2010

1. 2010 COLLECTION

2. OUR STORY
Our story begins in Canada thousands of
“Stitch by stitch,
years ago, when our ancestors created the
mukluks and moccasins you see in these
pages.
bead by bead,
Throughout history, each Native nation used
distinctive leather and beadwork to reflect
their customs and culture. Today, as Metis,
we tell the story
of our people.”
we are creating authentic, functional foot-
wear by connecting our past with new mate-
rials and production techniques.
Stitch by stitch, bead by bead, we tell the
story of our people.
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
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3. CONTENTS
FUR MUKLUKS
Nappa 11
Suede 13/14/15
Everyday 16/17
METIS FLORAL COLLECTION
Métis Mukluk 20
Métis Moccasin 21
LINED MOCCASINS
Red River 23
Fireside 23
Lodge 24
Indoor 25/26/27
Outdoor 25/26/27
FRINGE
Prairie Boot/Trapper 29
Plains 30
Dancer 31
Buffalo Dancer 31
NATURAL LEATHERS
Classic Unlined Moccasin 33
XXX 34
YYY 35
Scout Mukluk 36
Gatherer Mukluk 37
DEERSKIN
Slippers 38
ACCESSORIES
Purses 39
Mitts 39
Our Story 2
Our History 5
Artisan Collection 6/7
Our Sole 8/9
Métis Beadwork 18
Sizing/Care 40
Our Sheepskin 41
Artist Support 42
Being Native-Owned 43
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4. MÉTIS
Métis: Canada’s First Peoples descended
of marriages to Europeans, mainly French.
The Métis are one of three officially
recognized Aboriginal Peoples in Canada.
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5. UR HISTORY
For thousands of years, Canada’s First Peoples wore
Mukluks and Moccasins as they thrived in harmony with
nature. As European settlers arrived, they also began to
adopt our traditional Native footwear as a necessary
tool for survival.
1630 The North American fur trade leads to the birth
of a new people – The Metis
1630-1870 The Metis establish their own identity,
with traits of both Native and European people.
1870 Metis leader Louis Riel presides over Manitoba
becoming a province of Canada.
1991 Métis siblings Sean and Heather McCormick
establish a trading post in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Native
artisans trade handmade mukluks and moccasins with
the McCormick’s for their tanned leather skins and furs.
1997 The McCormicks register a Canadian
corporation and begin manufacturing Native footwear.
2006 Hollywood stars are photographed wearing the
company’s products, creating demand from all corners
of the world.
2008 Manitobah Mukluks’ global brand office
established in Canada’s Capital Region.
International sales partnerships are created
to meet growing demand.
2009 Manitobah Mukluks partners with Vibram™
to develop a high-abrasion sole for the urban market.
Media worldwide feature the company’s products
alongside international fashion brands.
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6. STORY
BOOTS
O R I G I N A L S
Name: Annie Madeleine Mckay
Heritage: Cree from Misepawistik
(Grand Rapids, Manitoba, Canada)
Mukluks handmade by
Annie Madeleine Mckay,
1931-1999.
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7. PRESERVING
TRADITIONAL ART
We believe traditional arts play a vital role
in helping Native communities achieve
self-sufficiency. To promote this, our Artisan
Program adds value to footwear that has
been in Native families for generations.
We call these StoryBoots.
From each family’s original, we make
a limited collection of StoryBoot and offer
them to a global audience. With each Story-
STORY
Boot sold, a family shares in the profits and
realizes economic benefits that would other-
BOOTS
wise not exist. It is our dream to help every
Native community benefit from the traditions
of their ancestors in this way.
L I M I T E D
E D I T I O N S
StoryBoots Limited Editions
are available as part of our
Artisan Program.
CANADIAN
ABORIGINAL
COMMUNITIES
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8. OUR SOLE
When it came time to develop footwear for the city,
we challenged Vibram™, the world leader in high-
performance rubber soles, to design a sole that
could withstand the effects of cold and high-
abrasion urban environments (min 150NBS).
Vibram™ used 70 years of history and rugged TC1
compound to provide a durable, low-profile sole,
which allowed us to build quality and tradition
into every step.
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9. “This sole tells a story of my people.”
ART OF OUR SOLE
Native artist Heather Steppler teamed with Vibram™
to create a sole that honours our tradition.
The Sky represents life-giving water falling
as rain and snow.
To the right are the western mountains.
Trees to the left of the tipi represent the
Woodland People.
The Vibram™ logo is the new doorway we walk
through together as modern hunter-gatherers.
The Fire tells us that First Peoples will always survive.
Behind it are prairie plains, home to the Great Horse
and Buffalo People.
The swirling Four Winds cleanse in a circular
motion, as the Sun circles our Mother Earth.
Name: Heather Steppler
Heritage: Wolf Clan from
Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation
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10. SHEEPSKIN
STEP INTO SOFTNESS.
Some footwear companies offer sheepskin
in-soles, others offer sheepskin trim.
At Manitobah, the entire footbed of
all our mukluks are wrapped in 100%
sheepskin. Slip into one of our sheepskin-lined
mukluks or moccasins and feel the difference
natural quality makes.
Warm in winter, cool in summer.
Breathes naturally.
Environmentally safe.
FUR
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MUKLUKS

11. NAPPA
MUKLUK
MODEL: 2012
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
LEG LINING: Fleece
SHAFT HEIGHT: MID 12” (30.5cm) / TALL 15” (38.1cm)
SOLE OPTIONS: VIBRAM™ SOLE / CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Nappa Leather, Rabbit fur
LEATHER COLOURS:
! !
CHOCOLATE
FUSCIA
TURQUOISE
BLACK
WHITE
*ALSO OFFERED IN FAUX FUR ON VIBRAM™ SOLE ONLY
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12. SUEDE
MUKLUKS
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13. SUEDE
MUKLUK
MODEL: 20100 MODEL: 20102
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
LEG LINING: Fleece
SHAFT HEIGHT: MID 12" (30.5cm) or TALL 15" (38.1cm)
SOLE OPTIONS: VIBRAM™ SOLE / CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede, Rabbit fur
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
TAN
CHARCOAL
CHOCOLATE
COPPER
PURPLE
OLIVE
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14. CHARCOAL CHOCOLATE OLIVE BLACK
SUEDEMUKLUKS
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15. COPPER TAN PURPLE
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16. FAUX-FUR
KONA
MUKLUK
MODEL: 50112 MODEL: 50110
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
LEG LINING: Fleece
SHAFT HEIGHT: TALL 15" (38.1cm)
SOLE OPTIONS: VIBRAM™ SOLE / CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede, Faux Fur
COLOURS: Black , Charcoal , Chocolate , Purple
LEATHER COLOURS:
CHOCOLATE
BLACK
CHARCOAL
PURPLE
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18. MÉTISBEADW RK
The Métis People wove floral art patterns into the lives of most tribes
on the Northern Plains. These designs became a defining cultural symbol
for us. For this reason, the Dakota Sioux and Cree called us the
“Flower Beadwork People.”
Métis women had always adorned tipis and clothing with geometric
beadwork, but the patterns changed when Roman Catholic missions
along the St. Lawrence River introduced the Métis to European folk art.
By the 1830s, vibrant floral designs were found on most of our products.
Floral beadwork reached unrivaled levels of artistry throughout the
Red River region during the mid-nineteenth century.
With great pride we offer mukluks and moccasins that reflect our unique
artistic heritage.
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20. MÉTIS
MUKLUK
MODEL: 2015
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
LEG LINING: Fleece
SHAFT HEIGHT: TALL 15" (38.1cm)
SOLE OPTIONS VIBRAM™ SOLE / CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede with Rabbit Fur Trim
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
TAN
CHARCOAL
CHOCOLATE
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21. MÉTIS
MOCS
MODEL: 2025
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
SOLE OPTIONS: CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede with Rabbit Fur Trim
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
TAN
CHARCOAL
CHOCOLATE
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22. LINED
MOCCASINS
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23. REDRIVER
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 2022002
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
MATERIALS: DOUBLE FACE SHEEPSKIN
SOLE OPTIONS: LEATHER OUTSOLE
COLOUR: As shown
ASSINIBOINE
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 2022104
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11
MATERIALS: DOUBLE FACE SHEEPSKIN with Rabbit Fur trim
SOLE OPTIONS: LEATHER OUTSOLE
COLOUR: As shown
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24. LODGE
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 2021
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin
SOLE OPTIONS: CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Nappa Leather with Rabbit Fur trim
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
CHOCOLATE
WHITE
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25. TIPI
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 20200
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Fleece
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede with Rabbit Fur Trim
*ALSO OFFERED IN FAUX FUR
LEATHER COLOURS:
! ! !
BLACK
CHARCOAL
CHOCOLATE
TAN
COPPER
PURPLE
OLIVE
FLEECE LINED SUEDE SOLE
TRAVELER
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 20201
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
SOLE OPTIONS: CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Cowhide Suede with Rabbit Fur Trim
*ALSO OFFERED IN FAUX FUR
LEATHER COLOURS:
! ! !
BLACK
CHARCOAL
CHOCOLATE
TAN
COPPER
PURPLE
OLIVE
SHEEPSKIN LINED CREPE SOLE
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26. INDOOR &
OUTDOOR
MOCCASINS
BLACK
CHOCOLATE
CHARCOAL
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27. OLIVE TAN
PURPLE
COPPER
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28. FRINGE
COLLECTION
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29. PRAIRIE
BOOT
MODEL: 20261
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING; Unlined
SOLE OPTIONS: CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
TAN
CHARCOAL
CHOCOLATE
COPPER
PURPLE
OLIVE
HANDSTITCHED TOE
TRAPPER
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 20260
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Unlined
SOLE OPTIONS: CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede
HANDSTITCHED TOE
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
TAN
CHARCOAL
CHOCOLATE
COPPER
PURPLE
OLIVE
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30. PLAINS
MUKLUKS
MODEL: 20146
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
LEG LINING: UNLINED
SOLE OPTIONS: CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
TAN
CHARCOAL
CHOCOLATE
COPPER
PURPLE
OLIVE
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31. DANCER
MODEL: 20131
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
LEG LINING: Fleece
SHAFT HEIGHT: MID 12" (30.5cm)
SOLE OPTIONS: VIBRAM SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
CHARCOAL
COPPER
BUFFALO
DANCER
MODEL: 20135
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin throughout
LEG LINING: Fleece
SHAFT HEIGHT: MID 12" (30.5cm)
SOLE OPTIONS: VIBRAM SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede
LEATHER COLOURS:
BLACK
CHARCOAL
COPPER
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32. NATURAL
LEATHERS
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33. THE PERFECTnot use a shoe last to heat or
FIT
Our footwear is authentic. We do
steam the material around a standard shoe form. Instead, our
rolled toe piece forms naturally to the shape of each wearer’s foot,
providing a comfort to call your own.
CLASSIC HANDLACED
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 20230 MODEL: 20231
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Unlined
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Reversed Nappa Leather
LEATHER COLOUR: Elktan (as pictured)
SOLE OPTION: LEATHER OUTSOLE
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34. SCOUT
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 20250
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Unlined
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Reversed Nappa Leather
LEATHER COLOUR: Elktan (as pictured)
SOLE OPTIONS: LEATHER OUTSOLE
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35. POWWOW
MOCCASIN
MODEL: 20232
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Unlined
SOLE OPTIONS: LEATHER SOLE / CREPE SOLE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Nappa Leather
LEATHER COLOUR: Elktan (as pictured)
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36. HUNTER
MUKLUK
MODEL: 20140 MODEL: 20142
MODEL: 20250
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin
SHAFT HEIGHT: MID 12" (30.5cm) or TALL 15" (38.1cm)
SOLE OPTIONS: CREPE / VIBRAM
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede
LEATHER COLOUR: Tan, Tobacco
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37. GATHERER
MUKLUK
MODEL: 20180
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: L 5-11, M 6-13
FOOT LINING: Sheepskin
SHAFT HEIGHT: MID 12" (30.5cm) or TALL 15" (38.1cm)
SOLE OPTIONS: CREPE
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Nappa Leather, Hand-etched designs
LEATHER COLOUR: Tan with hand etched designs
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38. DEERSKIN
SLIPPERS
STYLE: No Print STYLE: Flower Design
MODEL: 20240 MODEL: 20241
SIZES: Ladies 5-10 SIZES: Ladies 5-10
STYLE: WHEAT DESIGN
MODEL: 20242
SIZES: Ladies 5-10
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39. DEERSKIN
PURSES
MODEL: 20404SM
MODEL: 20404LG
MODEL: 20401
MODEL: 20404MD
MODEL: 20403
MODEL: 20402
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40. FUR TRIM FRINGED
MITT GAUNTLET
MODEL: 10310
MODEL: 20300
MADE IN CANADA
MADE IN CANADA FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: XS, S, M, L, XL
SIZES: S, M, L
LINING: Fleece
LINING: Fleece
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede with Rabbit Fur Trim
BEADED
GAUNTLET
MODEL: 20312
MADE IN CANADA
FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA
SIZES: XS, S, M, L, XL
LINING: Fleece
EXTERIOR MATERIALS: Cowhide Suede with Rabbit Fur Trim
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41. CARING FOR YOUR
MANITOBAH FOOTWEAR
Protection: Use only clear leather / suede protector.
Do not spray fur, as it contains natural protective oils.
To Clean: Leather can be cleaned using a gentle soap
and soft brush.
To Dry: Once wet, allow your footwear to dry naturally.
Wear: Never pull fur when putting on or removing boot.
Cross laces over before tightening to avoid tearing leather
eye holes.
HOW TO CUSTOM FIT YOUR CREPE SOLE
Crepe is a natural material that forms to the shape of
your foot. Over time, a crepe sole will feel a part of
you. To encourage the rubber to form faster, follow
these steps.
1. Heat soles with a blow-dryer until soft and flexible
(approx. 10 minutes).
2. Wear your mukluks as the crepe sole cools.
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42. ARTIST
SUPPORT
Manitobah Mukluks promotes native
artists on our website with the goal
of ensuring that thousands-years-
old timeless traditions are not lost.
The Artists we feature have learned
their craft from the example of the
generations before them, who learned
theirs from the generations before
them. Through this program, we
hope to share our success with these
important artists while preserving
this native form of traditional expres-
sion. Help us keep this tradition alive
by experiencing this art work in
your home and office. We will help
make these works available to you
through our website: manitobah.ca
PAUL CHRISTI NADYA
BRUNEAU BELCOURT KWANDIBENS
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43. “Our native values guide our business.”
WHAT DOES IT MEAN
TO BE NATIVE-OWNED?
Supporting Native communities
Sharing success with othes
Keeping traditions alive Name: Heather McCormick, Co-Founder
Heritage: Métis
Celebrating Native values and history
OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS
CAHRD has raised the quality of life for thousands CAMSC operates as a private sector-led,
of Native people living in Manitoba and serves non profit membership organization gov-
as a model for Native non-profit organizations erned by a board of Directors; composed
across the world. Touching on all aspects of Na- of major multinational corporations oper-
tive life, CAHRD helps improve literacy skills and ating in Canada. The organization aims to
provide training for new career paths and entre- boost economic development efforts and
preneurial opportunities. We encourage you to employment within aboriginal and other
discover their valuable work at: www.cahrd.org. minority organizations.
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44. manitobah.ca
PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND MANUFACTURING
932 Erin Street, Winnipeg, Manitobah R3G 2W5 Canada
GLOBAL BRAND AND SALES OFFICE
996 Aylmer Road, Gatineau QC, J9H 5V1 Canada
Phone: 1.819.684.5551 • Fax: 1.819.684.5331
email: sales@manitobah.ca
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