Heartbreak in West Kildonan after tipi stolen from school grounds

A West Kildonan School is on the lookout after a tipi that had been set up in front of the building was stolen.

The tipi was part of a planned land-based learning residency for students at Angus McKay School to honour National Indigenous History Month, Summer Solstice, and Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. 

Unfortunately, the tipi was stolen sometime after 11:30 p.m. on June 9 and has yet to be found. 

A police report has been filed, and a canvas of the community has started. 

Anyone who has seen or heard anything, or anyone who has a camera near Angus McKay School, is asked to contact the school directly at 204-661-2378.