Elders Gathering 2026 - REGISTRATION FULL
Isaiah Thomas • May 14, 2026
Attention Elders:
Due to the high volume of registrations received, we have now reached full capacity for the 2026 Elders Gathering. As we prioritize the health and safety of our Elders, we will not be accepting any further registrations after May 14, 2026.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding, as we know this is a highly anticipated event.
Thank you,
The Elders Gathering Team

The Agency held its annual Honouring Our Babies 2026 event at both Maamawibiway and Winnipeg Office locations on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. 17 babies attended the Winnipeg event which featured a Baby Show Contest, a soft-play area, bounce house, photobooth and craft stations for onesie or block painting. An introduction of the 2025-2026 babies followed with gifts, parent teachings presented by Elder Cedar Clements, Children’s Drum Song performed by Reclaiming Our ways Worker Shyanne Sinclair, water teachings and a fanning ceremony 35 Babies attended Maamawibiway, the day was filled with creative crafting, fun games, and opportunities to capture special moments with photos. Roaming baby characters added excitement and laughter. Bingo gave everyone a chance to relax and enjoy some fun. The highlight of the event was the Honouring Our Babies ceremony, a meaningful moment that recognized and celebrated the importance of each child, surrounding them with love, culture, and community support. BABY PHOTOS FOR ATTENDEES: For those in attendance at the Maamawibiway - Honouring Our Babies event can download your photos here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/2zta9nzsdz2rtxj36u9ai/AGI2sefnXdvAbpM0rgGmLzY?rlkey=39m0o3fbww3r2de1ubgnnc47m&st=219vn1v8&dl=0

*IMPORTANT UPDATE* Attention Elders: Due to the high volume of registrations received, we have now reached full capacity for the 2026 Elders Gathering. As we prioritize the health and safety of our Elders, we will not be accepting any further registrations after May 14, 2026. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding, as we know this is a highly anticipated event. Thank you, The Elders Gathering Team Schedule is subject to change.









