Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management

Community and partners

Our FKRM community spans the globe. From alumni working overseas, for professional sports organizations, to job opportunities right here at home, our students and grads are making an impact on the health and vibrancy of their communities.

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Indigenous faculty initiatives

  • The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management is dedicated to creating pathways to Indigenous achievement.

    The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininew, Anisininew, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

    We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of Reconciliation and collaboration.

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Commitment to Indigenous Engagement

Indigenous Faculty and Scholars

Indigenous Faculty and Scholars

Land-based Education Conference

Outdoor Land-based Education Conference (2019)

Elders, knowledge keepers, and educators converged to the grounds of the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation Aug. 28-29 to share and discuss ways to incorporate land-based education into post-secondary curriculums.

    SPARC

    Sport Physical Activity and Recreation in the Community Certificate Program (SPARC)

    This certificate program was created to build the capacity of First Nations schools and educational leaders to deliver quality physical education and recreation programming throughout communities in Manitoba. The courses are related to physical activity, sport, recreation, fitness, health and wellness, delivered with Indigenous perspectives and teachings and adapted for delivery in the community. UM Today covers SPARC in more detail.

      Rec and Read

      Rec and Read

      Rec and Read is a safe and culturally affirming recreation program designed by, and for, Indigenous youth and other young people from diverse populations. Founded by Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management Prof. Joannie Halas, the program connects university staff and students with local schools, community agencies and government partners. University and community mentors work with high school mentors to plan and deliver weekly after-school physical activity, nutrition, and education activities for early-years students. The program also acts as an intercultural service-learning site for U of M students.

        Sport and Reconciliation

        Sport and Reconciliation Gathering (2018)

        The inaugural Sport and Reconciliation Gathering at the University of Manitoba wrapped up Friday, Feb. 23 with a succinct message: sport fosters trust and belonging—but significant action is required to build mutually beneficial relationships to forge a path forward for Reconciliation to work. The emotional three-day forum explored ways to achieve the Truth & Reconciliation Commission’s nine Calls to Action related to sport (#87-#91) and education (#62-#65) that will support the development of culturally relevant sport, recreation, and physical education systems. There's much more on this topic on UM Today.

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