A colt and a filly, both Ojibwe spirit horses, were born at Sagehill Stables near Winnipeg, Manitoba. This rare breed, once nearly extinct, is significant to Indigenous culture and is being preserved through community efforts. The foals will receive Ojibwe names in a future ceremony.

• 01Ojibwe spirit horses, native to Northwest Ontario, were nearly extinct in the 1970s with only four remaining.
• 02The current population is approximately 200, thanks to breeding efforts that began in the United States.
• 03The breed is recognized as Canada's only Indigenous horse breed and is known for its friendly nature and unique physical traits.
• 04Sagehill Stables, located near Winnipeg, has been actively involved in the care and breeding of these horses.
• 05The foals will be named through an Indigenous ceremony, reflecting their cultural significance.

The successful births of these foals contribute to the preservation of an endangered breed, fostering community involvement and cultural heritage.