Drumming and Singing with Grandma Sharon
Early Years House 271 Bradley Ave., Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaJoin us for our monthly circle with the little ones singing and drumming alongside Grandma Sharon. To participate you must be a registered client with Wabano Early years program. To register for drop-in, please contact your Early years team via email earlyyears@wabano.com or call: 613-748-0657 ext. 376 Bus tickets are provided to attend program. Refreshments...
North of Nowhere – Workshop with Dr. Marie Wilson
Wabano Centre, Grand Gathering Space 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaSong of a Truth and Reconciliation Commissioner Tuesday March 25th Join us at Wabano as we explore Truth and Reconciliation with Dr. Marie Wilson. Having spent six years crisscrossing the country as a commissioner of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada. She has spoken throughout North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand on the...
Prenatal Support
Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaHaving a baby is a team sport! We are here for you, especially our Perinatal Program Coordinator Anita Comfort. Learn from her how to bond with your baby before birth, listen to the heartbeat, what to expect during labour, how to prepare, among many other subjects. Sign up for a regular weekly session! For more...
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...
Indigenous Youth Recreation Club (Ages 7-9)
275 Bradley 275 Bradley St., Ottawa, OntarioJoin us for cultural teachings, physical activities and healthy snacks. Coming up... Tuesday, September 24, 2024 In preparation for Orange Shirt Day (Monday, September 30th, 2024), we will be making orange shirts with construction paper and foam. We will also learn about the Changing Leaves Moon. Tuesday, October 1, 2024 Youth will create an original...
Book Talk – With Dr. Marie Wilson
Wabano Centre, Grand Gathering Space 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaMarch 25th 5:30-7:00pm You are invited to hear parts of the incomparable first-hand account of the historic Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada told by one of the commissioners who led it. Part vital public documentary, part probing memoir, North of Nowhere breathes fresh air into the possibilities of reconciliation amid the persistent legacy of...
Cardio Drum Fitness
295 Montreal Rd.Come and join an exciting and fun drumming exercise you are sure to have fun as we "drum" ourselves to fitness. This provides a workout that promotes physical, social, emotional, and cognitive health for all life stages. Come and get your heartbeat in sync with the drum :) Come and check it out and bring...
Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway) Classes
299 Montreal Rd., Mamawi 3rd floor 299 Montreal Rd., Mamawi 3rd floor, Ottawa, ON, CanadaLearn Anishnaabemowin with Louise Garrow We’re excited to welcome Louise Garrow back to Wabano this January to teach Anishnaabemowin! Join us for this engaging language program, open exclusively to Indigenous community members. 📅 When: Tuesday evenings, January 21 – March 25, 2025 Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, please arrive 15 mins before class starts 📍...
Indigenous Seniors Circle
299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, CanadaAaniin, Boozhoo! Shé:kon, Ullakut! Waachiyaa, Osiyo! Hello, Bonjour! We would like to invite you to our Indigenous Seniors Circle. Weekly teachings and activities will revolve around every month's moon. Share great moments, lots of laughter and a beautiful atmosphere with new friends. Regular programming takes place Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 am to 2 pm. Wabano...
Birch Bark Art
Early Years House 271 Bradley Ave., Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaDrawing doesn’t just have to be on paper. Birch bark is one of the oldest mediums of art. To participate you must be a registered client with Wabano Early years program. To register for drop-in, please contact your Early years team via email earlyyears@wabano.com or call: 613-748-0657 ext. 376 Bus tickets are provided to attend...
Wasa-Nabin Wednesdays
275 Bradley 275 Bradley St., Ottawa, OntarioAs Winter returns, so does storytelling! Join us as we explore creatively a funny, mischievous, dramatic or mysterious story from a different Nation each Wednesday. We also invite you to share a favorite story from your Nation! Indigenous YOUTH 13 to 18 years old are invited to explore topics that are relevant to them throughout...
Zumba
295 Montreal Rd.Zumba is a cardio and lively dance fitness class designed to get you moving and having fun! This weekly event takes place at 295 Montreal Rd. from 5 pm to 6pm. Come out and get moving for free with some fun music, beginner moves and lots of smiles! Registration is required. Please fill out the...