Youth from across Manitoba gathered in The Pas this past weekend for the Manitoba Aboriginal Friendship Centres Indigenous Youth Gathering.

 

Members of the ECFC Navigation Horizon Program and ECFC Youth Council took part in the event, connecting with other Indigenous youth, sharing experiences, and building new friendships.

 

The gathering also included an election for Manitoba’s next Youth Representative, who will represent Indigenous youth from the province at the national level.

 

Maddy from the Dauphin Friendship Centre was selected for the role.

 

ECFC youth also participated in Strong Roots, Strong Leaders training, gaining leadership skills and knowledge to bring back to their communities.

 

The gathering also marked the 60th anniversary of the The Pas Friendship Centre.