Week of Events
Sunday, May 18, 2025
No events on this day.
Monday, May 19, 2025
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May 19, 2025 - RecurringThe Tamarack Running/Walking Group (Training Before May 24th)
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May 19, 2025 - RecurringSisters in Recovery
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May 19, 2025 - RecurringDiabetes Education Group Program
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May 19, 2025 - RecurringIndigenous Youth Recreation Club – Virtual Reality Ages 13-18
The Tamarack Running/Walking Group (Training Before May 24th)
Starting April 28th, this running/walking group will be open to both staff and clients as we prepare for Tamarack Race Weekend on May 24th. We'll start with 2 KM and build up each week. A great way to stay active, enjoy the spring weather, and strengthen connections!
Sisters in Recovery
Sisters in Recovery will be cancelled for Dec 23rd and 30th 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,...
Diabetes Education 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,...
Indigenous Youth Recreation Club – Virtual Reality Ages 13-18
Bring a friend, a family member or come alone and dive into the world of virtual reality with us! Snacks and homework help are also available. Time: 4:30 to 6:30 pm Location: Youth House, 275 Bradley Ave. We hope you can join us! Wabano programs are for First Nation, Inuit and Métis community members only. If...
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
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May 20, 2025 -Beaded Flowers
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May 20, 2025 -Co-Creating Beaded Flowers with Grandmother Sharon
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May 20, 2025 - RecurringNimiigwetchwendam
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May 20, 2025 - RecurringCardio Drum Fitness
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May 20, 2025 - RecurringAnishnaabemowin (Ojibway) Classes
Beaded Flowers
Time to get out your needle and thread! Today we’re beading flowers! To participate you must be a registered client with Wabano Early years program. To register for drop-in, please contact your Early years team via email earlyyears@wabano.com or call: 613-748-0657 ext. 376 Bus tickets are provided to attend program. Refreshments and light lunch will...
Co-Creating Beaded Flowers with Grandmother Sharon
Perinatal programming will join Early Years' cultural Grandmother, Sharon, as she shares knowledge, and guides us in creating a beaded flower. A reminder that Spring is here, and with this comes new life, and beginnings
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...
Cardio Drum Fitness
New time notice: Tuesday classes are now 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m Come and join an exciting and fun drumming exercise you are sure to have fun as we "drum" ourselves to fitness. This provides a workout that promotes physical, social, emotional, and cognitive health for all life stages. Come and get your heartbeat in...
Anishnaabemowin (Ojibway) Classes
Learn Anishnaabemowin with Louise Garrow We’re excited to welcome Louise Garrow back to Wabano this January to teach Anishnaabemowin! Join us for this engaging language program, open exclusively to Indigenous community members. 📅 When: Tuesday evenings, April 1, 2025 – June 3, 2025 Time: 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, please arrive 15 mins before class starts 📍 Where: Wabano...
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
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May 21, 2025 -Hide 3D Art
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May 21, 2025 -3D Art with Leather
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May 21, 2025 - RecurringWellbriety – Relapse Prevention
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May 21, 2025 - RecurringMen’s Drum Practice
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May 21, 2025 - RecurringBeading Nights
Hide 3D Art
What should we do with all our little bits of hide? Make art of course! To participate you must be a registered client with Wabano Early years program. To register for drop-in, please contact your Early years team via email earlyyears@wabano.com or call: 613-748-0657 ext. 376 Bus tickets are provided to attend program. Refreshments and...
3D Art with Leather
Join Perinatal programming as we share space with Early Years, and co-create 3D art with leather. Gain knowledge from our Cultural Grandmother, Sharon, as she shares this craft with us, learning that even the "little pieces" of leather are needed to create a big and beautiful complete picture ~ the little pieces of life are...
Wellbriety – Relapse Prevention
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...
Men’s Drum Practice
Experience the heartbeat of the drum! Come learn the teachings, protocols, songs of the drum with our drum group. Wabano Centre's Men's drum practice passes on traditional knowledge and provides a healthy space for our community to learn, laugh, have fun and to carry on the traditions. The Pow Wow Drum & Song was created...
Beading Nights
Join us for Beading Nights every Wednesday in May. This month we welcome Monica Ethier who will be teaching us a new style of beading. We will be beading rims on baseball caps. For ages 16 +, open to all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. Proof of ancestry or kinship connection required. Supplies, dinner...
Thursday, May 22, 2025
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May 22, 2025 -Baking at Early Years
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May 22, 2025 - RecurringLearn to Quilt
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May 22, 2025 - RecurringIndigenous Youth Recreation Club – Virtual Reality Ages 10-12
Baking at Early Years
Roll up your sleeves and put on an apron, today we’re making homemade granola bars! To participate you must be a registered client with Wabano Early years program. To register for drop-in, please contact your Early years team via email earlyyears@wabano.com or call: 613-748-0657 ext. 376 Bus tickets are provided to attend program. Refreshments and...
Learn to Quilt
Quilting WorkshopDiscover the art of quilting in this hands-on class! Learn basic techniques, from piecing and stitching to finishing your very own quilt block. No experience necessary—just bring your creativity and curiosity. Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Indigenous Youth Recreation Club – Virtual Reality Ages 10-12
Bring a friend, a family member or come alone and dive into the world of virtual reality with us! Snacks and homework help are also available. Time: 4:30 to 6:30 pm Location: Youth House, 275 Bradley Ave. We hope you can join us! Wabano programs are for First Nation, Inuit and Métis community members only. If a...
Friday, May 23, 2025
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May 23, 2025 -Swimming at the Splash Wave Pool
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May 23, 2025 - RecurringCooking on a Budget
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May 23, 2025 -Youth Community Kitchen- Burrito Bowls
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May 23, 2025 - RecurringWellbriety – Kiyam
Swimming at the Splash Wave Pool
Grab your swimsuit and towel, today we’re going to the pool! To participate you must be a registered client with Wabano Early years program. To register for drop-in, please contact your Early years team via email earlyyears@wabano.com or call: 613-748-0657 ext. 376 Bus tickets are provided to attend program. Refreshments and light lunch will be...
Cooking on a Budget
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...
Youth Community Kitchen- Burrito Bowls
Join the Youth Justice Team for a fun and delicious Youth Community Kitchen where you get to be the chef! Create your own custom burrito bowl with fresh, tasty ingredients, while learning kitchen, and knife safety skills. This event is designated for Indigenous youth ages 12-24, please register below to secure a spot!
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....
Saturday, May 24, 2025
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May 24, 2025 - RecurringCardio Drum Fitness Program
Cardio Drum Fitness Program
Come and join an exciting and fun drumming exercise you are sure to have fun as we "drum" ourselves to fitness. This provides a workout that promotes physical, social, emotional, and cognitive health for all life stages. Come and get your heartbeat in sync with the drum :) PLEASE NOTE: Feb 8 No Cardio Drum...