Events
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Men’s Drum Group Practice
Wabano Centre, Grand Gathering Space 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaJoin us in the Grand Gathering Space at the Wabano Centre for Men's Drum Group Practice, a weekly program for Indigenous community members. Gather in a supportive circle of men around the big drum, the Grandfather Drum, to experience its powerful heartbeat. Under the guidance of knowledgeable facilitators, you will learn traditional teachings, protocols, and...
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Women’s Drum Group
299 Montreal Road - Earth roomThe Women's Drum Group will be starting back up this September, please join us in learning and singing traditional hand drum songs with guest facilitator Rhonda Doxtator every Wednesday from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm. Open to Indigenous women 18 + only. Proof of ancestry or kinship required. Diner & bus tickets available. Weekly Registration...
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Beading Nights
299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, CanadaJoin us for a fun learning experience where we gather, make new friends and learn new beading styles and new techniques. Each month we work on a specific project that will be taught by a guest facilitator. The month of September we welcome back Laurel Thomas-Racette who will be teaching us how to do bead...
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Make a baby quilt
299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, CanadaSewing machine experience required, for Indigenous participants (Materials fee $25.00) Tuesday September 01 or Thursday September 03, 2026 Registration required. Funded by The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care
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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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FusionFit
295 Montreal Rd.Ignite your energy with FusionFit! Our unique class combines the core strengthening and flexibility of Pilates with the high-energy fun of Zumba. It's a full-bodied workout that will leave you feeling invigorated and strong. What a great way to boost your energy, reduce stress, and meet new people! FusionFit is perfect for all fitness levels,...
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Wellbriety – Kiyam
Wellness House 268 Bradley Ave., Ottawa, ON, CanadaThis in-person men's group will focus on a holistic approach to learn and benefit from traditional, as well as conventional means of healing. It will provide the medicine and tools that will help empower ourselves over drugs, alcohol and or violence, to help us overcome the trauma that has caused our spirits to be wounded....
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Chronic Disease Support Circle
299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, CanadaA safe space open to those living with a chronic disease. Practice skills, mindfulness, and explore community supports. Bring your own art projects to work on during the meeting. Registration required: Funded by Ontario Health
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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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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...