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SDG 8

Examples of UN SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth in Action

This page highlights stories and examples of UN Sustainable Development Goal 8 in action. SDG 8 aims to promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all. This goal focuses on fostering economic growth that benefits everyone, reducing inequality, and ensuring safe, fair, and inclusive work environments. It also emphasizes the importance of providing equal opportunities for all, particularly for vulnerable groups such as women, youth, and persons with disabilities. By supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and job creation, SDG 8 seeks to create economies that provide good-quality jobs and sustainable livelihoods, contributing to poverty reduction and improved well-being for all.

View more examples of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) here.

This week, team members engaged in meaningful discussions about leadership, emphasizing the importance of actions over titles as part of our 2024-2025 Fall and Winter Arts Incubator mentorship program. We shared insights on how intentional actions can inspire others and foster teamwork, and we expressed our gratitude to Lucy Eetak for her dedication in encouraging us all to take on new challenges. As we continue to connect with our community through upcoming events and projects, we are excited about the opportunities to strengthen our arts initiatives and support one another.

Designing our Mentorship and Internship Activities

Cultivating leadership through action is vital for team success. Our recent mentorship meeting highlighted how everyday actions can inspire and foster collaboration.
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This week in our 2024-2025 Fall and Winter Arts Incubator mentorship program, team members set clear and actionable goals while sharing valuable insights on creative collaboration. During the meeting, Tony inspired us by discussing how music and photography can deepen community connections and enhance our mentorship activities. We also began planning our end-of-year report and initiated ideas for making National Kindness Week impactful in February, ensuring our learning journey continues to thrive.

Mentorship Update: Setting Goals and Creative Ideas

Join us for this week's Mentorship Journey Update, where we explore actionable goals and innovative ideas for our arts incubator program, emphasizing music and community…
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This week, as part of our 2024-2025 Fall and Winter Arts Incubator mentorship program, we reflected on past programs, focusing on key lessons from last spring and summer. Team members shared valuable insights on creating continuity, with discussions on integrating themes from the Indigenous Intellectual Property Protection Program into future activities. Guided by Jamie Bell and Tony Eetak, we set clear intentions for upcoming initiatives, emphasizing the importance of strategic planning and collaboration to make a meaningful impact in our community.

Reflecting on Past Programs & Setting Intentions

As we launch our 2024-2025 mentorship program, we reflect on past successes to enhance future initiatives, fostering growth through arts, food security, and community engagement.
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This year we were thrilled to see our tomatoes thriving, plump and green, thanks to the support and knowledge we've gained from Manitoba Agriculture and the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership. Their support has been invaluable in helping us understand food production from the ground up, and we’re grateful for their commitment to fostering sustainable practices with our project. Photo: Tony Eetak, Art Borups Corners Youth, Arts and Media
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Planning: Exploring Program Models for Indigenous Food Labs and Commercial Kitchens 

In the coming months, our project team members will be reaching out, building relationships and engaging with organizations, programs and models that can help inform…
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How to make Traditional Fry Bread: A Delicious and Timeless Treat
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How to make Traditional Fry Bread: A Delicious and Timeless Treat

Discover the charm of traditional fry bread with this recipe, a cherished staple in Indigenous cuisines, particularly among First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples. Learn…
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Experience the warm, comforting flavors of bannock, freshly baked to a golden crisp and soft, tender interior. Ideal for sharing around the campfire or enjoying at home, this classic bread is a true taste of tradition. A special thanks to Tony Eetak from the Niriqatiginnga Youth, Arts, and Media team for this mouth-watering shot!
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Classic Bannock Recipe: A Simple and Delicious Traditional Bread

Discover the timeless charm of homemade bannock with our easy recipe. This traditional bread, with its golden-brown crust and tender, fluffy interior, is perfect for…
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Collaboration with local communities and exchanging traditional knowledge will be vital components of our framework moving forward. Working even more closely with community members and regional champions like the Minneapolis College of Art and Design will allow us to create more relevant and impactful solutions.

Designing our Creative Journeys

Join us August 16, 2024 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. for an engaging session on designing our collaborative journeys.
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A visit to Red River College

On Campus: A visit to Red River College

This month we visited Red River College in downtown Winnipeg, Manitoba!
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This summer we're growing beans and peas!

The leaves are getting bigger …

This summer we're growing beans and peas!
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Indigenous Artists from across Manitoba gathered at Urban Shaman Contemporary Aboriginal Art Gallery for a roundtable discussion with the Manitoba Arts Council and Canada Council for the Arts in May 2024.
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Bringing the Arts to Life in Winnipeg

Celebrate Manitoba's vibrant arts scene! This inspiring gathering in Winnipeg, hosted by the Canada Council for the Arts and the Manitoba Arts Council, was a…
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Jukebox In Exile is the new country music album from Flin Flon singer-songwriter C.C. Trubiak, blending classic country, honky-tonk, Americana and traditional storytelling into a collection of songs inspired by resilience, community and life in Northern Manitoba. Written during and after the 2025 Flin Flon wildfire evacuation, the album draws influence from country music legends including Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris, Waylon Jennings and George Jones. Featuring the singles "Old Country Songs," "Being Rich" and the charting track "Outlaws Meditation," Jukebox In Exile showcases Trubiak's signature songwriting while celebrating small-town life, northern Canadian culture, queer country music and the enduring spirit of Flin Flon. The album is available now on major music streaming platforms.
Manitoba's own C.C. Trubiak's new album "Jukebox in Exile" dropped on June 5! Check it out today!

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WINNIPEG ARTS PROGRAMS

This platform, our Winnipeg, Manitoba hub and programs have been made possible with support from the Manitoba Arts Council Indigenous 360 Program. We gratefully acknowledge their funding and support in making the work we do possible.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

The Arts Incubator was seeded and piloted with strategic arts innovation funding from the Canada Council for the Arts Digital Greenhouse. We thank them for their investment, supporting northern arts capacity building and bringing the arts to life.

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NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO ARTS

This platform, our Northwestern Ontario hub and programs have been made possible with support from the Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects Program. We gratefully acknowledge their funding and support in making the work we do possible.

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