About Gilbert
My maternal roots run deep in Norway House and I have always been proud to call it home. While I have split much of my time between Winnipeg and Norway House, I spent several years working relentlessly for the community. However, I realized that to truly make a difference, I needed to improve my education. I had dropped out of high school and decided to continue my education at the University College of the North (UCN) in Thompson. I ended up receiving a BA in English and Aboriginal and Northern Studies. I then went to the University of Manitoba to pursue my Masters in Native Studies. This took a lot of courage because along with my education, I worked tirelessly towards my personal improvement.
When I was nearly complete my master’s degree in 2014, I decided to run for office in Norway House and successfully completed a term as Vice-Chief/ councillor. During my term, I held the health care, CFS and education portfolios and represented the chief at external events. In 2018, I worked as a Policy Analyst for Indigenous Services Canada in which I would travel extensively to northern communities to confirm their health care standards. In 2022, I returned to work for Norway House Cree Nation as a senior advisor to council. Currently I work as the Associate CEO of Norway House and have been active in the Health department .I am the Vice Chair of kinosao sipi minisowin agency (KSMA). I am also a board member of Whiskyjack Youth Treatment Centre and on the board of the John Howard Society of Winnipeg.
I am passionate about the healing of our people and giving them the tools that they need to succeed. I have volunteered extensively for several organizations and had a partnership to deliver opioid education to First Nations communities in Manitoba- a first of its kind endeavour. I have a deep respect for our culture and have spent many years learning from several Norway House elders. I continue to learn our language, understand our traditions so that I can pass these teachings on to my children and grandchildren.
Gilbert
Gilbert in the Media
Gilbert Fredette on CNN
Opioid Workshop
Gilbert presents a workshop in Norway House regarding the impact of the opioid crisis in the community.
Gilbert's Story
Gilbert shares on his Norway House roots.
Norway House and John Howard Society MOU
Gilbert was featured on APTN when Norway House Cree Nation signed a memorandum of understanding with John Howard Society of Winnipeg.
Gilbert's Work with Siloam Mission
Gilbert's Projects
Gilbert 's work with the United Way of Winnipeg
Gilbert 's work with the United Way of Winnipeg
Gilbert 's work with the United Way of Winnipeg
Gilbert 's work with Rossbrook House
Gilbert 's work with the United Way of Winnipeg
Gilbert 's work with the United Way of Winnipeg
Walking As One
Gilbert 's work with the United Way of Winnipeg
Gilbert and Winnipeg paramedic Cory Guest started an endevour called Walking As One to educate youth about the dangers of opioid addiction. Featured is Gilbert, Cory with Tyler who invited them to Vancouver, BC to present at a staff development day for a treatment centre.
Gilbert's Work in First Nations Safety Planning
Gilbert in La Liberté: Traditional Law vs. Canadian Law
Gilbert spoke at a Indigenous Services Canada gathering in Toronto, ON about First Nations safety planning
Gilbert in La Liberté: Traditional Law vs. Canadian Law
Gilbert in La Liberté: Traditional Law vs. Canadian Law
Gilbert in La Liberté: Traditional Law vs. Canadian Law
Gilbert in La Liberté: Aboriginal Way of Life in Peril
Gilbert in La Liberté: Traditional Law vs. Canadian Law
Gilbert in La Liberté: Traditional Law vs. Canadian Law
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