Week of Events
Sunday, September 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Monday, September 21, 2026
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September 21, 2026 -Wabano-win: The Art of Seeing Clearly – Monday September 21, 2026
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September 21, 2026 - RecurringIndigenous Seniors Circle
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September 21, 2026 - RecurringParenting Bundle
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September 21, 2026 - RecurringSisters in Recovery
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September 21, 2026 - RecurringDiabetes Wellness Group Program
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September 21, 2026 - RecurringRoots to Recipe
Wabano-win: The Art of Seeing Clearly – Monday September 21, 2026
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...
Indigenous Seniors Circle
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...
Parenting Bundle
Please join us to receive the gifts of songs, stories, medicines, traditions and the wisdom of experience. This is a 6-week cultural parenting program that empowers Indigenous parents and caregivers so that we raise healthy children, families and communities. Program will run: Sept 14, 21 & 28 and Oct 5, 19 & 26 Mondays from...
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 from Cultural Grandmother Louella to support you on your wellness journey. Light lunch to be provided Bus tickets available upon request Location: 269...
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,...
Roots to Recipe
REGISTER HERE Roots to Recipe is a space for Indigenous youth ages 13 - 18 to cook, connect, and have fun! Learn new cooking and life skills, try different foods, meet new people, and spend time with other Indigenous youth in a welcoming space. Whether you’re already a pro in the kitchen or just getting...
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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September 22, 2026 - RecurringCardio Drum
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September 22, 2026 - RecurringChronic Disease Support Circle
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September 22, 2026 - RecurringNimiigwetchwendam
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September 22, 2026 - RecurringSquash Squad
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September 22, 2026 - RecurringSeasonal Food and Wellness
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September 22, 2026 -Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway) Classes
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September 22, 2026 - RecurringMind & Body Reset
Cardio Drum
Calling all Community members who are looking for a fun way to improve their fitness! Cardio Drum blends the energy of drumming with movement and great music to create an exciting workout that will have you moving to the beat and breaking a sweat. Using drumsticks and exercise balls, participants follow rhythmic drumming patterns and...
Chronic Disease Support Circle
A 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
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...
Squash Squad
REGISTER HERE Welcome to Squash Squad! Get ready to mix, munch, create, and have a whole lot of fun! Squash Squad is a fun-filled cooking group for kids ages 7 -12 who love getting creative in the kitchen. Time: 4:45–6:45 PM Every session is packed with hands-on cooking, teamwork, creativity, and of course something delicious!...
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...
Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway) Classes
Join us for an engaging 10-week language program, open exclusively to Indigenous community members with proof of ancestry or kinship connection. Please note: registration covers all 10 weeks. Funded by the Indigenous Health and Wellness Strategy
Mind & Body Reset
Life feeling busy or overwhelming? Looking for a gentle way to slow down and reconnect with yourself? Mind & Body Reset is designed to help you reduce stress, calm your mind, and end your day feeling more grounded. Each session combines gentle movement, mobility exercises, stretching, self-reflection, and guided relaxation to help release tension and...
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
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September 23, 2026 - RecurringIndigenous Seniors Circle
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September 23, 2026 - RecurringSmoke Free Lunch Hour
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September 23, 2026 - RecurringLearn to Lift: *Women Only*
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September 23, 2026 - RecurringRelapse Prevention
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September 23, 2026 - RecurringMen’s Drum Group Practice
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September 23, 2026 - RecurringWomen’s Drum Group
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September 23, 2026 - RecurringBeading Nights
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September 23, 2026 - RecurringStrength & Conditioning
Indigenous Seniors Circle
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...
Smoke Free Lunch Hour
Looking to cut down or go completely smoke-free? Join our virtual Smoke Free Lunch Hour! Bring your lunch and connect with a supportive community as we tackle midday cravings together. Distract: Shift your focus with engaging group chat and activities Delay: Wait out the urge--most cravings peak and pass in minutes. Drink Water: Stay hydrated...
Learn to Lift: *Women Only*
Ready to feel stronger and more confident in the gym? Do you feel like your energy isn't what it used to be, your clothes don't fit quite the same, or you just don't feel like yourself anymore? Learn to Lift is a supportive, women-only class designed to teach the fundamentals of strength training in a...
Relapse Prevention
Relapse Prevention Group This weekly Relapse Prevention Group provides a welcoming and supportive space for Indigenous community members who are committed to maintaining their recovery and strengthening their overall wellness. Designed for individuals who are focused on sustaining long-term recovery, the group offers practical relapse prevention strategies, peer support, and learning opportunities grounded in Indigenous...
Men’s Drum Group Practice
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...
Women’s Drum Group
The 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...
Beading Nights
Join 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...
Strength & Conditioning
Ready to build strength and work up a sweat? Strength & Conditioning combines resistance training and cardio for a fun, full-body workout that will challenge both your muscles and your heart. The first half of each class focuses on strength-building exercises using weights, machines, and bodyweight movements. The second half shifts into conditioning, using equipment...
Thursday, September 24, 2026
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September 24, 2026 - RecurringLearn to Lift (Beginner to Advanced)
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September 24, 2026 - RecurringCarving and Sculpting with Byron Conant
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September 24, 2026 -Community TRC Concert Sultans of String
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September 24, 2026 -Sultans of String Intimate Concert
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September 24, 2026 - RecurringKickboxing
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September 24, 2026 - RecurringStretch & Breathe: Recovery Session
Learn to Lift (Beginner to Advanced)
Ready to feel stronger and more confident in the gym? Whether you're brand new to strength training or looking to master the basics, Learn to Lift will help you build a solid foundation in a supportive and encouraging environment. You'll learn how to safely perform 6 to 8 key exercises using free weights, machines, cables,...
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...
Community TRC Concert Sultans of String
Community Truth and Reconciliation Concert Featuring Sultans of String with Indigenous Artists Shannon Thunderbird & Marc Meriläinen (Nadjiwan) Join us for a powerful afternoon of music, culture, and community as we come together to recognize and reflect on Truth and Reconciliation. Acclaimed Canadian world music group Sultans of String will share the stage with renowned...
Sultans of String Intimate Concert
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Kickboxing
Looking for a fun way to get moving, relieve stress, and work up a sweat? Our Kickboxing class is a high-energy workout that combines punches, kicks, and cardio in a supportive and welcoming environment. Participants will learn basic punches, kicks, and combinations while working through drills on pads and freestanding bags. Each class includes a...
Stretch & Breathe: Recovery Session
Feeling stiff, stressed, or in need of a little self-care? Our Stretch & Breathe: Recovery Session is designed to help you slow down, move gently, and give your body the attention it deserves. Each class combines mobility exercises, deep stretching, foam rolling, self-release techniques, and calming breathwork to improve flexibility, mobility, and overall well-being. You'll...
Friday, September 25, 2026
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September 25, 2026 - RecurringCommunity Kitchen
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September 25, 2026 - RecurringWellbriety – Kiyam
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September 25, 2026 - RecurringFull Moon Ceremony
Community Kitchen
For Indigenous participants. Learn to cook from scratch. Registration Required Funded by The Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services and the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care
Wellbriety – Kiyam
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....
Full Moon Ceremony
Please join Grandmother Louella Tobias for the full moon ceremony! -Light refreshments provided. -Traditional tobacco provided. Please register as space is limited.
Saturday, September 26, 2026
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September 26, 2026 -Wellbriety Sweat Lodge Ceremony
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September 26, 2026 - RecurringCardio Drum
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September 26, 2026 -Clay Workshop – Every Child Matters
Wellbriety Sweat Lodge Ceremony
Please join Knowledge Keeper Thomas Louttit for a community Sweat Lodge Ceremony at Miitig Healing Lodge on Saturday, September 26, 2026. This ceremony is open to all. Participants are invited to bring tobacco for their offering and a towel. A potluck meal will also be shared, so please bring a dish to share if you...
Cardio Drum
Calling all Community members who are looking for a fun way to improve their fitness! Cardio Drum blends the energy of drumming with movement and great music to create an exciting workout that will have you moving to the beat and breaking a sweat. Using drumsticks and exercise balls, participants follow rhythmic drumming patterns and...
Clay Workshop – Every Child Matters
Get creative with polymer clay at this hands-on Every Child Matters workshop! Participants will have the opportunity to create their own unique clay piece, such as a pin or fridge magnet, while exploring their creativity and having fun. You’ll also be invited to make a special piece for Wabano to help celebrate and honour the...