• Quilting

    Recurring
    299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, Canada

    Learn to quilt!  

  • New Beginnings: Men’s Sharing Circle with Thomas Louttit

    Recurring

    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...

  • Wabano-win: The Art of Seeing Clearly – Friday May 15, 2026

    Wabano Centre for Aboriginal Health 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Wabano-win: The Art of Seeing Clearly is a learning journey that teaches participants to better understand two core things: How to contribute to improving Indigenous health, and How to create safe spaces for Indigenous people in their practice. Wabano’s training was created to help service providers to see clearly on their professional journey, and to support them...

  • Cooking on a Budget

    Recurring
    295 Montreal Rd.

    Interested in making healthy, budget-friendly meals that support diabetes prevention and management? If so, this program is for you! Join us for a hands-on cooking program where you’ll learn how to prepare delicious, diabetes-friendly dishes in a fun, relaxed setting. No cooking experience is required and all are welcome. This program is FREE, registration required....

  • On-the-Land Nature Walk: Spring in Marlborough Forest

    Marlborough Forest Parking E2 3801 Rogers Stevens Drive, North Gower, Ontario, Canada

    On-the-Land Nature Walk: Land Springs to Life in Marlborough Forest This event is for members of the community with proof of Indigenous ancestry or kinship connection. Wabano invites you to join us for a day of connection and renewal as we explore the Marlborough Forest on Sunday, May 17, 2026. The land is waking up—witness...

  • Nimiigwetchwendam

    Recurring
    Wabano Housing Office 338 Montreal Rd., 2nd Floor, Ottawa, ON, Canada

    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

    Recurring
    299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, Canada

    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...

  • Wooly Wednesdays

    Recurring
    299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, Canada

    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

    Recurring

    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

    Recurring
    268 Bradley St (MW House)

    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...

  • Women’s Drum Group

    Recurring
    299 Montreal Rd. Sky Room 299 Montreal Rd., Ottawa, ON, Canada

    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. Dinner & bus tickets available. Weekly registration required. Funded by the Indigenous Health and Wellness Strategy

  • Men’s Drum Group Practice

    Recurring
    Wabano Centre, Grand Gathering Space 299 Montreal Road, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

    Join 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...