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Carving and Sculpting with Byron Conant
299 Montreal Road - Earth roomCome and join carving and sculpting with Byron Conant every Thursday from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Byron Conant is a Cree artist, crafter and carver from James Smith First Nation in Saskatchewan, and has been living in Ottawa for the past 20 years. Byron makes dreamcatchers, drums, lanyards, keychains, wood carvings and knives. He...
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New Beginnings: Men’s Sharing Circle with Thomas Louttit
Join for closed sharing circle for Indigenous men every Thursday evening from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. with knowledge keeper Thomas Louttit. This sharing circle supports all Aboriginal men in exploring issues of self-care, healthy lifestyles, recovery & resiliency using cultural healing methods. The program is facilitated by addictions counsellors and a local elder (Thomas Louttit) through...
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Community Kitchen
295 Montreal Rd.Learn to cook from scratch, improve your cooking skills, and follow recipes. Registration required: Funded by The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
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Cardio Drum
299 Montreal Road 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, CanadaCalling our Community members who are looking for a fun way to get fit. Blends in the energy of drumming with some great beats and is a fun and energizing way to exercise and get ready for the Pow Wow Season. Come and join an exciting and fun drumming exercise you are sure to have...
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Sisters in Recovery
299 Montreal Rd., Mamawi 3rd floor 299 Montreal Rd., Mamawi 3rd floor, Ottawa, ON, CanadaJoin us in-person for a weekly harm-reduction based sharing circle for Indigenous women, and those beyond the binary, that will focus on a holistic approach to healing and recovery, incorporating traditional teachings to support you on your wellness journey. Light lunch to be provided Bus tickets available upon request Location: Mamawi Room (3rd Floor) Wabano...
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Diabetes Wellness Group Program
299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, CanadaJoin us for a welcoming and supportive group where you can connect with others who truly understand the daily challenges of managing diabetes. This is a safe, non-judgmental space to share your struggles and get practical tips that can make life with diabetes a little easier. Together, we’ll explore key areas of diabetes management—handling stress,...
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Nimiigwetchwendam
Wabano Housing Office 338 Montreal Rd., 2nd Floor, Ottawa, ON, CanadaA weekly, co-ed, confidential and in-person sharing circle utilizing the 7 Sacred Teachings, the Medicine Wheel and other traditional concepts as guiding principles to promote the healing and wellness of participants. Light snack and bus tickets provided. In-person at Wabano Housing, 338 Montreal Rd., 2nd Floor No registration is required for this group. Wabano programs...
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Seasonal Food and Wellness
299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, CanadaNourish your body, mind, heart, and spirit through the holistic guidance of the Medicine Wheel. Journey with us to: Create: special kitchen bundle items like berry baskets, plant pots and more! Explore: On the Land, community kitchens Learn: from Elders, food experts, and budget friendly nutrition Reflect: in wellness and creative workshops Join our circle...
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Cardio Drum
299 Montreal Road 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, CanadaCalling our Community members who are looking for a fun way to get fit. Blends in the energy of drumming with some great beats and is a fun and energizing way to exercise and get ready for the Pow Wow Season. Come and join an exciting and fun drumming exercise you are sure to have...
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Wilfred Buck Planetarium Session
299 Montreal Road (Bradley Avenue Entrance) 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaTime: 1:30 – 2:30 pm Step inside Wilfred Buck’s portable planetarium for an immersive journey through Indigenous Cree star knowledge. In this intimate and captivating experience, Wilfred shares traditional star stories, teachings, and cultural understandings of the night sky passed down through generations. Participants will explore the constellations through an Indigenous lens while learning about...
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Wooly Wednesdays
299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, CanadaA relaxed drop-in social circle open to First Nations, Inuit, and Metis community members from all levels of experience! Bring your projects or access our supplies to get started! Knitting and crochet are powerful tools for holistic health, we recognize that this rhythmic craft supports: Mental Wellness: repetitive motion helps reduce stress and anxiety Physical...