First Nation and the Friends of the Games committee welcome you to the Sagkeeng Indigenous Summer Games. This gathering is more than just a celebration of sport; it is a testament to our resilience, culture, and the unity that binds our communities together.
These games represent the spirit of our ancestors, who taught us the importance of strength, and respect. As a child, I remember other First Nations coming to Sagkeeng and participating in sports in our community. The games we now plan for our youth revive the traditions that our communities enjoyed and will continue for future generations.
We encourage the participants to have fun and continue their determination to compete. We thank all the volunteers, communities, athletes’ coaches, and refs for their continued support. The Sagkeeng Friends of the Games appreciate your attendance at this event as these games bring past and present memories and create new ones together.
Welcome to Sagkeeng enjoy your week visiting and making new friends.
Megwetch/Thank You,
Allan Courchene
Chairman Sagkeeng Friends of The Games
Allan Courchene
Allan Courchene
Chairman
Aniin, Tansi, Boozhoo, Welcome
I started working with youth at Black River back in 1996. Every time I see kids playing sports I think back to those games that we attended back then. We travelled to Peguis, Opaskwayak Cree Nation, Cross Lake Cree Nation, Brandon. Most of our kids got to play. Families would come out to watch. Parents brothers sisters - everybody cheering them on.
Sadly, some of those kids are no longer with us.
These Games aren't just about sports. They're about giving our youth something to dream for something to shoot for. Young people need something to look forward to. They need to feel that support and know their community believes in them.
When I see youth participating in sports today I see hope. I see them finding strength building confidence, self-esteem, and making connections that will carry them through life. These Games are about families coming together communities supporting each other and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
These Games belong to our youth. This is their time to shine. And we're ready to cheer them on.
Allister Courchene
Games Manager