preserving the craft of blacksmithing in Manitoba
2026 Events SCHEDULE
✅ 2026 AGM (MARCH 14TH, THE NOB IN ST.NORBERT, 1PM) RAINYDAYFORGE SHOP TOUR AFTER THE AGM
🔲 WEST-MAN 7 (JUNE 6th, Kenmay, MB) - Camping available on-site, June 5th and 6th
🔲 SCRAP SMITHING (AUG)
🔲 MANIRON 2026 (SEP/OCT)
The Manitoba Blacksmith Guild is a non-profit community of people who share a passion for shaping hot steel.
From beginners striking their first hammer blows to experienced smiths refining their craft, our guild brings people together to learn, share knowledge, and keep the tradition of blacksmithing alive in Manitoba. Through workshops, demonstrations, and gatherings, members gain hands-on experience, mentorship, and access to a supportive network of makers. If you’ve ever been curious about blacksmithing—or you’re already hooked—we’d love to have you join us.
Email Signup
Event Tickets
WestMan 7 - To participate at WestMan 7, you must also be a 2026 member of the Manitoba Blacksmith Guild.
Where: Kemnay, Manitoba (@Derek Foster’s Shop)
Camping: Available on June 5th and 6th.
Friday Eve: Set Up, Bonfire, Open Forges
Sat AM: Quatrefoil demonstration. There will be materials and equipment for you to start your piece. Group projects are encouraged.
Lunch: Provided to Lunch Ticket holders
Sat PM: Construction of Quatrefoils.
Sun AM: Finishing touches, Site Clean-up & Packup.
*There will be a BBQ on site for members to use if they decide to camp out on Friday or Saturday night.
**You must be a member to participate.
***Mandatory PPE - The MBG will have safety glasses and hearing protection for you. We strongly suggest bringing leather gloves and safety shoes.
The MBG will provide you lunch at its next event. (WestMan)
Menu:
Includes a beverage.
The MBG is proudly Supported by
CanIRON XIV (2025) received support by the above companies.
Smith’s supplies
Local
The Sounding Stone
Brock White
Princess Auto
on-line
Maritime Knife Supply
Knifemaker.ca
local smiths (socials, website, email),
YouTube channels, podcasts
dedicated spot for pictures of story boards,
events,
beginners page (ideas/guides towards getting into and also advancing as a smith),
knife shape dictionary (like Wikipedia but just for knives)(honestly that should be a website of its own)
List future events and workshop's.
Craft sale/market contacts.
Tailgate section
“I’m glad i’m a member of this incredible group.”
— Derek Foster
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
manitobablacksmithguild@gmail.com