Presentations & Workshops

Stories of resilience, reconciliation, and hope

As an Indigenous youth in Winnipeg's North End, Kevin grew up to find success on the basketball court and then graduate from university on a basketball scholarship. He went on to work alongside leaders in business, community, and government. He shares his story, engaging audiences with themes of resilience and reconciliation.

What Kevin draws on

Kevin connects with all types of audiences by sharing stories that highlight universal values and teachings.

From Winnipeg North End to Manitoba Cabinet Table, this journey shapes how he talks to any audience.

  • Growing up in Winnipeg's North End as an Indigenous youth.
  • Leading community initiatives that promote education, reconciliation, and cultural empowerment.
  • Serving as a Member of the Manitoba Legislative Assembly and as a Cabinet Minister.
  • Bringing his expertise and experience to roles in the business community, non-profit sector, and government.

What Kevin speaks about

Kevin shapes each of his talks around the room it's in. Most presentations draw on four areas:

Kevin Chief in conversation with community members around a table at a gathering

Community and resilience

How communities get stronger, and what it takes to keep showing up when things are hard. Kevin tells it through his own story of growing up in Winnipeg's North End, and audiences hear how his teachers, coaches, and community helped him succeed.

A drum group and dancers in regalia at a powwow grand entry

Reconciliation and cultural understanding

What reconciliation looks like in practice, drawn from years of work between Indigenous communities and organizations. Kevin is honest about where cultural awareness makes the difference, and how respectful relationships can solve our greatest challenges.

Kevin Chief with a group of children at a University of Winnipeg youth camp

Education and youth

Helping young people reach education, training, and employment. Kevin shares what made the difference for him as a kid, and how schools, employers, and communities can provide opportunities for our youth to find success.

Kevin Chief with a youth drum group in Indigenous-design Jets jerseys on the arena floor

Leadership and partnerships

How lasting change comes from partnerships. Kevin draws on the work behind WASAC and True North Sports + Entertainment to show how people get further when they build things together.

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Kevin has spoken at
University of Manitoba Asper School of Business CPHR Manitoba AFOA Canada The Winnipeg Foundation BGC Canada Canadian Association of Principals Food Banks Canada