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  • 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...

  • Wellbriety – Indigenous Recovery Group

    Recurring

    This co-ed 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. Programming...

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    Jean Jacket Workshop

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

    Customize your own jean jacket, with fabric, ribbons, or applique. Two days available! Registration required Funded by The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services, Ministry of Health and Long Term Care

  • Carving and Sculpting with Byron Conant

    Recurring
    299 Montreal Road - Earth room

    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

    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...

  • Wellbriety – Kiyam

    Recurring
    Wellness House 268 Bradley Ave., Ottawa, ON, Canada

    This 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....

  • Indigenous Seniors Circle

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

    Aaniin, 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...

  • Sisters in Recovery

    Recurring
    269 Bradley Ave. Ottawa, ON, Canada

    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 from Cultural Grandmother Louella to support you on your wellness journey. Light lunch to be provided Bus tickets available upon request Location: 269...

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    Diabetes Wellness Group Program

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

    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,...

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    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...

  • Indigenous Seniors Circle

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

    Aaniin, 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...