Huddle Ka Ni Kanichihk
Cultural healing is at the core of what we do.
At Huddle Ka Ni Kanichihk, we work hard to give you access to cultural healing. We know that cultural practices can be key to leading a healthier, happier life, and it’s our honour to offer this.
Whether you come to Huddle for culturally based health and wellness services, including primary care (seeing a doctor or nurse about your physical and sexual health), employment services, substance use support, mentorship, recreation, Indigenous ceremony, or anything else, we want you to feel comfortable and respected, free from judgment and misunderstanding.
We are passionate advocates for our Indigenous communities and their wellness, but we welcome all of our surrounding neighbours to Huddle.
What we do
There are so many free events and programs you can join at Huddle Ka Ni Kanichihk, in-person or online! You’ll find health and wellness workshops, drop-in counselling, resume building workshops, cedar baths, Indigenous healing ceremonies, group activities like beading, community lunches, and so much more. Check out our event calendar to see what’s coming up!
Ongoing Weekly Programming
(twice monthly)
(every three months)
Where we are
455 McDermot Ave
Winnipeg, MB
R3A 0B5
Hours of Operation:
Monday – 11am-630pm
Tuesday – 11am-630pm
Wednesday – 11am-630pm
Thursday – 11am-630pm
Friday – 11am-630pm
One Saturday per month – 10am-6pm
Contact Us:
Phone: 204-953-5820
Visit our Contact Page for more resources if you need immediate help.
How to get here
Our youth hub is located at 455 McDermot, on the corner of McDermot and Gertie St. Come on in and you’ll be greeted by our friendly staff!
If you’re biking, you can bring your bike inside with you and we’ll make sure it’s safely stored.
Bus Routes Nearby:
D16, F5, F6, F8,
Who we are
Tansi, I'm Brandy. I love leading with kindness, empathy and community. I am passionate about creating welcoming, culturally safe spaces where youth feel heard and connected. I feel most blessed when building meaningful relationships and walking alongside others on their journeys.
Peer Support Worker
Hello! My name is Michael; I am a Peer Support Worker at Ka Ni Kanichihk. I was born and raised in the Elmwood area of Winnipeg. I have always enjoyed working with youth, all the way from 12 months to people my age. In my spare time I like to listen to music, play video games and do crosswords. My goal here at Huddle is to connect participants with stable housing, & identification (if needed). I look forward too seeing you! 🙂
Peer-to-Peer Supporter
Hey! My name is Paris, I’m the Peer to Peer Support Worker here at Huddle Ka Ni Kanichihk. I am passionate about connecting and offering a listening ear to anyone that may need. In my free time I love to play video games, listen to music, draw, paint, and create all sorts of art! My goal at Huddle is to connect with you all and support you with whatever you may need. Whether you want to talk, need access to hygiene products, or something to eat, I got you!
Program Coordinator
Hi, I'm Amber-Sky! I'm the Program Coordinator for Huddle and Youth Connect here at Ka Ni Kanichihk.
I love connecting young people with supports, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive. My goal is to help create a welcoming, judgement free space where youth feel heard, supported, and empowered to reach their goals. Over the year, I've worked in a variety of roles supporting youth, families and communities, Including advocacy, family planning, crisis intervention, mentoring and system navigation.
Whether you need help finding resources, navigating challenges or just someone to talk to, I'm here to help 🙂
Systems Navigator
Hey, I’m Karlii. I’m the Systems Navigator with Huddle at Ka Ni Kanichihk, and I’m here to help you figure out what you need and how to get it. Part of what I love about my role is that I get to advocate alongside youth in real time. That means showing up with you to places like EIA and CFS agencies, helping you understand your options and making sure your voice is heard in spaces that can feel overwhelming. I know what it feels like to navigate hard things, and I’m genuinely glad to be in your corner. I live with ADHD, and I think it’s one of the reasons I connect well with people. It shapes how I think and how I show up, and it’s taught me that our differences are worth understanding, not hiding. My path here wasn’t straight. I grew up in the inner city, was part of the CFS system and had my first experience with the justice system at 13. Those experiences didn’t define me but they do drive me.
The services at Huddle Ka Ni Kanichihk are provided in part by Ka Ni Kanichihk, Manitoba Harm Reduction Network, Klinic Community Health, Addictions Foundation Manitoba (AFM) and others.
At Huddle, youth have a safe space to be authentically themselves. We welcome and respect people of all sexual orientations, gender identities, ethnicities, faiths, race/nationalities, and abilities.
We empower all youth, families, and service providers to show the same respect to others and to celebrate each other’s differences.
Get Involved
We acknowledge all of our relatives of these lands of Treaties #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5. The Anishinaabeg, Inniniwak, Dakota, Metis, Anish-Ininew, Dene, the ancestors and descendants, and the Inuit who make the lands Manito Ahbi their home.
We also honour those who are still to come and commit ourselves to honouring the true spirit and intent of any and all treaties and agreements. We acknowledge that we, all our nations, were in a relationship long before the boundaries of what is now known as Canada were formed.
We honour all of our relatives, the four-legged, winged, swimmers, crawlers, lands and waters.