Huddle Selkirk
At our youth hub, youth take the lead
We’re a warm, vibrant social space that offers free counseling, addictions support, cultural healing and ceremony, primary care (seeing a doctor or nurse about your physical and sexual health), youth employment services, recreation, and more. Stop in, grab a coffee, charge your phone, relax and stay awhile. Here, you’re empowered to make your own choices toward the care you want, when you want it. 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 Selkirk! You’ll find mental health counselling, youth employment services, ping pong and video games, Indigenous healing ceremonies, group activities like board games and self-care activities, and so much more. Check out our event calendar to see what’s coming up!
Ongoing Weekly Programming:
Our programming is a combination of drop-in and appointment. It might change from time to time, so feel free to call ahead to confirm. Our Facebook page “Huddle Selkirk” will also have our monthly calendar displayed.
Peer Support/ Drop-In
10am – 6pm
Mental Health Clinician
10am – 6pm
Youth Substance Counsellor
1pm – 4:30pm
Peer Support/ Drop in
10am-6pm
Peer Support/ Drop-In
10 am-6pm
Mental Health Clinician
9am – 4:30pm
**First Wednesday of month -Youth Employment Services 1pm – 4:30pm
Peer Support/ Drop-In
12pm – 8pm
Mental Health Clinician
12pm – 8pm
**We offer FREE rides home
from 7-7:30pm on Thursdays. Call the office to set up.
Peer Support/ Drop in
12pm-8pm
Where we are
Unit 102-620 Manitoba Avenue
Selkirk, Manitoba
R1A 0Z4
Hours of Operation
10am – 6pm on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays
12pm – 8pm on Thursdays & Fridays.
We offer FREE rides home between 7:00-7:30pm every Thursday evening. Please call our office to set up a ride home.
Closed on Saturdays & Sundays, except for special events
Contact Us
204-482-9813
Email: huddleselkirk@peguisfirstnation.ca
Facebook & Instagram: @HuddleSelkirk
Phone and emails are not monitored 24/7. Visit our Contact Page for more resources if you need immediate help.
How to get here
Huddle Selkirk is located at the Peguis building on Manitoba Avenue (and near Mercy Street) near the railroad tracks and across the street from Selkirk Mental Health Centre.
We have FREE parking in front of the building.
We offer FREE rides home between 7:00-7:30pm every Thursday evening. Please call our office to set up a ride home.
Will’s Taxi: 204-482-4111
Papa Rides: 204-904-7561
Bruno Taxi: 204-406-0710
Who we are
Peer Leader
Hi, my name is Donavan Thomas (he/him) and I’m a member of Peguis First Nation. Along with my partner we have been foster parents for over four years to our nephew and two nieces. In my spare time I enjoy watching my nieces play soccer and going on family outings. I used to do amateur boxing where I was a three-time Manitoba provincial champion and two times I won bronze at the Canadian Nationals Championships. Before COVID, I was going to the University of Winnipeg in the Access Program, as my goal is to become a teacher.
Peer Leader
Hello, My name Is Krista Whitehead (She/Her/Ikwe). I am one of the Peer Leaders here at Huddle Selkirk, I am a proud Oji-Cree Woman and a member of Peguis First Nation but have resided here in Selkirk my whole life. I hold a diploma in Child and Youth Care and have always had a passion to help guide youth while they find their own unique path. Being able to do this heart work in my own community is where I have always wanted to be. As well as advocating for Indigenous voices in a society that marginalizes them. When I’m not working, my time is devoted to my two children and husband who keep me grounded and full of life. I look forward to meeting and working with all of you!
Mental Health Clinician
Hey there! I’m Jenn, the Mental Health Clinician at Huddle Selkirk. I am a Swampy Cree woman with roots in Treaty 5 and I grew up in Winnipeg. I have a Bachelor of Social Work degree from the University of Manitoba with a passion for advocating for youth & social justice issues. When I’m not supporting folks in the community on an interpersonal level, I enjoy creating memories with my family. In my spare time, I love learning about holistic healing, home & building design, grabbing a coffee with friends or taking time in solitude. Everyone’s on a journey—I’d love to connect with you on yours!
Administrative Assistant
Hi There! My name is Lisa Stevenson I am originally from Peguis First Nation, but grew up in Selkirk, MB. I am the daughter of two residential school survivors and a proud mother of three. I am a singer/songwriter, performer and visual artist. I graduated in Television Broadcasting/Office Administration and worked in Communications for several years. I am very excited to be a part of this new endeavor with Huddle Selkirk with its amazing vision and goals for youth. I am the Administrative Assistant that will be looking forward to seeing you walk through the doors. I know without a doubt, that this Initiative will benefit our community greatly.
Our integrated youth services at Huddle Selkirk are provided by Peguis First Nation in partnership with the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority, Youth Employment Services, the Lord Selkirk School Division, CMHA Interlake Eastern Region, Addictions Foundation of Manitoba (AFM), and the START program.
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
Create positive change in your community and lead by example! If you’re between the ages of 12 and 29, come join our Youth Advisory Council—we’d love to have you. You’ll get the chance to help plan events, make decisions for our youth-led programming, and provide mentorship to other youth seeking support.
We also have openings available on our Family Advisory Council, to help shape the programs and services we offer for the caregivers and caring adults who support youth.
Our youth hubs are located on Treaty 1 and Treaty 2 territories. These lands on which we gather are the traditional territories of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Assiniboine, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and the birthplace of the Métis Nation.
