Community Day with Wilfred Buck
299 Montreal Road (Bradley Avenue Entrance) 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa
Week of Events
Sunday, May 31, 2026
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May 31, 2026 - RecurringCommunity Day with Wilfred Buck
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May 31, 2026 - RecurringOn-the-land Star Gazing with Wilfred Buck
Community Day with Wilfred Buck
Join us for a unique experience featuring legendary star stories, a 30-minute immersive planetarium journey, and a hands-on activity while you wait—create your own polymer clay Starwalker magnet to take home and one to contribute to Wabano’s Gala. Come learn, create, and connect in a meaningful and memorable way. Photo credits: © National Film Board...
On-the-land Star Gazing with Wilfred Buck
Join us for an unforgettable evening under the stars at Mādahòkì Farm as we explore traditional Cree star stories that bring the constellations to life through culture, knowledge and connection to the land. This outdoor experience invites you to slow down, listen deeply and see the sky in a whole new way. Weather & GO/NO-GO...
Monday, June 1, 2026
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June 1, 2026 - RecurringSisters in Recovery
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June 1, 2026 - RecurringDiabetes Wellness Group Program
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June 1, 2026 -Full Moon Ceremony
Sisters in Recovery
Join 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...
Diabetes Wellness Group Program
Join 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,...
Full Moon Ceremony
Please join Grandmother Louella Tobias for the full moon on June 1, 2026 -Light refreshments provided. -Traditional tobacco provided. Please register as space is limited.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
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June 2, 2026 - RecurringNimiigwetchwendam
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June 2, 2026 - RecurringSeasonal Food and Wellness
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June 2, 2026 - RecurringCardio Drum
Nimiigwetchwendam
A 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...
Seasonal Food and Wellness
Nourish 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...
Cardio Drum
Calling 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...
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
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June 3, 2026 - RecurringWooly Wednesdays
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June 3, 2026 - RecurringWellbriety – Relapse Prevention
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June 3, 2026 - RecurringRelapse Prevention
Wooly Wednesdays
A 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...
Wellbriety – Relapse Prevention
Starting Wednesday June 25ᵗʰ, join us at 268 Bradley Avenue for a relapse prevention group, utilizing the medicine wheel, culture and ceremony to honour our spirit. With knowledge and guidance from Cultural Grandmother Louella, learn how to recognize the potential for relapse before it happens. Light dinner provided Bus tickets available upon request Programming schedule:Wednesday...
Relapse Prevention
Relapse Prevention Group – Wednesdays, 5:00–7:00 PM This weekly Relapse Prevention Group is a supportive, co-ed space for Indigenous community members who are in recovery and want to strengthen their wellness journey. Geared toward those who have already quit and are focused on preventing relapse, the group offers practical tools, shared learning, and encouragement grounded...
Thursday, June 4, 2026
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June 4, 2026 - RecurringQuilting
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June 4, 2026 - RecurringCarving and Sculpting with Byron Conant
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June 4, 2026 - RecurringNew Beginnings: Men’s Sharing Circle with Thomas Louttit
Carving and Sculpting with Byron Conant
Come 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...
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...
Friday, June 5, 2026
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June 5, 2026 - RecurringCommunity Kitchen
Community Kitchen
Learn to cook from scratch, improve your cooking skills, and follow recipes. Registration required: Funded by The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Saturday, June 6, 2026
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June 6, 2026 - RecurringCardio Drum
Cardio Drum
Calling 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...