Restoring the Sacred – Cultural Facilitator

Restoring the Sacred – Cultural Facilitator

40 hours per week – Term until March 31, 2026

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Cultural Facilitator that will play a vital role in supporting youth through meaningful, hands‑on cultural experiences after school with the Restoring the Sacred program. This position creates welcoming and engaging spaces where youth can connect to culture, community, and identity through teachings, creativity, and land‑based learning. This role is ideal for someone who is confident in their cultural knowledge, comfortable leading activities independently, and passionate about sharing teachings in a good way. You will design and facilitate cultural programming that supports youth wellbeing, belonging, and pride in who they are.

Restoring the Sacred is an after‑school program for high school aged Indigenous youth who are transitioning to Winnipeg so they can remain focused on their education, meet new friends, grow and share new experiences in a positive and safe environment, and provides prevention support against exploitation.

What You Will Be Doing

- Plan, create, and facilitate after‑school cultural activities for youth

- Lead cultural programming such as: Drumming and songs, Beading and cultural arts, Ribbon skirt making, Land‑based outings and teachings, Storytelling and knowledge sharing

- Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space where youth feel respected and supported

- Share cultural teachings in a way that honours protocol, community values, and lived experience

- Build trusting relationships with youth and support positive identity development

- Work independently to plan sessions, gather supplies, and manage activity flow

- Collaborate with program staff to align activities with youth needs and program goals

- Support youth participation with patience, encouragement, and flexibility

Who You Are

- Knowledgeable and confident in your cultural teachings, skills, and practices

- Comfortable leading groups independently and adapting activities as needed

- Experienced working with youth in community‑based or cultural settings

- Grounded, reliable, and able to hold space with care and respect

- Organized and proactive in planning activities and preparing materialsAble to engage youth with different interests, energy levels, and needs

- Committed to creating culturally safe, trauma‑informed, and youth‑centered spaces

What You Bring

- Strong knowledge of Indigenous cultural practices such as drumming, beading, ribbon skirt making, land‑based teachings, or similar

- Experience facilitating cultural or educational activities with youth

- Confidence sharing teachings in group settings

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

- Strong communication and relationship‑building skills

- Flexibility, creativity, and a positive approach to working with youth

- Clear Criminal Record Check, Child and Adult Abuse Registry Check

- A valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle

What We Offer:

- Competitive wage to honour cultural teachings and experience

- Long‑Term Disability & Life Insurance

- Employer Contributed RRSP; up to 5% match

- Employee and Family Assistance Program with Consult + and Telus Health

- Cultural Ways of Being; Knowledge Keepers and Kookums, medicine picking, sweats, ceremony, smudging on‑site

- Wellness Days, in addition to Vacation Days

- Work‑life balance and casual dress

- Training and Development opportunities

- Free on‑site parking

- Employee appreciation and wellness events

To Apply:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter and resume, detailing how you meet the requirements of this position (with salary expectations).

Ka Ni Kanichihk remains committed to achieving employment equity. Candidates are strongly encouraged to self‑declare in their cover letter if they are of Indigenous ancestry.

Please forward your cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources

Winnipeg, MB R3A 0B5

Ka Ni Kanichihk thanks all applicants, however, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

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