Week of Events
Seniors Circle (In-Person)
Seniors Circle (In-Person)
Aaniin, Boozhoo! Shé:kon, Ullakut! Waachiyaa, Osiyo! Hello, Bonjour! We would like to invite you to our IN-PERSON 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....
Sisters in Recovery
Sisters in Recovery
Join us in-person for a weekly harm-reduction based healing circle for Indigenous women, and those beyond the binary, that will focus on a holistic approach to healing and recovery, incorporating traditional teachings as well as Western knowledge. Group will be co-facilitated by Addictions Counsellor, Sasha Gordon, and Cultural Grandmother Louella. Programming takes place Mondays from...
After-School Program
After-School Program
Join us twice a week for the After-School Program! There will be cultural teachings, physical activity, healthy snacks and help with homework! For ages 7-18 Monday + Thursday 4-6PM 275 Bradley Ave. If you have questions or issues registering, please contact: Garnet Moore Youth Support and School Liaison (613) 748-0657 ext. 309 gmoore@wabano.com Funded by...
Wabano Kids: Strawberry Teaching
Wabano Kids: Strawberry Teaching
Grandmother Sharon will provide a Strawberry teaching and teach us how to make homemade strawberry jam, jam-packed with berry flavour! Wabano Kids programming is for parents, caregivers with Indigenous children ages 0-6 years old who are registered with Wabano. If you would like to become part of the Early Years family and receive services, please...
Cultural Teachings with Jan Longboat
Cultural Teachings with Jan Longboat
Join us for a cultural teaching session at the Wabano Community Garden site with Jan Longboat, a Traditional Herbalist from Six Nations. June 6th, from 3PM - 5PM Wabano Centre, 299 Montreal Rd. Refreshments will be provided. This event is open to the general public. Wabano programs are for First Nation, Inuit and Métis community...
Ojibway Language classes with Louise Garrow
Ojibway Language classes with Louise Garrow
Louise Garrow is a member of the Sagamok Anishinaabek First Nation. She is now retired and is dedicating the next part of her life work towards helping to increase the number of people who speak Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway language). Louise grew up speaking the language and took additional Ojibway courses at Trent University with Dr. Shirley...
Wellbriety – Indigenous Recovery Group
Wellbriety – Indigenous Recovery Group
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...
Seniors Circle (In-Person)
Seniors Circle (In-Person)
Aaniin, Boozhoo! Shé:kon, Ullakut! Waachiyaa, Osiyo! Hello, Bonjour! We would like to invite you to our IN-PERSON 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....
Life Skills Kitchen
Life Skills Kitchen
Learn to cook easy, economical meals! Come cook and share a meal together! For ages 17 – 28. In-person at 275 Bradley Ave. If you have issues registering, please contact: Jodi Turner, Healthy Living Coordinator jturner@wabano.com 613-748-0657 Ext. 379 Wabano programs are for First Nation, Inuit and Métis community members only. If a program is...
Wabano Kids: Dream Pillows
Wabano Kids: Dream Pillows
This craft will help you get a good night’s sleep with sweetgrass, cedar, sage and tobacco, sweet dreams! Wabano Kids programming is for parents, caregivers with Indigenous children ages 0-6 years old who are registered with Wabano. If you would like to become part of the Early Years family and receive services, please register with...
Wellbriety – Indigenous Recovery Group
Wellbriety – Indigenous Recovery Group
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...
Full Moon Celebration
Full Moon Celebration
Join us for our Full Moon Celebration to learn about this month’s moon! This event is open to the general public. Wabano programs are for First Nation, Inuit and Métis community members only. If a program is open to the general public, it will be specified. With open programs that have limited space, priority will...
Quilting
Quilting
Learn to quilt, to use cutting tools & mat, learn about quilt patterns, and more. Make a baby quilt for the new baby in your life, and or help make a quilt for the annual gala. Thursdays 10am - 3pm In-person at the Centre, 3rd floor (Sky Room) REGISTRATIONS CLOSED For questions, please contact: Cindy...
Wabano Kids: Swimming at Splash Pool
Wabano Kids: Swimming at Splash Pool
Meet us at the Splash Pool for some splashing fun! Pack your swimsuit, towel and water bottles. Location: 2040 Ogilvie Rd. Take bus #12 & #24 to destination Bus tickets and lunch will be provided. Wabano Kids programming is for parents, caregivers with Indigenous children ages 0-6 years old who are registered with Wabano. If...
Parenting Bundle
Parenting Bundle
Please join us every week to receive the gifts of songs, stories, medicines, traditions and the wisdom of experience. The Parenting Bundle is a 9-week cultural parenting program that empowers Indigenous parents and caregivers so that we may raise healthy children, families and communities. Dinner will be provided. Each Family will receive a certificate and...
After-School Program
After-School Program
Join us twice a week for the After-School Program! There will be cultural teachings, physical activity, healthy snacks and help with homework! For ages 7-18 Monday + Thursday 4-6PM 275 Bradley Ave. If you have questions or issues registering, please contact: Garnet Moore Youth Support and School Liaison (613) 748-0657 ext. 309 gmoore@wabano.com Funded by...
New Beginnings: Men’s Sharing Circle with Thomas Louttit
New Beginnings: Men’s Sharing Circle with Thomas Louttit
Join for closed sharing circle for Indigenous men every Thursday evening from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. with knowledge keeper Thomas Louttit. In-person at 268 Bradley Ave. Wabano programs are for First Nation, Inuit and Métis community members only. If a program is open to the general public, it will be specified. With open programs that...
Wabano Kids: Storytelling and Strawberry Planting
Wabano Kids: Storytelling and Strawberry Planting
Join us at the Early Years House! Special guest Louise will join us as we plant strawberries together! Wabano Kids programming is for parents, caregivers with Indigenous children ages 0-6 years old who are registered with Wabano. If you would like to become part of the Early Years family and receive services, please register with...
Carving and Sculpting Group
Carving and Sculpting Group
Artist Byron Conant will teach you the art of carving and sculpting. 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 carves using antler and wood,...
Wellbriety – Kiyam
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....
Strawberry Moon Teachings with Grandmother Louella
Strawberry Moon Teachings with Grandmother Louella
For girls aged 11-18 years old, join us for traditional teachings on the strawberry fast and becoming a woman. Bring your mother, grandmother, auntie or other trusted support person. Lunch and snacks included. Register here: https://bit.ly/3MPesrZ Wabano programs are for First Nation, Inuit and Métis community members only. If a program is open to the...