The University College of the North in The Pas, Manitoba, has announced a new workshop to teach participants how to make traditional ribbon skirts and men’s traditional shirts. The upcoming community event will allow students and local residents to learn cultural sewing skills directly on the campus. It will be held on March 14 and 15, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
The Mamawechetotan Centre is organizing the sessions to provide a space for traditional practices and craft sessions. The centre acts as a cultural hub for the university by connecting students with Elders who share their knowledge and provide guidance.
The Pas campus is located on Treaty 5 Territory and sits near the Opaskwayak Cree Nation. By hosting the Ribbon Skirt and Men’s Traditional Shirt Making workshop, the school is working to include more traditional knowledge in everyday campus life.
These workshops are part of a larger effort to support the identity of Indigenous students in northern Manitoba. Participants have the opportunity to engage in hands-on learning while celebrating local heritage and artistic skills.
