A Place with Purpose

Gichi-Mikinaak Lodge was created to provide a culturally safe space where Bimose communities and guests can come together around language, culture, learning and community.

A place to gather, learn, share and reconnect – with language, culture, community and the land.

Meetings & Conferences

Get out of the boardroom.

Sometimes the best place to think, plan and learn together isn’t another hotel conference room.

Gichi-Mikinaak offers organizations the opportunity to bring their people together in a setting surrounded by the land and water.

Use the Lodge for:

  • Team meetings
  • Planning sessions
  • Conferences
  • Professional development
  • Retreats
  • Training
  • Community gatherings
  • Multi-day workshops

Anishinaabemowin

Anishinaabemowin belongs here.

Language learning is one of the important purposes of Gichi-Mikinaak Lodge.

The Lodge provides a setting for language camps, immersion experiences and gatherings where learners and speakers can spend meaningful time together.

Have a language program or immersion gathering you’d like to bring to the Lodge?

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Traditional & Cultural

Learning doesn't always happen inside four walls.

Gichi-Mikinaak provides space for cultural workshops, traditional storytelling and land-based learning.

The Lodge’s connection to the land and water allows gatherings to incorporate outdoor experiences alongside more traditional meeting and teaching spaces.

Future development of the site may also include additional land-based teaching opportunities.

Land Based Learning

At Gichi-Mikinaak, learning doesn't stay inside.

The Lodge provides access to the land and water as a setting for hands-on learning, traditional teachings, cultural activities and community connection.

Time on the land can create opportunities to observe, listen, share knowledge and experience teachings in a way that can’t always happen in a classroom or conference room.

The Lodge can support gatherings that incorporate:

  • Land-based teachings
  • Water-based activities
  • Traditional knowledge sharing
  • Fishing and outdoor experiences
  • Language learning on the land
  • Cultural workshops
  • Storytelling
  • Community and intergenerational learning

Future development of the site may also include additional spaces and opportunities for land-based teaching, including a sweat lodge.

How the Property Serves Bimose Communities

These represent core event themes hosted by Bimose Tribal Council throughout the year. Follow the Bimose Tribal Council Facebook Page for the latest announcements, upcoming workshop dates, and community gatherings.

Language Immersion Camps

Engage deeply with the Anishinaabe language through immersive experiences. Our camps offer a space to learn from knowledgeable instructors while connecting with peers in a supportive environment.

Cultural Workshops

Participate in hands-on workshops that celebrate Anishinaabe traditions and cultural practices. Gain insights into the customs and stories that shape our community.

Land-Based Learning

Experience education like no other by connecting with the land. Our programs focus on the importance of nature in understanding our culture and heritage.

Guided Retreats

Find your peace with our guided retreats, designed for individuals and groups. Immerse yourself in an environment that promotes reflection, learning, and connection.

Traditional Teachings

Learn from elders and community members who share their knowledge of traditional Anishinaabe teachings. Enhance your understanding of our culture and its relevance today.

Community Engagement

Get involved with our community through various programs and events. We focus on fostering connections and relationships that strengthen our cultural foundation.