Indigenous-led organization opens expanded Winnipeg campus, cultural space

An Indigenous-led organization has officially opened the doors on its long-awaited expansion project in Winnipeg.

Construction on Ka Ni Kanichihk Inc.'s $14-million campus and cultural space at 455 McDermot Ave. began in June 2023 and received funding from the federal and provincial governments, along with the City of Winnipeg.

The net zero building will host about 70 per cent of the organization’s cultural and educational programming, executive director Jackie Anderson said Tuesday.

“We are celebrating a milestone in our community,” Anderson said.

The facility has classrooms for two programs, including Honouring Gifts for young Indigenous mothers, along with the social innovation and community development program , which offers accreditation from Red River College Polytech.

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