Cultural Performances

Norman Chief Memorial Dancers

Celebrating Indigenous culture, inspiring community, and promoting heritage.

Since 2004

Promoting community spirit through traditional Métis music and dance.

The group was founded in 2004 in memory of the late Norman Chief, a Manitoba musician, singer, and entertainer. Kevin is the group's leader, spokesperson, and MC at many of their events.

Dancers and children joining in at an outdoor community event, several wearing Every Child Matters shirts
Community & fundraising

Supporting communities through music and dance

Strengthening community spirit, one event at a time.

The troupe performs at community and fundraising events throughout Manitoba, helping to support:

  • Children and youth initiatives: fiddling, jigging, sports, recreation, and cultural programs.
  • First Nations and Métis gatherings: Treaty Days, Métis Days, Square Dance Jamborees, and community celebrations.

Through their efforts, the dancers help local communities strengthen their bonds, celebrate Indigenous heritage, and raise funds for meaningful causes.

On stage & on the field

Performances and achievements

The dancers have performed at cultural events, festivals, and schools across Manitoba. These appearances include:

  • First Nations Treaty Days and Métis Days
  • National Indigenous Peoples' Day events
  • National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events
  • Louis Riel Day celebrations
  • Education and business conferences
  • Various music and cultural festivals
  • Sporting events (for example, Winnipeg Jets and Winnipeg Blue Bombers)
  • Senior homes and school performances
On the dance floor

Experience the energy

The troupe brings modern takes on traditional Métis dance, backed by a live fiddle band, and hosted with the warmth of the group's leader, Kevin Chief, who serves as a spokesperson and MC for many of their events.

The dancers for sākihiwē festival
Kevin Chief laughing mid square-dance with the troupe at an indoor event
Kevin on the dance floor with the troupe
The troupe spinning in a hall while a live fiddle band plays on stage
Live fiddle music sets the pace
The Norman Chief Memorial Dancers in performance dress on the field at a Winnipeg Blue Bombers game
On the field at a Winnipeg Blue Bombers game

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Book a performance
Bring the tradition, passion, and energy of Indigenous music and dance to your next event.

The Norman Chief Memorial Dancers are available for community festivals, conferences and banquets, cultural celebrations, fundraising events, and school programs.

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